Dusk, the Puppeteer Summary
Dusk, the Puppeteer is an optional boss that can be missed if you did not collect all of Firefly's Memory Flower, Dusk can be found behind a fog near Temple of Blue Fireflies!
This boss fight has two phases. In the first phase, he fights alone, giving you a chance to learn his moveset. In the second phase, he creates a single copy of himself. You'll be dealing with two attackers at once and keep a closer eye on both.
| Quest | Secrets at the Heart of the Lake |
| Location | Village of Lu |
| Recommended Weapon | ・Kuye Temple Prayer Beads ・Outlaw Warblade ・Scarlet Wraithblade |
How to Find Dusk, the Puppeteer
Dusk, the Puppeteer can be found after collecting all of Firefly's Memory Flower. After collecting all of Firefly's Memory head to Temple of Blue Fireflies, interact with the fog, and head straight down to find Dusk.
A short cutscene plays as you enter, then the fight begins.
Firefly's Memory Flower Locations
You can find Firefly's Memory Flowers in the Village of Lu.
Dusk, the Puppeteer Attack Patterns
The following table lists each attack Dusk, the Puppeteer, uses:
| Attack | Description |
|---|---|
| 3 Puppets Summon |  Summons 3 puppets to aide Dusk in the fight |
| Puppet Ambush |  Summons puppets from the ground to ambush you |
| Stone Barrage |  Shoots a barrage of stones |
| Smash |  Conjures a Puppet Hand to smash the ground |
| Slashes and Kicks |  Throws a flurry of slashes and kicks |
| Slashes |  Throws a consecutive of slashes |
| Puppet Stab |  Steps back and summons a puppet for a moment to stab you |
| From Below |  Attacks with a group of hands from below |
Recommended Build for Dusk, the Puppeteer
| Weapon | ・Scarlet Wraithblade ・Outlaw Warblade |
| Phantom Edge | ・Kuye Temple Prayer Beads |
| Medicine | ・Kuye Dew |
| Accessories | ・Livingwood Talisman - Bleed and lifesteal are 70% effective against Puppets, Phantoms, and Golden Bodies ・A Puppet's Wooden Heart - Increases summon duration by 25% |
How to Beat Dusk, the Puppeteer
[1] Use Outlaw Warblade
Outlaw Warblade makes this fight much easier. Dusk summons puppets throughout the fight, turning the battle into a one-against-many situation where damage can come from several directions at once. The Warblade’s unique effect helps you recover health as you land hits, letting you recover from mistakes. That sustain is especially valuable when the puppets overwhelm you, since you can keep attacking aggressively instead of constantly backing off to reset.
[2] Focus on the puppets that Dusk summons
Taking out the puppets first not only simplifies the fight but also hurts Dusk’s Sha-Chi. Clearing them quickly means fewer attackers to dodge at once, and each kill chips away at his Sha-Chi, bringing you closer to breaking his defense. Prioritizing the puppets keeps the fight manageable while setting up an opening to go on the offensive against Dusk himself.
[3] Use Kuye Temple Prayer Beads
Kuye Temple Prayer Beads is a huge help during this fight, as it allows you to summon allies as well, allowing you to fight fire with fire! Instead of facing enemies alone, you get allies that split the enemy's attention, giving you a breathing room to dodge and attack.
[4] Equip Livingwood Talisman
Living Wood Talisman is also a huge help during this fight especially when you pair it with Outlaw Warblade or Jagged Steel, since their unique effects will now work on Puppets, Phantoms, or Golden Bodies. Puppets turn into a steady source of sustain and advantage, instead of being a nuisance.
Dusk, the Puppeteer Rewards
Dusk, the Puppeteer drops the following rewards upon defeat:
- Puppeteer's Bell
- Illusory Pipa Head
Related Guides
Phantom Blade Zero Wiki
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