I’ll never forget the first time I encountered Homo Fulquilo. There I was, feeling invincible after clearing Cathedral Ward, when this nightmare-fuel monstrosity dropped from the ceiling like some Lovecraftian spider-monkey hybrid.
“Okay,” I thought, cracking my knuckles, “how bad could it be?”
Thirty seconds later, my Hunter was a bloody smear on the cobblestones, and I was staring at the “YOU DIED” screen with my mouth hanging open.
What followed was three days of agony, 47 soul-crushing defeats, and one nearly-broken controller. But when I finally landed that killing blow? Sweetest. Victory. Ever.
Here’s everything I learned about how to beat Homo Fulquilo – the hard way, so you don’t have to.
Why Homo Fulquilo is the Ultimate Skill Check
Before we get to the strategy, let’s talk about why this boss is such a roadblock:
- Lightning-fast attacks that punish button mashers
- Deceptive reach – that lunge covers half the arena
- Two devastating phases that require completely different approaches
- That %#&!ing scream that still haunts my dreams
The first 20 times I fought them, I tried brute forcing it with Ludwig’s Holy Blade. Big mistake. Homo Fulquilo isn’t just hard – they’re designed to expose every weakness in your playstyle.
The Breakdown: How to Actually Beat Homo Fulquilo
After analyzing all my deaths (yes, I kept notes), here’s the foolproof strategy:
Phase 1: The Dance of Death
This is where most players panic. Don’t.
- Movement is life – Never stop circling to their left (your right)
- Dodge timing – Roll just as they raise their arm for attacks
- Punish windows – After their 3-hit combo, you get exactly:
- 2 quick attacks with a fast weapon
- 1 charged R2 with a heavy weapon
- Never get greedy – I lost count of how many times I died going for that third hit
Pro Tip: If you’re using the Saw Cleaver, the transformed R1 combo can stagger them unexpectedly.
Phase 2: When the Real Fight Begins
At 60% health, they’ll screech and the fight changes completely:
- New moveset with AoE ground slams
- Projectile spit that applies slow poison
- Insane aggression that feels downright unfair
Here’s how to survive:
- Use the environment – The broken pillars block projectiles
- Bait the leap attack – Backpedal to mid-range, then roll forward as they jump
- Fire Paper works wonders – Their fur is surprisingly flammable
- Save your bullets – A well-timed pistol shot can interrupt their nastiest attacks
Loadout Recommendations That Actually Work
Through trial and (mostly) error, I found these to be most effective:
Weapons
Saw Cleaver (transformed mode)
Threaded Cane (for safe spacing)
Hunter Axe (if you can time charged R2s)
Ludwig’s Holy Blade (too slow)
Kirkhammer (you’ll get punished)
Gear
- Henryk’s Set for bolt resistance
- Ashen Hunter Set if you prefer mobility
Consumables
- 3+ Fire Paper
- 10+ Blood Vials (you’ll need them)
- Antidotes (for Phase 2)
Advanced Tactics for Gluttons for Punishment
For my fellow masochists doing challenge runs:
- BL4 (Blood Level 4) viable? Yes, but prepare for pain
- No-hit strategy: Stick to 1 attack per opening
- Parry timing: Risky but possible on their overhead slash
The Mindset That Wins the Fight
After all those attempts, I realized something crucial: Homo Fulquilo isn’t just testing your skills – they’re testing your patience.
Every time I lost was because:
- I got greedy with attacks
- I panicked and spammed dodge
- I tried to heal at the wrong time
The winning strategy? Breathe. Watch. Wait for your moment.
FAQs:
How do you beat Homo Fulquilo?
Master Phase 1 dodges, use the environment in Phase 2, and never get greedy with attacks.
What’s their biggest weakness?
Fire damage and patience. Rushing equals death.
Is there a cheese strategy?
You can use the pillars to block projectiles, but there’s no true cheese.
How does this compare to Homo Penta?
Penta is slower but hits harder. Fulquilo is all about speed and aggression.
