How to Defeat the Aberrant Three-Faced Puppet in Phantom Blade Zero

As you traverse the world of Phantom Blade Zero, you will encounter the Aberrant Three-Faced Puppet early on. While this is an optional boss, defeating it during your first encounter is nearly impossible. Without access to Phantom Edges skills and lacking upgraded weaponry, dealing sufficient damage to the boss is extremely difficult.## Don't Rush and Return LaterThe most important advice is to avoid attempting to defeat this boss during your first encounter. This segment of the Triple Threat quest does not require immediate resolution, nor does it offer rewards that are critical to your early-game progress. Defeating the boss at this stage demands flawless play with no margin for error, which is often a waste of time. It is recommended to continue the game, grow stronger, and return to the boss once you are better prepared.## Upgrading Weapons and EquipmentWhen you decide to engage in the fight, ensure your weapons are fully upgraded. Use materials purchased from vendors to enhance your gear. Pay attention to accessories such as the Ancient Armor Fragment, Jewel's Knot, and Resonance Talisman. These items will increase your health (HP), Sha-Chi levels, and damage reduction capabilities. For additional damage, equip the Livingwood Talisman, which allows you to inflict bleed effects on the boss.## Combat TacticsThe boss’s black, smoky attacks are highly dangerous, as they instantly drain your stamina. Do not attempt to block them; dodging is your only reliable defense. Maintain an aggressive playstyle: regular attacks do not consume stamina but will gradually deplete the boss's Sha-Chi. Once its Sha-Chi barrier is broken, unleash your best combos to deal significant damage.## Returning to the Crimson ForestAfter defeating the boss, you will receive the Three-Headed Doll. The Triple Threat quest continues in the final stages of the game in Pangzhen. You will need to find Memory Flowers, which will lead you to a rematch in the Crimson Forest. For this stage, you will need the Soul Tempered version of the Sanguine Reach weapon. To craft it, you must collect Scorching Flame fragments. You will obtain the first by defeating Zhu Yuan, and the second by completing the Long Pillar challenge in Meigu Lake. Once achieved, you can transform the weapon into the Blazing Edge to prepare for the final battle against Yucong, No.34 Twisted Puppet.