I'll never forget the moment I stumbled upon Chen Loong during my Black Myth: Wukong journey. There I was, fresh off defeating Kang-Jin Star on the Turtle's Back in Chapter 3, with the ever-talkative Zhu Bajie suddenly appearing as my temporary companion. We wandered near the North Shore of Bitter Lake Shrine when Zhu Bajie muttered something about a 'familiar face' in the waters. Turning away from the shrine toward the shoreline, I spotted this ancient dragon-like figure casually wading through the shallows. He looked fragile at first glance - how wrong I was! As I approached, the tranquil waters erupted into a storm of lightning, and I found myself thrust into one of the most challenging optional boss battles I've ever experienced.

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Lightning Fury Unleashed

Chen Loong fights unlike any dragon boss I've faced before. Forget brute strength - this ancient being relies almost entirely on devastating lightning magic. His attacks come fast and unpredictable. That first Lightning Claw nearly ended me instantly - a quick slash followed by lingering energy that punished my dodge timing. But his Thunder Storm technique? Absolute chaos! Random lightning strikes erupting around him with that slight delay between visual and damage - I learned to dance through them like my life depended on it (because it did!). 😅

What makes Chen Loong particularly dangerous:

  • 🌀 Dancing Electro Balls that relentlessly chase you

  • 💥 Lightning Roar with deceptive short-range devastation

  • ☄️ Lightning Dive combos into follow-up attacks

  • 🎻 The terrifying Harp Smash in his final phase

Strategy for Survival

After three brutal defeats, I finally cracked Chen Loong's patterns. Here's what saved me:

  1. Essential Preparation: I crafted the Loongscale Armor set after beating Kang-Jin Star - absolute lifesaver against lightning shocks!

  2. Combat Rhythm: Alternate between Cloud Step for positioning and Immobilize to create openings

  3. Spell Priority: Red Tides became my MVP, dealing massive damage when he paused between attacks

  4. Zhu Bajie Tactics: Let him tank while I recovered stamina - but never rely solely on him!

Critical Attack Survival Tip
Lightning Breath Side-dodge the instant his mouth sparks
Tail-Slash Combo Dodge first spin, then time subsequent rolls
Lightning Call Sprint perpendicular to bolt direction
Electro Ball Shower Repeated diagonal dodges

The Sweet Reward

After what felt like an eternity (but was actually 12 intense minutes), Chen Loong finally yielded. That moment when the lightning dissipated and he became a friendly NPC? Pure relief! His questline leads to the incredible Ruyi Scroll - one of 2025's most powerful magical artifacts that completely changed my Chapter 4 experience.

People Also Ask

Here are questions I constantly get from fellow players:

Q: Can you skip Chen Loong completely?

A: Absolutely! But you'll miss both his questline and the Ruyi Scroll - totally not worth skipping in my opinion.

Q: Is Zhu Bajie essential for this fight?

A: Not essential but extremely helpful. His temporary companionship triggers the encounter and provides valuable distraction.

Q: What's the biggest mistake players make?

A: Underestimating his AoE attacks! That Lightning Cloud looks small but hits like a truck if you're even slightly within range.

Q: How does he compare to other dragon bosses?

A: Far more magic-focused and combo-heavy. While others rely on physical swipes, Chen Loong chains lightning abilities relentlessly.

Looking Ahead: My Personal Wish

As I continue exploring Black Myth's rich world in 2025, I desperately hope Game Science adds more encounters like Chen Loong in future DLCs - optional bosses with deep lore connections and unique mechanics that test everything you've learned. That perfect blend of challenge and reward represents the pinnacle of action RPG design for me. Maybe we'll even see Chen Loong again in some expanded storyline? A monk can dream! 🙏

The satisfaction from mastering Chen Loong's lightning ballet remains my standout gaming memory this year. It transformed me from someone who mashed dodge randomly into a precision-timing warrior. For any Destined One out there struggling with this magnificent lightning-wielding dragon: Persist! That moment when you finally read his every spark and surge... pure gaming magic ✨