Talk:Rat King/@comment-220.235.160.110-20190423041616/@comment-134.88.255.66-20190423114351

Learning the boss patterns in this game is pretty unforgiving. Kiting doesn't work on many bosses, hitboxes can be crazy, and the sound cues aren't too great either. Your best bet is to master the healing item recipes. Harvest herbs on the field any chance you get, and grow cotton for a strong early game healing item. With a pile of healing items you can simply outheal anything the boss throws at you.

If you're interested in an early game weapon, check the Knuckle page. You can get a pretty strong weapon from the start of the game.