Before the fog
Enter with enough stamina for several dodges. Prioritize survival until you recognize a repeatable punish window.
01 · THE DUEL
Stay composed through long chains and roll with the attack timing. Parrying can create big openings, but is optional and risky without practice.
02 · THE DOUBLE
Use the summoning animation as a damage window. When the double survives, read its attack as a preview of Pontiff’s follow-up and keep both in view.
Common mistake
Healing immediately after any dodge while the combo is still going.