Think you've mastered the horrors of the Lands Between? The Everdark Gaping Jaw, a Sovereign of Darkness, is here to humble you. Introduced in Elden Ring: Nightreign Patch 1.01.3, this fearsome variant of Adel is no mere reskin. With terrifying new mechanics, phase transitions, and a deadly tornado zone, it’s the ultimate test of coordination and reaction.
In this guide, we break down how to survive both phases, the best builds to bring, and how to farm those ultra-rare Sovereign Sigils.
🌟 Quick Overview
Boss Name: Everdark Sovereign Gaping Jaw
Location: Week 1 Everdark Event, Online Mode Only (June 2025)
First-Time Reward: 25 Sovereign Sigils
Repeat Reward: 7 Sovereign Sigils
Unlocks: Hidden Merchant at Roundtable Hold
🧪 Weaknesses & Resistances
| Status/Element | Effectiveness |
|---|---|
| Poison | Highly effective, suppresses tornado phase |
| Scarlet Rot | Effective |
| Frostbite | Effective |
| Sleep | Vulnerable |
| Fire | Resistant (-20%) |
| Lightning | Heavily resistant (-50%) |
| Hemorrhage | Not recommended |
| Dementia | Immune |
| Anti-Dragon | Highly effective (use Pinnacle Grease!) |
Tip: Don’t chase niche weapons. Anti-dragon gear from the Pinnacle or poison-infused ranged builds work wonders.
🗡️ Phase 1: Tornado Incoming!
Key Moves to Watch:
Mouth Slam (Grab): Dodge into his head at the blue flash.
Lightning Roar + Jump Slam: Run away; when lightning flashes, jump to avoid.
Triple Jaw Slam: When he roars without damage, he'll slam his jaw 3 times. Jump each hit.
Mouth Spike AoE: Avoid by positioning behind his tail or running far.
Survival Tip: If you hug between his legs and follow his movement, you can naturally dodge many grabs.
🌪️ Phase 2: Tornado + Lightning Chaos
At around 55% HP, the Gaping Jaw absorbs night and summons a massive lightning vortex.
New Mechanics:
Tornado Zone: Damages continuously, strikes lightning randomly. Use Spirit Springs to leap into the storm safely.
Enraged AoE Slam: Large purple aura followed by jump dive and ground spikes.
Rapid Maw Slam (Upgraded): Faster AoE. Jump immediately after impact.
Important: Getting caught in the tornado is fatal. You can’t revive teammates caught inside.
👥 Best Team Builds & Strategies
🥷 Poison DPS Squad (Community Favorite)
Class: Ironeye + Recluse
Weapons: Poison Bow, Blackflame Blade
Strategy: Stack poison from range, burst when he roars or grabs
“Only time I won was Ironeye with Blackflame Blade and crystal swords… poison + frost.” – Reddit
🤼 Melee Brawlers (Timing-Based)
Class: Raider x3
Strategy: Triple jump-attack chaining cancels tornado triggers
“3 raiders; all spamming dual colossal jump attacks. Works really well.” – Community Discord
🔮 Support & Control
Class: Wylder or Duchess
Utility: Stagger timing, Spirit Spring control, incantation support
🔄 How to Maximize Rewards
First win: 25 Sovereign Sigils
Repeat wins: 7 Sigils
Use Sigils at the Collector Signboard for:
Game-changing relics
Guaranteed purple-tier gear
Shifting Earth event reactivation
Cosmetic skins at discounted rates
🎓 Final Tips
Stay Inside the Cyclone: Don’t flee too far, or you risk triggering tornado resets.
Jump, Don’t Roll: Many AoEs require airtime, especially triple jaw slams and lightning dives.
Spirit Springs Are Lifesavers: Memorize their location; use them to re-engage the boss.
“Run away at the start of phase transitions … take a Spirit Spring into the vortex.” – Steam Forums
🔗 Community Links & Related Articles
Best Madness Builds in Elden Ring: Nightreign After Patch 1.01.3
Top 5 Most Impactful Bug Fixes in Elden Ring: Nightreign Patch 1.01.3
Have your own Gaping Jaw tactic or win story? Drop it in the comments below!
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