4. Using Poison to Distract and Disorient
Poison’s main advantage is the gradual damage it deals, which can force enemies to Elden Ring Items retreat or slow their movements, creating openings for you. Poison can be particularly effective against enemies that rely on aggressive or relentless attacks, such as Leda and Redmane Freyja.

Force Retreats: If you find yourself surrounded or overwhelmed by enemies, use Poison Mist to make them hesitate. The constant drain of their health will cause them to rethink their approach, often retreating or waiting to find a safe position.
Disrupting Enemy Plans: Many bosses, like Leda, can become aggressive when they feel they are in control. By applying Poison, you can disrupt their rhythm and force them to slow down or change tactics, giving you the opportunity to strike or regroup.
5. Utilize the Pressure to Heal or Reposition
One of the strongest aspects of Scarlet Rot and Poison is the psychological pressure they create. When enemies are poisoned or inflicted with Scarlet Rot, they often become more cautious, giving you the breathing room you need to heal, reposition, or prepare for your next move.

Healing and Buffing: While enemies are dealing with the poison or rot, take advantage of their slower actions to heal using Flask of Cerulean Tears or reapply buffs. You can use this time to recharge your health, prepare for a second phase of the fight, or use mana recovery items to prepare for more incantations.
Repositioning: If you're cornered or struggling to Elden Ring Items for sale land hits, applying Poison or Scarlet Rot gives you the opportunity to fall back and find a better position while the DoT continues to affect the enemy. Take a step back to a safer location, heal, and plan your next move while the rot or poison continues to do the heavy lifting.