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