Lies of P: Overture Bosses List: All Lies of P DLC Bosses

The Lies of P: Overture DLC introduces 8 new and unique bosses that can seriously test your nerves during the journey and reward you with a strong sense of accomplishment after defeating them. Throughout the story, you will encounter 7 mandatory bosses of various types, as well as 1 secret boss. The expansion features huge carcasses, humanoids, and mutants — everything that fans of the original game will appreciate. In this guide, we will go over the main bosses you will face, share important tips and strategies to overcome them, and delve into the lore that reveals the mysteries behind these ominous foes. Whether you are an experienced player or a newcomer, understanding these enemies will be crucial to surviving the brutal trials ahead.

Tyrannical Predator

A giant crocodile-like boss with instantly recognizable attack patterns.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Carcass — especially vulnerable to fire. Test out the Salamander Blade + Acidic Spear Handle combo, fire cocktails, and corresponding amulets.
• Attacks: Combines biting, lunging, grabs, and sudden tail spins — the latter is especially dangerous, with minimal wind-up.
• Strategy: Be aggressive at the start, always apply a fire-based curse effect, block with the Aegis Arm, and use Pulse Cells for safety.

Tyrannical Predator is a mutated zoo-dwelling beast and one of the eight key bosses in the new Lies of P: Overture DLC. Found during the opening of the Krat Zoo trials, it resembles a hybrid between a shark and a crocodile, with bluish crystalline skin and a disturbing visual reminiscent of Bloodborne’s bestiary.

A grim and grotesque creature that sets the tone for the entire expansion.

Markiona, Puppeteer of Death

A terrifying priestess who commands a horde of ravenous carcass enemies through a disturbing loudspeaker — creating a sense of dread long before the fight begins.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Human + puppet — two separate health bars. The puppet regenerates and is weak to acid/acidic attacks.
• Attacks: The puppet uses quick lunges and grabs; Markiona attacks from range. Their moves often overlap, requiring constant attention.
• Strategy: Eliminate the puppet first — using a bow or the Legion Arm: Puppet String. Then apply Perfection Grindstone to parry Markiona and finish her off quickly.

Her character is inspired by a puppeteer controlling marionettes, emphasizing her ability to manipulate and control. She is known for her cruelty and combat skill, posing a serious threat to the protagonist.

Veronique, Leader of the Sweepers

A mutated, graceful yet deadly figure-skater turned carcass scavenger — her movements reflect the zoo’s warped aesthetic.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Human — wielding a hammer; features a heat-up mechanic (becomes stronger after warming up).
• Attacks: Heavy hammer swings, spinning attacks, and frame anomalies. She can also slam a bomb into the ground.
• Strategy: Start at range, use Perfection Grindstone to break her stance and destroy her hammer, then follow up with light thrusts and dodges/parries. Backstabbing after her combos is effective.

Veronique, Leader of the Sweepers, is one of the most challenging bosses in the Lies of P: Overture DLC. She is part of the "Sweepers" group and represents a highly developed opponent with unique mechanics and an aggressive fighting style.

Two-Faced Overseer

A dual-natured controller symbolizing the DLC’s experimental themes of manipulation and ruin.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Mechanical puppet with two phases: green (maneuver-based) and red (rage-based).
• Attacks: Standard melee, dodges, and powerful Fury attacks in the second phase.
• Strategy: Prepare with Puppet String, Daylight Horn, and Perfection Grindstone. In phase two, activate Grindstone and parry every strike → respond with heavy charged attacks. Keep your distance and avoid fighting near walls.

He is a mechanical guardian with two faces, armed with a battle axe. This boss serves as a significant challenge, testing players’ combat skills and strategic thinking.

Premetamorphic Green Hunter(optional)

A pre-transformation creature left behind — a trap for the overly curious, offering a harsh challenge outside the main storyline bosses.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Hidden carcass/monstrous — hides underground and dashes between exits.
• Attacks: Sudden eruptions with spears and tentacles, earthquakes, claw swipes. Can heal if it grabs you.
• Strategy: Use Salamander Dagger or Live Puppet's Axe, Flamberge/Aegis Legion Arm, and fire flasks/ammo. Retreat and strike upon emergence, dodge grabs, and throw fire items to interrupt and control.

This is a secret boss in the Lies of P: Overture DLC, available in Chapter 3 of the game. Its name relates to its appearance and behavior, resembling a predatory creature with acid attacks and underground maneuvering abilities.

Anguished Guardian of the Ruins

The noble guardian of the zoo ruins, burdened by duty — a tragic protector with a somber legacy.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Humanoid (giant) — massive in size, uses a trident/halberd.
• Attacks: Halberd sweeps, body slams (parry when it glows red), dashes.
• Strategy: Equip Flamberge Legion Arm + fire weapons, prefer dodging over blocking, master the timing of red slam parries. Attack from the sides or rear and avoid camera lock-in during heavy combos.

This is one of the toughest bosses in the Lies of P: Overture DLC. It is a giant mechanical guardian protecting the ruins and is a mandatory opponent on the way to the game’s finale.

Lumacchio, Leader of the Bastards

A cunning gang leader of deformed followers, whose puppet origins and unpredictability reflect the twisted nature of the experiments.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Human — disciple with multiple phases. Below 50% health, he summons mist and gains speed.
• Attacks: Phase 1 — powerful strikes and jumps; Phase 2 — rapid dashes and decay-based attacks.
• Strategy: In phase 1, go for backstabs and staggers, parry and counter. In phase 2, switch to fire weapons + Purification Ampules, block with Aegis, and use Puppet String to keep him under control.

This is one of the most challenging bosses in the Lies of P: Overture DLC. He appears in Chapter 8: Debris of the Archon Fleet and represents the climax of the Black Rabbit Brotherhood storyline.

Arlecchino, the Blood Artist (DLC finale)

A deranged blood-themed artist, maniacally choreographing his stage of cruelty — the embodiment of the DLC’s madness and chaos.

Mechanics & Tips:

• Type: Mechanical puppet — two forms: a balanced first phase, and an epic second form with Blood Magic and Lea's support.
• Phase 1 Attacks: 4-hit scythe combos with deliberate pauses.
• Phase 2 Attacks: Adds spinning sabers and “Blood Barrage” projectiles.
• Strategy: Keep your distance, dodge Arlecchino’s combos. Use Lea as support — carry the Friendship Wishstone and revive her. Deal heavy blows between his pauses. In phase two, run along the projectile paths and stay calm.

Arlecchino was an alchemist’s puppet servant until his Ergo awakened, realizing that puppets contain human souls. This discovery bred deep hatred for humanity for imprisoning souls in puppet bodies. He rebelled against his master, tortured him, and learned the location of the Arche Abbey — a secret island where alchemists conducted experiments. There, he killed all alchemists but spared their son, Lorencini Venini, to observe his development. Later, he was captured and chained to the wall of the Arche Abbey but continued to exist, using his powers to communicate through phones in Krat, terrorizing locals with riddles.

Final Tips and Takeaways

Fire is your best friend in these battles, as many bosses are highly vulnerable to fire damage. It’s important to carefully read the cues during fights and learn to recognize the “warm-up” animations that signal powerful upcoming attacks. Each boss has multiple phases, and adapting your strategy to these changing phases is crucial for success. For players seeking an additional challenge, the Premetamorphic Green Hunter offers a demanding test of area control and observation skills. Defeating these bosses rewards you with Full Moonstones, rare upgrade materials, and lore fragments that deepen the story behind Pinocchio and the Puppet Butchery. Utilizing all new weapons in Lies of P: The Overture DLC can greatly enhance your chances in these encounters, especially those with elemental abilities tailored for boss weaknesses.