The Scrapped Watchman in Lies of P serves as the first major mechanical skill check for players navigating the rain-slicked courtyards of Krat City Hall. This colossal puppet, once a protector of the peace, has transformed into an aggressive, electrified monstrosity that relentlessly punishes greed and poor positioning. Mastering this encounter requires a deep understanding of its rhythm, precise guard timings, and defensive discipline.
Understanding the Physical Onslaught
During the initial phase of the battle, the boss relies heavily on sweeping physical strikes and overhead slams using its massive mechanical arms. Its most deceptive movement is a delayed slam animation that tricks players into dodging or parrying far too early. Learning the distinct sound cues and watching the extension of its torso will help you accurately time your Perfect Guards.
Another dangerous maneuver is its multi-hit fury attack, which can quickly shatter your posture if you fail to deflect the incoming strikes. Maintaining a steady defensive stance and avoiding over-extended combos in between his movements is essential for survival. Counterattacking with one or two fast hits ensures you retain enough stamina to react to the next physical sequence.
Surviving the Electric Second Phase
When the Scrapped Watchman drops below half health, the mechanoid charges itself with volatile electrical energy, drastically altering the flow of the fight. Its physical strikes now leave dangerous elemental pools on the ground that detonate after a short delay, forcing you to constantly reposition. Managing your spatial awareness becomes just as vital as executing your combat mechanics.
To mitigate the intense pressure of this phase, utilizing the right equipment can make a significant difference. Equipping attributes that offer high shock resistance will prevent your stamina recovery from being completely crippled by electrical status buildup. Additionally, applying fire-based items to your weapons can help melt the boss's massive health pool more efficiently.
Exploiting Openings and Stagger Windows
Despite its terrifying speed and erratic shockwaves, the boss has several vulnerable recovery windows that can be consistently punished. After performing its signature jumping grab or heavy ground smash, it remains completely stationary for a brief duration. This is the perfect opportunity to land fully charged heavy attacks to build up invisible stagger damage.
Once the enemy's health bar glows white, executing a precise heavy strike or a well-timed shot will trigger a critical stagger state. Approaching the designated red marker allows you to perform a devastating Fatal Attack for massive damage. Balancing patient defense with decisive, calculated aggression is the ultimate key to conquering this Krat City Hall nightmare.
