How to do Perfect Blocks in Lies of P

Perfect block, also known as Parrying, is one of the most useful skills you must learn in Lies of P in order to defeat challenging bosses like Parade Master. This combat technique lets you deflect an enemy’s attack and stun them, opening up an opportunity for a counterattack. However, the game does not explain this technique well, and the timing for it is very precise. Therefore, here's a comprehensive guide to help you learn the perfect block combat technique in Lies of P.

How to Perfect Guard in Lies of P

You can perfect block or guard an attack by pressing the L1/LB button on your PlayStation or Xbox controller, respectively, right before an attack reaches you. If you're using a keyboard, then you must press the Space button to guard attacks. As always, the game lets you customize these controls according to your preference by navigating to the settings menu.

As mentioned earlier, parrying in Lies of P requires precise timing, as the window to block or dodge attack is very narrow. If the player successfully parries, they are always positioned to counter-attack, and doing it enough times leads to a chunky high-damage critical attack.

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How Perfect Guard works in Lies of P

The perfect block protects your character from any significant damage and can potentially destroy the enemy's weapon. On top of that, it leaves the opponent in a vulnerable state, which can then be followed up with massive damage. Finally, Perfect Guards do not consume stamina if executed correctly, but it requires a high skill ceiling to master the timings, especially for beginners.

For instance, the Perfect Guard is a highly effective combat technique against Parade Master as it can stagger the boss and open him up for counterattacks. You can also practice Parrying using the punching puppets located right next to the merchant before your first boss fight.

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