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Lies of P Best Combat Style: How to Pick the Best Build

Sushil Kumar KannothBy Sushil Kumar KannothUpdated:December 26, 20235 Mins Read Guides September 16, 2023
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Lies of P‘s Belle Époque theme with a Pinocchio twist seems to work well with the genre. Aesthetics aside, its highlight like all Soulsborne games remains the combat mechanic. It is just as engaging as any other game in the genre with some tasteful theme-appropriate additions. Now, you might wonder which one the Lies of P best combat style is, among the ones on offer.

Without making you delve too deep into the intricacies of the combat system, Neowiz Games offers a very precise selection screen that allows you to choose your desired combat style. It is understandable if some of you feel the options offered to be a bit ambiguous and as always, we are here to unravel the mysteries of gameplay for the more discerning gamers among you.

Lies of P Best Combat Style Walkthrough

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There are a total of three combat styles, each of which offers a diverse array of options to create your build. While each combat style has a substantial effect on the stats, you are allowed to modify them as you level to suit the build you are going for. Starter weapons are also influenced by the Combat styles but you are not confined to just one. As you progress, all weapons become available for you to purchase.

The idea behind offering three distinct combat styles is to help you narrow down your choices and avoid being bogged down by all the RPG stats stuff. So, whichever combat style you choose will serve you quite well for the entirety of the game. The only thing to consider here is what build each style defines.

Path of the Cricket

Starter Weapon of Choice: Puppet’s Saber

Ideally, it would be the grasshopper. But since this is a Soulslike world, you’re stuck with its distant cousin. In terms of balanced builds, this is the best Lies of P combat style of the three. This combat style deals with a balance between Strength and Speed, which are the two most crucial elements of combat in Lies of P. Catered to suit both newbies and Souls veterans alike, the Path of the Cricket boasts an impressive stats composition.

Going with this combat style will help you create a build that is both challenging and offers a great deal of leeway early game. The Puppet’s Saber seems to be the most suited weapon for a balanced build and is great for newcomers to get acquainted with the combat mechanics.

Path of the Bastard

Starter Weapon of Choice: Wintry Rapier’s Bundle

This is the dexterity-oriented Combat Style and relies on technique more than anything else. This combat style allows you to create a build with considerably high stamina and technique but with a penalty to other physical stats. HP and physical attack stats in particular will take a substantial dip if you choose this build. However, that’s not a dealbreaker since you won’t be going against any enemies head-on but rather employ a stealthy approach.

The Wintry Rapier offers a swift weapon that allows you to deal rapid strikes. If you are looking for a speed-oriented build, then this is the Lies of P best combat style for you to choose. Dodging and feinting attacks are a breeze with this weapon/combat style combination. All this though comes at the price of sacrificing your blocking capabilities.

Path of the Sweeper

Starter Weapon of Choice: Greatsword of Fate

This is the style to choose if you are going for a tank build. Strength is everything with this combat style and you have to sacrifice speed and dexterity in this pursuit. Strength, HP, Phys. Attack, and Phys. Defense are all amply bestowed upon your build with this choice. Naturally, this comes at the cost of a sheer drop in dodging ability. So, if you are planning on playing the relentless warrior, there are better options than choosing this path.

The Greatsword of Fate is one incredible incentive to play with such a build. It is one of the best weapons available, especially early game and your character will swing it like was glued to his arm. It goes without saying this build is not for newcomers and will require some experience from previous Soulsbourne titles for enjoyable gameplay that isn’t as soul-crushing.

Our Pick

For our build, we prefer the Path of the Cricket. This build offers the best of both worlds and offers an enjoyable gameplay experience no matter where your proficiency is with the genre. The balance between strength and speed is something that even veterans would prefer for the versatility in combat and the occasional ease it offers. The Puppet’s Saber may not be the best weapon in the long run, but you have a wide range of other weapons to choose from including the Greatsword of Fate which can serve well in the hands of a Cricket.

That’s all for our guide on the Lies of P best Combat Style. Let us know in the comments which one you chose for your first playthrough, and how your build is shaping up. Meanwhile, if you are having trouble with specific boss fights, here’s our guide on how to defeat Parade Master and Scrapped Watchman

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Sushil is Video Game Journalist and Writer at GamesHorizon with almost a decade of experience. An avid PC gamer, he loves to delve into anything that has the letters 'RPG' in the description. Despite developing a refined taste for gaming over the course of more than 25 years, he is still a Pokémon fan at heart.

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