Puppeteer's Bell at a Glance
- Prize from a concealed boss. Dusk, the Puppeteer, yields it in the Village of Lu, but he shows up only once six Firefly Memory Flowers have been gathered.
- Puppet summoning. Using it brings forth one puppet with sword and shield and another with spear and shield, and both fight alongside you.
- Tough but weak hitters. At level 1 these puppets have plenty of health yet deal little damage, making them good for diverting attention and absorbing blows.
- Only one summon active. A fresh summon removes the puppets already out, so let them run their course before you ring again.
- Extra prize from one battle. Defeating him additionally yields the Illusory Pipa Head, which is a part for making the Illusory Pipa.
Overview
Puppeteer's Bell is the ancient ritual bell that Dusk, the Puppeteer, abandoned, and it lets you give orders to puppets.
Dusk battles from a distance, sounding this bell to send puppet constructs and enormous severed limbs against you. After you take it, the bell summons puppets for your side instead. This is a support Phantom Edge, meaning the numbers shown rate what you summon in terms of durability and attack power, instead of any hit you deliver personally.
Before the Puppeteer can be challenged, six Firefly Memory Flowers must be collected around the Village of Lu.
Stats at Level 1
Because Phantom Blade Zero has no published 0–100 bars for stats, this page gives the weapon's numbers as they stand at level 1.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Weapon type | Summoning Phantom Edge |
| Wielder | Soul |
| Summon Health | 1700 |
| Summon Damage | 20 |
| How to obtain | Defeat Dusk. |
| Added in | Base game |
These numbers are taken from values the game itself lists for level 1; they were not confirmed through play.
How to Obtain
Before you start:
- Gather six Firefly Memory Flowers
- Defeat Dusk, the Puppeteer
- Search the Village of Lu and pick up all six Firefly Memory Flowers.
- Go back to the Temple of Blue Fireflies, then step through the mist barrier at the shrine to arrive at the Broken Puppet Pit.
- Climb down into the ravine and beat Dusk, the Puppeteer. Winning the battle grants the bell along with the Illusory Pipa Head.
How It Plays
A pair of puppets with each ring
Each summon produces a puppet with sword and shield plus a puppet with spear and shield. Their time limit is 15 seconds, and an enemy that kills them ends it sooner.
Summoning a second time erases the earlier pair rather than stacking on top. Give the existing puppets time to expire before ringing again.
The point of toughness
Health far outweighs damage for these puppets, so they are useful for soaking up attacks and buying you space to move. Kuye Temple Prayer Beads takes the reverse approach, since its monks favour aggression.
Upgrade Paths and Versions
Perks from levelling
Every upgrade adds one weapon level, and the abilities below unlock at the levels given.
| Name | Effect | Unlock |
|---|---|---|
| Fortified Shields | Level 5 | |
| Enduring Presence | Three ranks. | Levels 10, 20 and 30 |
| Counter Guard | Level 15 | |
| Mindless Impact | Level 25 |
Soul Tempering
| Name | Cost |
|---|---|
| Abyssal Bell | Herald's Lingering Threads |
Pros, Cons and Ideal Situations
Strengths
- The pair carry shields and big health totals, which lets them divert enemies and take punishment.
Weaknesses
- Offense adds up to little, since puppet damage is weak at level 1.
- A new summon swaps out the puppets in play, and enemies might destroy them well ahead of the 15-second limit.
Best used for
- Works well alongside Inanis' Radiant Fan in a loadout built around defence.
Weapon Comparison
| Weapon | Summons | Emphasis |
|---|---|---|
| Puppeteer's Bell | Two puppets with shields | Tough companions that pull attention and take hits |
| Kuye Temple Prayer Beads | Three Bronze Men monks lasting 15 seconds | Offensive pressure |
| Swordsman's Summon | Three soldiers | Soldiers that attack enemies |
Appears In
Dusk
Hidden boss who leaves it behind.
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Village of Lu
Region containing both the collection quest and the battle.
View location ↗Temple of Blue Fireflies
Way into the concealed area.
View location ↗Broken Puppet Pit
Where the fight happens.
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Heartrend Pipa
Myst requires the Illusory Pipa Head won in this battle as one of the pieces for mending it.
View weapon ↗Frequently Asked Questions
What is the way to obtain Puppeteer's Bell?
Gather six Firefly Memory Flowers around the Village of Lu, walk into the Broken Puppet Pit via the Temple of Blue Fireflies, and beat Dusk, the Puppeteer.
Will ringing it two times produce four puppets?
No. Each new summon removes the puppets from before.
What is the duration of the puppets?
At most 15 seconds, and shorter when an enemy takes them down.
Does the battle reward anything more?
Yes, the Illusory Pipa Head, which goes into making the Illusory Pipa.