Hadern

Hadern is a boss in Mortal Shell. He first appears in the Tutorial Area, and later reappears with different weapons.

Background
Hadern wields the Hallowed Sword and possesses the ability to use the Mechanical Spike ability. Like the player, he can also use the Harden ability. Hadern increases in strength and continually hunts the player as the game progresses.

Encounters

 * Hadern can be found on the second floor of Fallgrim Tower after collecting the Smoldering Mace, Martyr Blade, and the Hammer and Chisel weapons. You can then talk to him and will then be prompted to "One Last Glimpse" which will be a final battle with Hadern himself using his weapon, the Axatana. Defeat this two-stage boss battle to unlock his shell for the Foundling to use.

Trivia

 * Hadern's name is a play on harden, one of his defining abilities.
 * Hadern was inspired by The Pursuer in Dark Souls II
 * It is not required to beat Hadern in the Tutorial Area, as the game will continue regardless of the outcome. However, if the player is able to defeat him, they will receive a Glimpse of Reverie and unlock the "Face Off" achievement.