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  • this is the first real boss in Phantom Blade Zero. He wields the Dread Axe, which you get as a Phantom Edge when you beat him. — All Phantom Blade Zero bosses in order(PCGamesN)
  • Reward after defeating Axemaster Peng Meng. Story-related. — Phantom Blade Zero Weeping Creek Valley Collectible Locations(PowerPyx)
  • You need to be careful of his back slam attack, which will rid you of all of your Sha-Chi if it connects. — All Phantom Blade Zero bosses in order(PCGamesN)

Sources: All Phantom Blade Zero bosses in order(PCGamesN) · Phantom Blade Zero Weeping Creek Valley Collectible Locations(PowerPyx) · Phantom Blade Zero Trophy Guide & Roadmap(PowerPyx)

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Sources: All Phantom Blade Zero bosses in order(PCGamesN) · Phantom Blade Zero Weeping Creek Valley Collectible Locations(PowerPyx) · Phantom Blade Zero Trophy Guide & Roadmap(PowerPyx)

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  • This page reflects launch-period sources checked on 30 October 2026. A later patch can change exact values, menus or quest availability.
A straw-hatted swordsman faces a fire-breathing lion-dance figure in Phantom Blade Zero.
Steam store screenshot · visual context only.

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