Facing Arlecchino: Lies of P's Toughest Boss Yet
Running into Arlecchino the Blood Artist in Lies of P: Overture is no joke. This isn’t a fight you can casually button mash through. Whether you're coming into the arena solo or teaming up with the AI companion, Leia, you're going to need a plan. The good news? With the right gear, a bit of patience, and some well-timed dodges, you can absolutely bring this brutal boss down.
This guide walks you through how to beat Arlecchino in Lies of P, highlighting both phases of the fight, ideal weapons, effective upgrades, and key strategies to stay alive long enough to enjoy that victory cutscene. Whether you're chasing the achievement or just trying to survive, here’s everything you need to know to turn this nightmare encounter into a manageable showdown.
How to Prepare Before the Fight
If you’ve just reached Arlecchino’s lair in Lies of P: Overture, step one is making sure you’re ready. This boss doesn’t mess around, and going in without preparation will almost guarantee a restart.
You’ll find Leia, the legendary stalker, waiting near the fog door. Summon her. Even if you’re the type who prefers to solo bosses, trust me—Arlecchino’s tuning feels overtuned for solo runs, especially on a first attempt. With Leia alongside you, you get a useful distraction, extra damage, and the chance to trigger one of the cooler finishing animations in the game.
For equipment, here’s what worked best during our runs:
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Use the Carcass Crystal Axe paired with the Black Steel Cutter handle. The acid damage stacks nicely over time.
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Bring a Perfection Grindstone with both charges available.
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Slot the Friendship Wishstone into your cube—it’ll help keep Leia alive longer.
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Respect your P-Organ tree to have those perks in place, especially perfect guards and cube enhancements.
Stats and Loadout That Got the Job Done
You don’t need to min-max, but having solid base stats helps a lot. For reference, here’s the build that succeeded on Legendary Stalker difficulty (not New Game+):
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Level: 109
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Vitality: 35
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Vigor: 30
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Capacity: 25
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Motivity/Technique: 9 each
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Advance: 40
Also equipped:
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Famous Detective’s Mustache (for style, obviously)
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Iron Wall Amulet (some mitigation against his relentless physical strikes)
These numbers aren’t mandatory, but they give you an idea of what kind of survivability and damage output to aim for if you're struggling.
First Phase – Watch the Fury Swings
Arlecchino opens with his first form in a white coat. He’s quick, dual-wielding a dagger and sickle, and loves to close the gap with his puppet string grab.
Key things to look out for:
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Leaping Slam Fury Attack: Wait for him to leap, then time your perfect guard as he comes down. It’s great for building stagger.
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Wide Slash Dagger Arc: This one is harder to dodge or block. If you’re not confident, try to bait out other moves instead.
Try a few runs solo just to read his patterns. Once you’re familiar, let Leia tank for you. When she draws aggro, circle behind Arlecchino and hit hard. If you’re using a heavy weapon, he’ll stagger faster.
After some damage, Leia will talk about swearing an oath to Carlo. This triggers a duo finisher move—great for knocking him into phase two.
Second Phase – Buzz Saws and Blood AOE Hell
Once Arlecchino reveals his puppet form, things escalate fast. This form is faster, meaner, and packed with area-of-effect damage and wide-range swipes.
The fight opens with his signature move: the Bloody Wombo Combo. It’s a brutal string of hits that’s hard to block or dodge—unless you cheat a bit.
Here’s how:
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As soon as he floats into the air and says, “Show me your truest fears,” activate your Perfection Grindstone.
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This will let you perfect guard the entire sequence, provided your timing is right.
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Important: The final blood explosion in the combo is unblockable. Roll out just before it lands.
Once the combo is done, it’s back to basic boss combat—but harder. Arlecchino’s attacks often hit in wide arcs, even behind him, so avoid getting greedy with your hits.
When to Attack and When to Back Off
Your biggest challenge in phase two is knowing when it's safe to hit. Most of Arlecchino's attacks cover a wide radius and can punish you even when you're behind him. His orange claw slashes and blood explosion attacks are especially dangerous.
The best windows for damage:
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After his chainsaw spin attack: He slows down slightly, giving you and Leia a short opening.
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When Leia draws aggro: Circle behind him and go for charged attacks or elemental hits like Electric Blitz or Acid.
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When he finishes a long combo: Wait for that tiny pause in his rhythm before committing to your move.
Leia will sometimes stagger him on her own. Use these moments to stack status effects or sneak in a few hits, then back off quickly before his next chain starts.
Keeping Leia Alive Can Win You the Fight
If Leia gets knocked down, you can revive her—but finding that opening is tricky. Instead of taking that risk, use your Friendship Wishstone proactively. Trigger it right before her health dips dangerously low.
She’s not just a distraction. Leia’s stagger potential and ability to trigger dual attacks make a major difference in how fast Arlecchino goes down.
If Arlecchino switches targets to you, stay calm. His animations are fast, but dodge timing is usually more forgiving than perfect guarding at this stage. Try not to face-tank him—even with upgraded defense, his damage output can shred your health bar in seconds.
Dealing with Arlecchino’s Endgame: Projectiles, Grabs, and Second Wombo Combo
As Arlecchino’s health drops, he starts pulling out even more tricks. He’ll shoot buzzsaw projectiles, and those can easily throw off your rhythm—especially if you're focused on dodging melee attacks.
The scariest part? His grab attacks. If he lands one, it’s almost always fatal. These grabs come out fast and aren’t tied to any clear combo string, so always assume one might be coming when he pauses.
Also, he can perform the Bloody Wombo Combo a second time. This time, he won’t shout. The visual cue is subtle—he'll hunch and twist slightly, like he’s charging up. Use your second Perfection Grindstone at that exact moment to guard through the chain again. Save it just for this.
Finishing the Fight and Landing the Duo Fatal
If you’ve been playing it safe, stacking elemental damage, and letting Leia distract and stagger, you’ll eventually get the final opening.
Once his health is critically low, try not to get overconfident. Arlecchino can still turn the tables in a flash, especially with a sudden grab or blood AOE explosion. Let Leia draw fire. Land a few solid hits when it’s safe.
Eventually, Leia will help you land a dual fatal attack. It doesn’t do massive damage, but it’s often enough to push him into death range.
Just don’t do what many players do—die when he has 1 HP left. If that happens, stay calm, reset, and run it again with what you’ve learned.
Conclusion: Master the Patterns and Win the Fight
Defeating Arlecchino in Lies of P: Overture is all about learning his patterns, knowing when to strike, and using Leia effectively. Bring elemental weapons that deal electric or acid damage, equip the right grindstones and wishstones, and be patient during both phases. Perfecting your dodge or block timing for the Bloody Wombo Combo is the true key to surviving the second half.
This fight’s intense, but it’s doable—even on higher difficulties. Whether you’re grinding through on your first run or replaying to master every boss, this strategy will get you through it.
FAQs – Lies of P: Arlecchino Blood Artist Boss Guide
Q1: Can you defeat Arlecchino without Leia in Lies of P: Overture?
Yes, but it’s much harder. Leia provides aggro control and stagger support, making the fight significantly more manageable.
Q2: What is Arlecchino weak to in Lies of P?
He’s weak to electric blitz and acid damage. Weapons with elemental properties are especially useful in both phases.
Q3: When should I use the Perfection Grindstone during the boss fight?
Use it just before the Bloody Wombo Combo—once when he floats and says his line, and again when he silently charges it at low HP.
Q4: What are the best stats to have before fighting Arlecchino?
High Vitality, Vigor, and Advance help a lot. Aim for at least level 100 with a build focused on survival and elemental output.
Q5: Can you revive Leia during the fight?
Yes, but it’s risky. It’s safer to use the Friendship Wishstone to heal her before she gets downed.
Q6: How do you trigger the duo fatal attack with Leia?
After staggering Arlecchino and dealing enough damage, Leia will initiate a scripted attack sequence that results in a finishing move.
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