The Mind-Blowing Secrets Behind Bloodborne's P Boss That Will Leave You Speechless
Lies of P finds inspiration in Bloodborne, but there's one infamous FromSoftware boss it should avoid Discover why Micolash shouldn't be a part of the game's unique narrative
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Lies of P draws inspiration from Bloodborne, showcasing a comparable Gothic art style and mechanics.Several boss battles in Lies of P bear a resemblance to those in Bloodborne, notably the Parade Master and The Mad Donkey.
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While Lies of P draws inspiration from Bloodborne's bosses, it strives to avoid replicating the frustrating Micolash boss fight.
Similar to other emerging sub-genres in their early years, Soulslikes faced challenges upon their initial release. The first wave of these games attempted to emulate the successful formula of the Dark Souls series, but often failed to grasp the essence of what made FromSoftware's beloved formula so captivating. They mistakenly believed that difficulty alone and a stamina bar would suffice. Fortunately, as the sub-genre has matured, Soulslikes have grown into exceptional titles, with some even rivalling FromSoftware's Souls series. It is our hope that Lies of P will be one such game.
Originally announced back in May 2021, Lies of P garnered immediate attention for its distinct interpretation of the Soulslike formula, opting to draw more inspiration from Bloodborne rather than Dark Souls. With a fervent fanbase longing for a sequel or spinoff in a similar vein, Lies of P naturally captured their interest, boasting a remarkably similar Gothic art style, as well as comparable parry and rally mechanics, not to mention bosses that appear to be heavily influenced by Bloodborne's own array of fearsome creatures. However, when it comes to finding inspiration within Bloodborne, there is one boss in particular that Lies of P would be wise to avoid.
Lies of P Shouldn't Have its Own Micolash
Regarded as one of FromSoftware's finest creations, Bloodborne remains a standout game. It boasts a collection of over 20 nightmarish Eldritch bosses, each presenting a unique test of skill and featuring captivating visual diversity. These formidable adversaries include grotesque mutant creatures, corrupted hunters, Lovecraftian abominations, and spine-chilling spiders, with each encounter more enthralling and captivating than the previous one. Reflecting on Bloodborne's roster of bosses even to this day, it is evident that FromSoftware's creativity was firing on all cylinders. It is therefore unsurprising that Lies of P sought inspiration from this enchanting realm.
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In addition to its environmental design, mechanics, and general art style, Lies of P appears to draw heavily from Bloodborne when it comes to its boss battles. Although the mechanical bosses in Lies of P may not visually resemble the Lovecraftian horrors of Bloodborne, the mechanics and overall feel of some fights certainly do, as evidenced even in the Lies of P demo. In this demo, players will encounter the Parade Master, the first boss of the game.
Despite its appearance as a large mechanical circus ringmaster, the moveset and overall presence of the Parade Master may remind players of the numerous beast fights in Bloodborne, particularly the Cleric or Blood-Starved Beast. The later boss fight against the Mad Donkey in the Lies of P demo offers yet another Bloodborne-inspired battle, this time emulating the many hunter fights in the game. Players are pitted against a foe of similar size, wielding a similar fighting style. It is likely that Lies of P's full release will feature more bosses inspired by Bloodborne, but one boss from Bloodborne that should not influence any enemies in Lies of P is Micolash.
FromSoftware games are known for their gimmick boss fights, and Bloodborne is no exception. However, the encounter with Micolash in the later stages of the game can be particularly frustrating. With a giant cage on his head, Micolash leads players on a lengthy, chase through narrow corridors, constantly giggling and teleporting away whenever the player gets too close. While the concept may be interesting, the Micolash fight in Bloodborne proves to be tedious and infuriating, leaving players with few opportunities to land hits while sustaining significant damage from just one of his attacks. Considering this, it would be wise for Lies of P, which launches on September 19 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S, to steer clear of a boss like Micolash.
