So you’ve started WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers and run straight into a wall. A giant, deadly boss wall. Many players are asking the same thing: are you even supposed to win this fight? Let’s break down the truth about this challenging first encounter.
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❓ The Big Question: Is It a Scripted Death?
You encounter the first boss, you die, and the game moves on. You can’t immediately retry. This feels like a “mandatory death” boss, a common feature in Souls-like games. The community has compared it to the infamous first encounter with Seath the Scaleless in Dark Souls.
For most players, yes, this is the intended outcome. The game expects you to lose this fight to move the story forward.
⚔️ So, Can You Actually Win?
Yes. It is possible to defeat the first boss. But it is incredibly difficult. You need to learn its attack patterns almost instantly and play perfectly. It is not something most players will achieve on their first try.
🏆 What’s the Reward for Winning?
If you manage to pull off this massive feat, what do you get? According to players who have done it, the reward is minimal. You receive 5 extra skill points to start your game with. A small boost for a huge effort.
💀 What Happens if You Lose?
This is the normal path. You are defeated, and the story progresses. Don’t worry, you haven’t failed. A chance to face the boss properly will come up “way later down the line” in the game. You don’t lose anything important by dying here.
Verdict: Should You Bother?
- For most players: No. The reward is not worth the frustration. Accept the scripted death, enjoy the story, and wait for your real chance at revenge later.
- For hardcore players & NG+: If you love a serious challenge, go for it. It’s a true test of skill, and those 5 extra points can give you a slight edge at the very beginning.
Summary
The first boss in WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is designed as an “unwinnable” fight for the average player. While it is technically possible to defeat it for a small reward of 5 skill points, the intended path is for the player to lose. Dying progresses the story, and you will get a chance for a proper rematch much later in the game. So, don’t waste your time trying to win unless you are specifically looking for a hardcore challenge.
