How To Kill Father Gascoigne Bloodborne

Alright, friend. Let's talk Father Gascoigne. The grumpy clergyman. The first real wall in Bloodborne. He's got style, he's got grief, and he’s got a serious axe to grind (literally!). Ready to learn how to put him down for good? Let's dive in!

Getting Acquainted with Papa G

Gascoigne isn't just some random hunter. He's you, but gone wrong. He’s a hunter who succumbed to the beastly scourge. Now, he preaches the importance of hunting beasts, even though he himself is becoming one. Irony, right?

First off, his arena. It's a graveyard. Claustrophobic and filled with tombstones. Use them to your advantage! He hates them. You will too... until you use them to cheese him. Embrace the cheese.

Phase One: Hunter vs. Hunter

Okay, Gascoigne's first form is basically you, but meaner. He uses a Hunter Axe and a Blunderbuss. He's aggressive. Real aggressive. Don't panic! (Easier said than done, I know).

Parrying is your best friend here. Learn the timing of his attacks. That Blunderbuss shot? Prime parry opportunity. Get that visceral attack in! It’s oh-so-satisfying.

Another trick? Dodge through his attacks, not away. Get behind him. Backstabs are beautiful.

Don't forget your own Blunderbuss or Pistol! Staggering him is key. A well-timed shot can interrupt his attacks and give you breathing room. Trust me, you'll need it.

And the tombstones! Circle around them. He'll get stuck. Free hits for you! He’ll eventually break them, so don't get too comfortable.

The Music Box: A Moment of Clarity (Or Pain)

Here's the quirky part: the Tiny Music Box. Find it. It's tied to Gascoigne’s tragic backstory involving his daughter, Viola. (Prepare for some serious feels later).

Use the Music Box during the fight. It stuns him. Cool, right? But here's the kicker: overuse it and it'll trigger his transformation faster. Use it wisely! Two or three times max in the first phase.

Phase Two: Beast Mode Activated

Uh oh. He's transforming! Fur is sprouting. Claws are extending. He's going full beast mode. Now it's a different ball game.

He's faster, stronger, and more relentless. Forget parrying (mostly). Dodge is your new best friend again.

Keep your distance. Seriously. Those claws reach far. Look for openings after his attack combos. A quick hit and then back away. Rinse and repeat.

Fire Paper! If you have it, use it! Beasts are weak to fire. Every little bit helps. Ignite that weapon and watch him squirm.

Still got tombstones? Use them! They’re even more effective now that he's a hulking beast. Keep circling. Keep dodging.

Cheese It If You Please

Okay, let’s be honest. Sometimes, you just want to cheese it. No shame in that! There's a very specific spot near the entrance to the graveyard where you can get Gascoigne stuck on the tombstones, where you can hit him without being hit.

It’s not the most glorious victory, but hey, a win's a win! Especially in Yharnam, where wins are rare.

Victory and Beyond

He's down! You did it! Pat yourself on the back. You survived Father Gascoigne. You’re ready for... well, more horrible things, but let's not dwell on that right now.

Collect your echoes and his Brooch. You'll need that Brooch to buy his armor set later. Gotta look good while slaughtering beasts, right?

So, there you have it. Father Gascoigne, defeated. You've taken your first big step into the nightmare that is Bloodborne. Good luck, hunter. You'll need it.

Remember: Fear the Old Blood... but also, fear Father Gascoigne's Blunderbuss. And always, always, embrace the cheese.