How to beat Sphinx, Devourer of the Unworthy, in Valor Mortis
Polygon publishes a strategy guide for defeating the Sphinx, Devourer of the Unworthy, a major boss encounter in the action game Valor Mortis. The Sphinx appears as the Chapter 4 boss, following encounters with General Lothaire in Chapter 2 and The Iron Marshall in Chapter 3. To reach the boss, players must progress through the Caverns, complete the optional “Homesick” side quest, and take a mine cart ride to the Ancient Lair Lantern, where the Sphinx awaits. The guide emphasizes that defeating this golden adversary requires multiple combat approaches rather than relying solely on melee mechanics. Players need both strong parrying skills for defense and a loaded blunderbuss with adequate ammunition to effectively exploit the boss’s weaknesses. According to the guide, once players learn to identify and capitalize on these specific vulnerabilities, the encounter becomes considerably more manageable. The guide provides both weapon loadout recommendations and combat strategies to help players overcome this Chapter 4 challenge.