New World Aeternum: How To Defeat Baalphazu and Earn Exclusive Rewards
The spirit of Halloween has once again descended upon Aeternum - and with it comes the return of Baalphazu, the monstrous demon from another world. From October 16th to October 26th, 2025, New World Aeternum players can take part in the Nightveil Hallow event to earn limited-time cosmetics, valuable materials, and festive loot. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer looking to enjoy the festivities, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about defeating Baalphazu, where to find him, how to fight effectively, and what exclusive rewards await your victory.
What is the Nightveil Hallow Event?
Nightveil Hallow is New World's annual Halloween event, celebrated with eerie decorations, haunted territories, and challenging world bosses. Baalphazu, the Lord of the Blighted, is the centerpiece of the event. He leads his army of Pumpkinites to invade settlements across Aeternum, bringing both danger and opportunity.
Players can participate in world boss encounters to collect unique loot and event currency known as Nightveil Tokens, which can be exchanged for limited-time rewards including themed costumes, weapon skins, and furnishing items.
During the event, Nightveil Hallow Quests will also appear in major settlements. Completing these will not only provide lore about Baalphazu's return but also grant additional event currency and resources.
How To Find Baalphazu
Baalphazu spawns at designated Nightveil Hallow locations throughout Aeternum. These locations are marked by eerie purple fog and ambient Halloween-themed effects, making them easy to spot. His appearance is announced server-wide, drawing players from all over the map.
To maximize your chances of finding him:
Check your map regularly for event markers during the 10-day event window.
Join global chat groups dedicated to Nightveil Hallow - players often call out spawn times and locations.
Travel prepared, as Baalphazu requires a coordinated effort to defeat; you'll need potions, infused food, and repair parts for an extended fight.
How To Defeat Baalphazu
Baalphazu is no ordinary boss. His infernal power and the aid of his Pumpkinites make the encounter both chaotic and rewarding. Below is a step-by-step guide to bringing him down:
1. Form a Large Group
Baalphazu is a world boss, meaning he's designed to be tackled by 20–30 players. Solo players won't stand a chance, so form or join an open raid group before engaging.
2. Clear Out the Pumpkinites
Before you can focus on the demon himself, you'll need to deal with waves of Pumpkinites - smaller pumpkin-headed minions that spawn throughout the fight. These enemies drop Pumpkin Heads upon defeat, which are crucial to the fight's mechanics.
3. Collect and Throw Pumpkin Heads
Once a Pumpkinite is down, collect the glowing Pumpkin Head it drops. You'll need to throw these at Baalphazu to break his stamina shield. Without breaking his guard, he takes significantly reduced damage.
Aim carefully - missing wastes time and resources.
Work together with your team to coordinate throws.
Breaking his stamina bar will temporarily stagger him, leaving him vulnerable to heavy attacks and abilities.
4. Focus Damage During Vulnerable Phases
Once his stamina is broken, unleash your strongest attacks, ultimates, and AoE abilities. Players running high burst builds (Great Axe, Fire Staff, Blunderbuss) should capitalize during these short damage windows.
5. Avoid His Area Attacks
Baalphazu uses devastating area-of-effect abilities, such as flame eruptions, fear pulses, and shadow projectiles. Keep your distance when he rears back or channels power - these attacks can wipe out entire groups if ignored.
6. Repeat the Cycle
The fight revolves around repeatedly breaking his stamina and bursting him down during openings. With strong teamwork, efficient use of Pumpkin Heads, and sustained damage, Baalphazu will eventually fall - leaving behind a pile of rewards.
Baalphazu's Exclusive Rewards
Defeating Baalphazu rewards you with a variety of Halloween-themed treasures, some of which are exclusive to the Nightveil Hallow event:
Baalphazu's Ichor
A rare crafting material used to create special event armor and weapon skins. This viscous, glowing substance is highly sought-after for its cosmetic potential and trade value.
Baalphazu's Armor Pieces
Collect the full set of Baalphazu's Armor, a demonic outfit with glowing orange veins and blackened metal plating. This armor is purely cosmetic but serves as a trophy of your victory over the Lord of the Blighted.
Costumes and Skins
Nightveil Hallow features exclusive costumes, such as vampire and witch outfits, as well as themed weapon skins. These items can be obtained through Nightveil Token exchanges or as random drops from Baalphazu.
Nightveil Tokens
Tokens serve as the event currency. You can earn them by defeating Baalphazu, completing Nightveil Quests, or participating in other event activities. These can be exchanged at the Nightveil Hallow Shop for:
Cosmetic armor skins
Halloween-themed housing decorations
Unique consumables and emotes
Nightveil Hallow Quest Rewards
Don't skip the quests! Completing them offers extra lore, experience, New World Coins and even additional tokens or cosmetics. These quests often involve hunting down Baalphazu multiple times or collecting specific event materials across regions.
Final Thoughts
The Nightveil Hallow 2025 event is one of the most festive and engaging seasonal experiences in New World Aeternum. Baalphazu's return not only delivers an exciting world boss fight but also provides a chance to earn some of the best-looking cosmetics in the game. Whether you're in it for the fashion, the fun, or the challenge, taking down Baalphazu with your fellow adventurers is an unforgettable Halloween tradition.
MMOexp New World Team