Short Answer

Non-Void is an optional Chapter 3 Yaoguai Chief in New Thunderclap Temple and the boss that completes the Fox Quest. Enter the temple while disguised as the fox to trigger the cutscene and duel. Non-Void fights with magic at range, quick physical strikes up close, and a later paper-page attack that can be answered with Staff Spin. Save stamina for spell dodges, then punish after long casts or Cloud Step reappearances.

When This Guide Helps

Use this guide if you reached New Thunderclap Temple with the Fox Quest active and cannot find the right fight trigger, or if Non-Void’s spell pressure keeps punishing close-range aggression. Unlike Non-Pure, this is not a slow heavy-weapon duel. Non-Void wants to make you chase magic, then slip away.

Because the fight is quest-tied, it is best handled deliberately. If the fox disguise is not active or the quest route is incomplete, pushing through random temple rooms will not solve the problem.

Route And Unlock Context

Non-Void is found from New Thunderclap Temple - Temple Entrance. Follow the temple path through the second building, take the left stairs, continue left toward the side red building, climb inside, circle the veranda, and reach the left-wing courtyard.

For the quest version, enter disguised as the fox. The fight begins through a cutscene, and defeating Non-Void completes the Fox Quest.

Core Mechanics

Non-Void alternates between ranged magic and quick close attacks. If you stay far away, you must dodge spells. If you rush in, he can answer with fast strikes or use Cloud Step-like movement to escape your combo.

The later paper-page attack is the fight’s check on panic. The cast has a recognizable buildup, and Staff Spin can deflect the pages if you are ready. The goal is not to out-damage the paper storm; it is to identify the cast, defend it, then punish the recovery.

Moves To Respect

Respect ranged spell chains. Do not drink from the gourd during active projectiles unless you have already created cover or distance.

Respect close-range swipes. Non-Void is not harmless just because he looks like a caster.

Respect Cloud Step escapes. If your combo whiffs into afterimage movement, stop swinging and turn the camera before the counterattack.

Respect the paper-page cast. Prepare Staff Spin or movement as soon as the longer cast starts.

Fight Plan

  1. Confirm the Fox Quest state and enter the temple disguised as the fox.
  2. Lock on, but keep enough distance to see spell casts clearly.
  3. Dodge ranged magic first; punish only after the cast recovery.
  4. If Non-Void vanishes or slips away, stop the combo and reacquire him.
  5. When the paper attack begins, use Staff Spin if you are positioned for it.
  6. Spend Immobilize, Spirit damage, or Focus after a spell recovery rather than during active pages.

Staff Spin practice matters more here than raw stats because the paper attack can delete an otherwise solid attempt. Immobilize is useful after Non-Void commits to a cast, but less useful if you throw it while he is already escaping.

Bring a fast Spirit for post-cast punish windows. Cloud Step can also rescue a bad projectile dodge or create space for a gourd after the paper attack.

Common Mistakes

  • Reaching the courtyard without the Fox Quest trigger ready.
  • Chasing every teleport or afterimage with a full light combo.
  • Healing during projectile travel.
  • Forgetting Staff Spin when the paper attack starts.
  • Treating Non-Void like Non-Pure and waiting only for heavy melee recoveries.

Rewards And Why It Matters

Defeating Non-Void completes the Fox Quest and rewards Blood of the Iron Bull plus the Non-Void Spirit. The Spirit gives you a Flash Step-style evasive attack, making this optional quest useful even if you are not collecting every Chapter 3 boss.

Quality Check Before You Move On

You are ready to leave when the Fox Quest is complete, the Non-Void Spirit is collected, and you have rested before moving on to other temple bosses. If the quest did not resolve, recheck whether you entered the encounter in the correct form.

FAQ

Where is Non-Void?

Non-Void is in New Thunderclap Temple, reached from the Temple Entrance side route toward the left-wing courtyard.

Is Non-Void tied to a quest?

Yes. Defeating Non-Void completes the Fox Quest when you enter the fight in the proper disguise state.

How do I handle the paper attack?

Watch for the longer cast and use Staff Spin if you are close enough and facing the attack. Otherwise, focus on movement until the pages end.

What is the reward?

The fight rewards Blood of the Iron Bull and the Non-Void Spirit, and it resolves the Fox Quest.

Sources

  • How to Beat Non-Void guide

    Fox Quest access, temple route, paper attack handling, and Spirit reward details.