Elite Variant
The Elite Frost Skeleton Halberdier is a more punishing version of Dark And Darker Gold its normal counterpart. It maintains the same attack patterns but with critical enhancements:
Significantly Higher Damage Output
Faster Attack Speed
Larger Health Pool
Dealing with the elite variant requires refined reflexes and precise timing. It's especially dangerous in enclosed spaces where its halberd has full room to sweep. However, defeating an elite variant often results in superior loot drops, including rare Dark and Darker Items not obtainable through easier enemies.
These elite drops often fetch a high price in player markets or from in-game vendors, turning every encounter into an opportunity to accumulate more Dark and Darker Gold, especially if you're farming these enemies in repeat dungeon runs.
Nightmare Variant
The Nightmare Frost Skeleton Halberdier is the ultimate version of this enemy, designed to challenge even veteran players with:
Greatly Increased Damage
Faster Action and Move Speed
Expanded Health Pool
While it doesn't introduce new attacks compared to the normal and elite versions, its enhanced attributes make even one misstep potentially fatal. The increased speed means less time to react, while the longer reach of the halberd ensures fewer safe zones during combat.
Despite the risk, Nightmare Halberdiers are a top-tier source of legendary loot and high-value Dark and Darker Items. The treasure they guard, or drop, can be resold for massive profits in the form of Darker Gold, making them essential targets for any endgame adventurer.