TLDR: try Openclaw Spectral Guard Skill Tier 3. Im satisfied. Works well for surviving hits. Ngl it totally saved my run last night. You got this!

To add to the point above: you gotta try combining the Primal Surge skill with some budget gear! It makes a massive difference for that boss burst. I absolutely love how fast the damage spikes when it procs.

• Primal Surge Skill - amazing for raw pressure!
• Steel Talon Ring +5 Agility - super cheap on the market right now. Honestly, that ring is a total lifesaver for the price. Youll crush it!

> my logic was that 'frenzy claw' would give enough lifesteal to keep me up but the boss hits too hard and i just fold instantly. Regarding what #1 said about "TLDR: try Openclaw Spectral Guard Skill Tier 3....", that is a solid safety net but it might not be enough if your base mitigation is lacking. Just catching up on this thread and noticed you are struggling with the burst. Quick question before i dive deeper... what is your current stamina and armor rating? If you are pure glass cannon, no amount of lifesteal is gonna save you from a boss that hits for 60 percent of your HP in one swing. You should look into Vanguard Steel-Claw Gauntlets Mark III if you can find them. They provide a decent armor boost without tanking your attack speed too much. Its a more reliable way to survive than just hoping for a dodge proc from Shifting Shadows. Tbh, lifesteal builds only work if you can survive the initial hit. Try swapping a few points into the Iron Hide passive if you have it unlocked. Also, the Titan Core Essence Rank 2 is a life saver for solo runs because it adds a flat damage reduction per nearby enemy. It basically makes those boss minions less of a threat so you can focus on your rotations. Let me know those stats though, kinda hard to give a perfect recommendation without knowing if you are just too squishy for the level.