Can you beat the first boss in Valor Mortis?
Yes, you can beat General Lothaire in the opening encounter, but you can also lose and continue after Lucjan rescues William. Defeat does not permanently lock you out of Torn Banner.
Beat the first boss?A first-person soulslike
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Find your next weapon, build around your playstyle, and learn the fights that stand in your way.
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Playstyle Single-playerPlatforms PC · PS5 · Xbox Series X|SDeveloper One More Level
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Beginner guide
Get started with combat, Lantern upgrades, early weapons and the paths worth saving for later.
WeaponsGun locations
Find all three firearms, with their chapters, landmarks and the Wagon Key needed for the Musket.
BossesGeneral Lothaire
Beat General Lothaire in Chapter 2 by reading cannon fire, leap attacks, the second health bar and ground spells.
QuestsWeathered Key
Find the Weathered Key, open the correct house and return the Toy to finish Lullaby in Fallen Village.
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Which skills should I upgrade first in Valor Mortis?
Prioritize Maximum Endurance, then Blocking for Saber or Parrying Impact for a parry-focused Rapier. Add Melee Damage once defense feels comfortable, and Melee Endurance Cost when it becomes available.
Best skillsWhere do I use the Weathered Key in Valor Mortis?
Find the Weathered Key in the backyard of the empty-cradle house near Marketplace. Use it at the house across the river, take the Toy from the bed, and return it to the cradle to earn Tomorrow's Promise.
Weathered Key