Kang-Jin Star is one of the most formidable bosses in Black Myth: Wukong, known for his celestial abilities and devastating attacks. As a key antagonist, Kang-Jin Star has mastered both physical and magical combat, making him a significant challenge for players. His presence in the story adds depth to the celestial lore, and defeating the Kang-Jin Star is crucial for advancing in the game. He commands powerful energy blasts and cosmic forces, which test the agility, timing, and strategic thinking of players. To defeat The Kang-Jin Star, you have to use all your learning from the beginning of the game.
The Kang-Jin Star Boss location
Kang-Jin Star is located deep within the Celestial Mountains, in a hidden temple that can only be accessed after completing certain quests. To find him, players must first defeat several mini-bosses and solve puzzles to unlock the entrance. The path to Kang-Jin Star is filled with environmental hazards and enemy encounters, so ensure you're well-prepared before venturing into his domain. Once inside the temple, you'll face a long corridor that leads directly to the boss arena.
Recommended Gear and Items for defeat The Kang-Jin Star
To defeat the Kang-Jin Star, you’ll need to equip gear that enhances your resistance to energy and elemental damage. It’s highly recommended to wear armor that boosts your agility and stamina, as dodging his quick attacks is essential. Items like healing potions and energy resistance charms will help you survive his powerful energy blasts. Weapons that deal both physical and elemental damage are optimal, as Kang-Jin Star has a high resistance to purely physical strikes.
How to defeat the Kang-Jin Star?
To defeat the Kang-Jin Star, patience and quick reflexes are key. The fight has two phases, each with its own challenges:
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Phase One: Kang-Jin Star uses long-range energy blasts and occasional melee attacks. Focus on dodging his energy beams and closing the gap to land a few hits. His melee strikes are slower, giving you an opportunity to attack after each swing. Stay mobile and avoid staying in one spot for too long, as he tends to target stationary players with devastating blasts.
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Phase Two: In the second phase, Kang-Jin Star becomes more aggressive and summons cosmic entities to aid him. His attacks will be faster, and his energy waves will now track your movements. You’ll need to anticipate these moves and dodge at the right moment to avoid being overwhelmed. Use hit-and-run tactics to gradually whittle down his health while avoiding his summoned minions.
Rewards for defeating The Kang-Jin Star in Black Myth: Wukong
Once you defeat the Kang-Jin Star, you’ll be rewarded with rare celestial items, including the Star Shard, which enhances your magical abilities and a new weapon that deals extra damage to energy-based enemies. You’ll also gain access to a hidden area of the Celestial Mountains, unlocking additional quests and lore about Kang-Jin Star’s past and his connection to the greater narrative.
Kang-Jin Star's Attack Patterns
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Energy Blast Barrage: Kang-Jin Star fires multiple energy blasts that cover the battlefield. Dodge to the sides to avoid getting hit.
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Celestial Slash: A slow but powerful melee attack where he slashes with energy-infused weapons. Timing your dodge is crucial to avoid damage.
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Summon Celestial Beings: In the second phase, Kang-Jin Star summons celestial entities that fight alongside him. Focus on eliminating these minions quickly to avoid being overwhelmed.
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Cosmic Wave: He summons a wave of cosmic energy that covers the ground. Jump or dodge at the right moment to avoid taking damage.
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Tracking Energy Orbs: Kang-Jin Star releases orbs that track your movement. The best way to avoid them is by constantly moving and dodging at the last second.
Mini-Lightning Spears
Type of attack: At the start of the battle, Kang-Jin Star launches a barrage of lightning spears, splitting the attack into two waves aimed at The Destined One.
counter attack: As soon as the spears are released, position yourself to the left or right and dodge to avoid being struck by them.
Lightning Swipe and Strike
Type of attack: Kang-Jin Star leaps into the air, summoning a bolt of electricity to strike the ground where The Destined One stands, followed by hurling a single lightning spear downward.
counter attack: While she's airborne, wait until the electric circle on the ground narrows, then execute a precise dodge to the right. Be prepared to dodge again as soon as the lightning spear is thrown.
Three-Hit Shock Combo (Two Variations)
Type of attack: In the initial phase, Kang-Jin Star executes a three-hit combo that delivers electric shock damage in close range.
During the second phase, she intensifies the combo with a fourth hit and releases two bolts of electricity from the ground.
counter attack: When you notice her hand sparking with electricity at the start of the combo, back away to escape her reach. This tactic remains effective in the second phase as well.
Lightning Grabs (Two Variations)
Type of attack: Kang-Jin Star generates lightning in her hands, attempting to grab The Destined One and fling them aside.
In the second phase, she enhances this move by stabbing the target multiple times with lightning spears before hurling them, causing massive damage.
counter attack: As soon as you see her hands charging with lightning, quickly dodge backward to evade her grasp.
Lightning Orbs
Type of attack: While hovering in mid-air, Kang-Jin Star throws four lightning spears at The Destined One, followed by a sequence of five lightning orbs in a 1-1-1-2 pattern.
counter attack: Dodge left or right to avoid the spears.
When it comes to the lightning orbs, time your dodges carefully to evade them as they approach.
Lightning AOE
Type of attack: Kang-Jin Star halts mid-air and unleashes a large area-of-effect lightning attack, followed by a wave of electricity that covers the entire arena.
counter attack: Monitor her closely, and as soon as she starts emitting electricity from her body, dodge backward to avoid the initial blast. When the lightning wave follows, jump forward to avoid it.
Lightning Spear Barrage
Type of attack: In the second phase, Kang-Jin Star hovers and summons a massive volley of lightning spears, followed by the release of a huge lightning bolt.
counter attack: You’ll have about three seconds before the move is fully charged, so keep dodging towards the open spaces to stay safe.
Dragon Transformation: Lightning Strikes
Type of attack: Like Kang-Jin Loong, Kang-Jin Star transforms into a dragon, summoning lightning strikes from the sky.
counter attack: Run around the arena while keeping an eye on the ground for indicators of where the lightning will strike.
Dragon Transformation: Tail Smash
Type of attack: Once transformed into a dragon, Kang-Jin Star rolls and swings her tail, smashing it down on The Destined One.
counter attack: Wait until the tail comes down and then dodge left to create more space to maneuver.
