Are you scouring the Wulin in search of the Three-Faced Puppet in Phantom Blade Zero? This foe might be one of the toughest that you face early in the campaign. If you achieve victory, you’re bound to wonder where your quarry went. Our guide discusses everything you need to know about this opponent and the Triple Threat quest. That said, bear in mind that there will be spoilers ahead.
The Three-Faced Puppet boss battle – Weeping Creek Valley
Your first encounter against the Three-Faced Puppet takes place in Weeping Creek Valley, less than an hour or so after starting the campaign. As you make your way across the cliffside section, you’ll see a ladder that descends to a ledge with a curious-looking statue. The bell right next to it is called The Lady’s Rift.
Interacting with the statue teleports you to a temple where a boss fight awaits. The Aberrant Three-Faced Puppet in Phantom Blade Zero is a tenacious opponent. She will frequently teleport, emerging from rifts to strike you. You need to time your dodges and parries right to avoid damage.
Since this is fairly early in the game, you don’t need to beat her just yet. You can come back later if you wish once you’ve upgraded your weapons and increased your maximum health.
Note: At the very least, try to defeat the boss in The Lady’s Rift before you enter the Mirage Estate. That’s the location that you go to after visiting all four Serpent Houses, and it’s pretty much the tail-end of the campaign.
The Lady’s Rift bell/statue (left) leads to your first encounter with the Three-Faced Puppet (right).
Triple Threat – Learn the Three-Faced Puppet’s identity
Once you’ve defeated the Three-Faced Puppet, you’ll receive the Triple Threat quest. It tells you that you must learn the Three-Faced Puppet’s identity. You can try to scour the world for clues, including locations like the Mandate Encampment and the Mountain of Imprisonment, as they have portals that lead to the domain of the Three-Eyed Puppet.
