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Boss Guide · Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

How to Beat Owl (Father)

⚠ Extreme
Weak to:DeflectShadowrush punishFirecracker bait

About Owl (Father)

The Great Shinobi at his prime, fought in the Hirata Estate memory. Extremely aggressive with anti-healing tactics and Shadowfall techniques.

Attack Phases

1

Great Shinobi

Owl uses shuriken-to-slash combos, healing-blocking powder, and devastating overhead slams.

  • Shuriken into overhead slash
  • Anti-healing powder bomb
  • Firecracker into slash
  • Shadowrush
2

Owl Spirit

Summons a phantom owl for additional attacks. Shadowfall adds a second overhead slash. Creates fire pillars.

  • Phantom owl dive
  • Shadowfall double slash
  • Fire owl pillar
  • Mikiri-bait thrust

Rewards

  • Memory: Foster Father
  • Aromatic Flower
  • Purification ending unlock

Weaknesses

DeflectShadowrush punishFirecracker bait