A wither-black lancer on a skeletal horse, riding endless patrol routes through the castle grounds in a trail of ash and shadow. Spot the black particles in the distance and you have a choice: ambush, or be ambushed.
Found in: Castle Nocturn — patrolling the grounds
| Stat | Dark Rider | Dark Patrol Steed |
|---|---|---|
| Health | 120 | 80 |
| Damage | 8 (iron spear) | 0 |
| Threat | High | Low |
Dark Rider:
| Drop | Amount | Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | 60–90 | Always |
| Soul Fragments | 1–5 | Guaranteed (elite tier) |
| Diamond | 1–3 | 22% |
| Emerald | 1–4 | 22% |
| Nocturn Tome | 1 | 5% |
| Beheading I book | 1 | 3% |
| Blood Tome (random) | 1 | Guaranteed |
| Netherite Ingot | 1 | 1% |
Dark Patrol Steed:
| Drop | Amount | Chance |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | 8–16 | Always |
| Bone | 1–3 | 35% |
| Soul Fragment | 1 | 20% |
| Diamond / Emerald | 1 | 4% each |