You've been scouring the back alleys of Krat. You’ve taken down the Parade Master and maybe even survived the scrap heap that is Scrapped Watchman. Now, you’re looking for that specific "cool factor." You want the gunblade Lies of P players keep whispering about in Reddit threads and Discord servers. But here is the kicker: depending on who you ask, they might be talking about two completely different things, or they might be chasing a ghost from Final Fantasy VIII that doesn't actually exist in this Belle Époque nightmare.
Let's be real. Neowiz didn't just copy-paste Squall’s weapon into the game.
The weapon everyone calls the Gunblade Lies of P
If you’ve seen footage of a P-Organ-enhanced puppet blasting enemies while swinging a curved blade, you’re looking at the Etiquette or, more likely, the Holy Sword of the Ark. Wait, no. That's not it either. The actual "Gunblade" of this game—the one that fits the mechanical soul of the genre—is the Proof of Humanity.
Or is it?
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Actually, the closest thing to a literal gunblade is the Black Steel Cutter paired with specific Legion Arms, or the Puppet String transitions. But when people search for a gunblade in this game, they are usually hunting for the Blind Man’s Double-Sided Spear or the Big Pipe Wrench... okay, I'm kidding about the wrench. Mostly. The truth is that the "gunblade" experience in Lies of P is a result of the Weapon Assembly system. It’s not a single drop. It’s a philosophy of combat.
Why the Etiquette isn't quite what you think
A lot of folks point at Etiquette, the umbrella sword you get from the Broken Puppet (or rather, by trading the Burnt-White King’s Ergo with Alidoro). It looks like a dapper accessory. It functions like a rapier. It has a shield-like parry. But does it shoot? Not really. It’s more of a defensive masterpiece than a ballistic one.
The confusion often stems from the Falcon Eyes Legion Arm. If you’re rocking a high-mobility blade like the Azure Dragon Crescent Glaive (shoutout to the Wo Long crossover) and you’re snapping off shots with the Falcon Eyes, the gameplay loop feels exactly like a gunblade. You slash. You dodge. You bang.
The actual "Gun" mechanics in Krat
In Lies of P, guns aren't primary weapons. They are tools of disruption. This is a massive distinction from Bloodborne, where the gun is your parry tool. Here, your "gun" is your left arm. If you want the gunblade Lies of P vibe, you have to lean into the Falcon Eyes Legion Arm.
This arm allows you to fire explosive projectiles. When you upgrade it fully, you can fire it mid-dodge or immediately after an attack. This creates a seamless "slash-slash-boom" cadence. It's the closest the game gets to the rhythmic trigger-pulls of traditional gunblades.
Honestly, it's better this way.
The Weapon Assembly system is where the real "mad scientist" energy lives. You can take the Military Shovel Handle—which has an incredible, lunging moveset—and slap the Greatsword of Fate blade on it. Or, if you want that mechanical, industrial feel, you use the Exploding Pickaxe head. While it doesn't fire bullets, it deals fire damage on impact, mimicking the explosive force of a shell detonating upon contact.
Breaking down the Proof of Humanity
We need to talk about the Proof of Humanity. This is a late-game Boss Weapon obtained from the soul of the Nameless Puppet. It is widely considered the "ultimate" weapon for many players. Why? Because it’s a dual-wielding set that feels incredibly modern and mechanical.
It doesn't "shoot" in the traditional sense. However, its Fable Arts—Link Slash and Grind—give it a level of aggression and "spark" that mimics the high-octane feel of a gunblade. The crit rate on this thing is insane. When you’re landing those heavy hits, the sound design alone satisfies that itch for mechanical destruction.
The misconception of the "Hidden" Gunblade
I’ve seen some "guides" claiming there’s a secret chest in the Lorenzini Arcade containing a literal revolver-sword.
Stop.
It’s fake. There is no hidden revolver-sword in the Lorenzini Arcade. There are, however, plenty of terrifying puppets that will melt your face with acid. The "gunblade" in Lies of P is a playstyle, not a single item you find in a gold box.
If you want to build one, try this:
Combine the Clock Sword Handle with the Live Puppet's Axe Blade. It looks ridiculous. It’s heavy. But the handle's Fable Art allows for a quick, retreating slash that feels like a tactical repositioning. Pair this with the Falcon Eyes arm.
- Close the gap with a dash attack.
- Trigger a light attack combo.
- Finish with the handle's Fable Art to jump back.
- While in mid-air or mid-animation, fire the Falcon Eyes.
That is the gunblade Lies of P experience. It’s a four-step dance of steel and gunpowder.
The role of P-Organ upgrades
You can’t just pick up these tools and expect them to work like a dream. You need the right P-Organ nodes. Specifically, you want Retain Guard Regain and anything that enhances Legion Magazine capacity. If your "gun" (the arm) runs out of juice after two shots, your gunblade build is just a regular sword build pretty quickly.
Also, look into the Quick Wishstone Use nodes. Using a specialized grindstone that adds Electric Blitz or Fire to your blade makes those "explosive" hits feel much more impactful.
Semantic variations: The "Shooter" builds
Some players refer to the Spear of Honor as a gunblade-adjacent weapon because of its thrusting nature and the way it can be charged. It’s a bit of a stretch, sure. But in the context of Krat’s technology, the Spear of Honor is a high-tech piece of gear.
The real experts—the ones who have cleared New Game Plus 7—usually settle on a Technique build for this kind of playstyle. Technique governs the faster weapons and the more intricate Legion Arms. If you pump points into Motivity, you’re just a guy with a big stick. If you pump points into Technique, you’re a finesse fighter who uses every tool in the bag.
Why people keep searching for this
The "gunblade" is a trope that refuses to die. From Final Fantasy to Monster Hunter’s Gunlance, gamers love the idea of "pointy thing that also goes bang." Lies of P flirts with this via the Exploding Pickaxe and the Booster Glaive Handle. The Booster Glaive handle actually has a rocket engine on the back of it!
When you charge a heavy attack with the Booster Glaive handle, the engine ignites and flings you across the arena. It’s not a gun, but it’s a combustion-powered blade. That’s arguably cooler.
Actionable Strategy for your "Gunblade" Build
If you’re starting a new run or hitting the middle of the game and want this specific vibe, follow this path.
First, get the Booster Glaive from the chest behind the Puppet of the Future in the Venigni Works. This is your engine. The handle is the star here.
Second, kill the King’s Flame, Fuoco and get the High-powered Flame Ampoule. Use the soul to get the Flamberge Legion Arm or, better yet, wait until you get the Falcon Eyes after defeating Victor.
Third, assemble a weapon using the Booster Glaive Handle and the Bone-Cutting Sawblade. The sawblade provides massive reach and "bleed" (Destruction) potential, while the handle gives you that rocket-powered mobility.
Finally, focus your P-Organ on Legion Arm refills. You want to be firing that arm constantly.
The limitation of the concept
Let’s be honest: Lies of P is a game about parrying. If you spend too much time trying to play it like a third-person shooter, you’re going to get flattened by the Laxasia the Complete. The "gun" part of your gunblade is a supplement. It’s for chip damage, for pulling aggro, or for finishing a boss whose health bar is a pixel thin.
Don't ignore the Perfect Guard. Even the coolest gunblade build in the world is useless if you can't time your blocks.
Where to go from here
To truly master the mechanical combat of Krat, you need to experiment with the Handle/Blade combinations yourself. Don't just take a YouTuber's word for it. Go to the training dummies at Hotel Krat. See how the weight affects your stamina recovery.
- Test the weight: Keep your load under 60%. If you're "Slightly Heavy," your gunblade will feel like a lead pipe.
- Upgrade the Arm: A level 1 Falcon Eyes is okay. A max-level Falcon Eyes is a hand-cannon.
- Farm the Barren Swamp: This area is great for testing high-mobility builds against tanky enemies.
The gunblade Lies of P community is constantly finding new ways to break the game’s animation priority. Join the hunt, but keep your expectations grounded in the game's actual mechanics. It's a game of clockwork and oil, not just magic bullets.
Focus on the Booster Glaive Handle and the Falcon Eyes combo. It’s the most authentic way to play. Get out there and turn those puppets into scrap metal.
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