Summary
- Lies of P strays from the classic Souls formula by offering a unique defense system that doesn't affect Pinocchio's appearance.
- There are four different defense parts in Lies of P that players can equip, and they provide physical damage resistance.
- Players should seek out these defense parts as they can greatly increase Pinocchio's survivability and are worth obtaining early in the game.
Despite being influenced by the Soulslike sub-genre in terms of its brutal gameplay, there are still plenty of other areas where Lies of P strays from the classic Souls formula to create an experience that feels new, fresh, and unique. One such example of this is the defense parts which act in much the same way as armor pieces in the Souls games, but since they aren't pieces of clothing, they won't have an impact on the way Pinocchio looks.
Lies Of P: Best Costumes & How To Unlock Them
There are plenty of costumes Pinnochio can find while running around the streets and alleyways of Krat, and these are among the best ones.
Rather than players needing to equip a big bulky chest piece or rusty-looking gauntlet to raise their defense, they are free to choose any one of the many costumes available in Lies of P since this isn't what will determine how protected Pinocchio will be from enemy attacks. Instead, there are four different defense parts that Pinocchio can equip in Lies of P, and while the Frames may seem like the most inconsequential since they only provide physical damage resistance, they're still well worth seeking out since Pinocchio is inevitably going to receive more than a few whacks during his adventure.
6 Lada F150 Frame
- Weight: 10
- Physical Damage Reduction: 15.85
- Where to find: Along the path to the right of the Stargazer at Elysion Boulevard Entrance.
Despite being so light, the Lada F150 Frame provides a decent amount of protection, which will enable Pinocchio to survive an extra hit in most combat scenarios. Because the Frame can be found so early on in the game, it is worth making a detour to pick it up since the lack of Legion Arms and weapons parts at this point means that Pinocchio will need to use every tool he finds to help keep him alive.
When reaching the chest that contains this Frame though, it can be worth keeping the Puppet String handy and using it to separate the small groups of enemies that will be guarding it. The Puppet Marksman can be especially annoying to deal with, so pulling him close with the Legion Arm and finishing him off can make the journey a lot easier.
5 Workshop Union Strengthening Frame
- Weight: 13.2
- Physical Damage Reduction: 20.10
- Where to find: Hidden in a chest in the Archbishop's Office located in St. Frangelico Cathedral Library.
One of the most visually stunning areas in the entire game, the St. Frangelico Cathedral Library contains more than a few secrets within its walls, but one useful resource that can be found by heading up from the Stargazer is the Workshop Union Strengthening Frame. It's quite easy to miss this Frame if players don't take the time to explore their surroundings once they reach this area, but since no enemies are protecting it, it's always a good idea to grab it on the way.
Lies Of P: Best Amulets, Ranked
While equipping a strong weapon and Legion Arm is crucial for Pinocchio's survival in Lies of P, Amulets are arguably just as important.
Players should know that there are a staggering 17 collectible items scattered around the St. Frangelico Cathedral Library, which can all make Pinocchio's life much easier when coming up against the many monstrosities that reside in Krat. So long as the player has enough space in their inventory, they should definitely loot this area, which is essentially a gold mine in terms of resources.
4 Arch Heavyweight Frame
- Weight: 16.2
- Physical Damage Reduction: 24.35
- Where to find: Located in a tall chest up the right-side staircase when spawning at the Rosa Isabelle Street Culvert Stargazer. Cross the bridge and defeat the puppets to find the chest.
This Frame will require a little bit of hacking and slashing to get to, but considering just how much protection it offers, it's a good idea to not skip over it. Once Pinocchio reaches the top of the staircase, he will need to cross a bridge that will overlook a few flames. Upon getting close to the door, there will be a few Puppet Baby enemies that will try to stop Pinocchio from reaching the tall safe.
These guys are as agile as they are deadly, so keeping a safe distance and picking them off one by one is the much safer way to go as opposed to rushing in which can inevitably lead to Pinocchio getting surrounded and even stun-locked. So long as players know what they can come to expect though, this Frame is fairly easy to obtain and great to keep around for the areas ahead.
3 Lada F250 Frame
- Weight: 19
- Physical Damage Reduction: 28.60
- Where to find: Can be found deep in the Lorenzini Arcade after obtaining the 1st Floor Key. Open the gate to the left of the Stargazer and fall to the lowest level. The Frame can be picked up from the Large Brawler Carcass.
The Lada F250 Frame is incredibly easy to miss out on if players are focused on sprinting through the unnerving Lorenzini Arcade as fast as possible. Finding the Frame is only one part of the challenge though as upon dropping to where the Frame is located, players will be met with a menacing Carcass enemy that can be quite tricky to take down.
The limited amount of space also makes this fight a little difficult, especially for those wielding large greatswords who can easily get their weapon caught on the walls if they're not careful. Anyone using a faster build should be able to keep up with the speed of the Carcass to interrupt its attacks, but those using heavier weapons should try to avoid its slashes before taking it down from behind.
2 Arch Extra Heavyweight Frame
- Weight: 22.8
- Physical Damage Reduction: 32.85
- Where to find: From the Abandoned Apartment Stargazer, go to the second floor and travel down the path to the right of the Wandering Merchant. Follow the path until coming across a slanted building. After heading upstairs and into another slanted building, the Frame can be taken from a Bulging Head Carcass enemy.
This Frame is much easier to get to if players have already opened up the shortcut near the Abandoned Apartments. Otherwise, Pinocchio will have to take a few detours and shortcuts to be able to find it. Luckily, it's not too difficult to seek out when teleporting to the area's Stargazer since there are a few key landmarks along the way that will let the player know that they're on the right track.
Lies Of P: 17 Weapons You Should Upgrade
With 40+ weapons for players to discover, purchase, and loot in Lies of P, there are a lot of different combinations to choose from and upgrade first.
Once players stumble across the Wandering Merchant, they should try to steer to the right and look out for a slanted building. All that's required from then on is to search through the buildings until the Bulging Head Carcass enemy finally appears. Upgraded weapons are essential for taking down this enemy, but the fight can also be pretty straightforward if players make use of ranged Legion Arms such as Flamberge and Falcon Eyes, which will ensure Pinocchio doesn't get caught up in a whirlwind of attacks.
1 Lada F350 Frame
- Weight: 26
- Physical Damage Reduction: 37.11
- Where to find: Go up the ladder near the Arche Abbey Outer Wall Stargazer. Go straight forward past the brazier and then turn left where a Sting-Tail Carcass can be found. Exit the room, turn right, and take down the Carcass enemies standing in the way. Use the High-Level Alchemist Badge which will activate the bridge, and the Frame can be found in the chest that's on the other side.
The most difficult Frame in the game to find, but also by far the best in terms of protection, getting to the Lada F350 can feel a lot like an obstacle course which will definitely take more than a few attempts to get to. Aside from the countless Carcass enemies who will be protecting the path, there are also plenty of hidden traps that can easily throw Pinocchio off, so it's best to take this area nice and slow to avoid any unfortunate accidents.
As for the High-Level Alchemist Badge, this can be picked up after defeating the gigantic Door Guardian mini-boss at Arche Abbey. Since he's not an optional boss, players won't have to worry about having to travel back to previous areas to find the badge since most people will pick it up and completely forget about it, unaware that its purpose is to unlock one of the best defensive pieces in the game.
Lies of P is available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.