Sakuko-Like Entity is a boss you will encounter during the early stages of Silent Hill F. Read this article to learn how to defeat it.

Even though players encounter Ara-abare first, Sakuko-Like Entity is considered the true first boss encounter in Silent Hill F. Silent Hill F heavily focuses on Japanese culture, and many bosses take inspiration from Japanese folklore. Sakuko-Like Entity is a demon dressed as a shrine maiden, and in this article, we will help you defeat this boss easily.
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How To Find Sakuko-Like Entity in Silent Hill F
You will encounter Sakuko-Like Entity at the Dark Shrine during Chapter 4. This boss resembles Hinako’s friend, Sakuko, hence the name. In order to get to this boss, you have to complete the Scarecrow Field Puzzle and head to Rinko’s house.
How To Beat Sakuko-Like Entity in Silent Hill F

This boss uses a mace laced with spikes to hurt Hinako. You need perfect positioning to avoid damage and defeat this boss. Moreover, the boss also has a chain in its left hand, and Sakuko-Like Entity can chain combos that you need to dodge or counter accordingly. Additionally, this boss has a second phase that hinders Hinako’s vision. Try to stop the boss from using its bell, and if you are successful, you will get the Sound of Silence achievement.
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Moveset of Sakuko-Like Entity
- Mace Swing: Sakuko launches its mace as a ranged attack.
- Mace Slam: Sakuko uses its mace to deliver an overhead slam. This move can be countered with perfect timing.
- Grab: The boss initiates a slow grab, dealing considerable damage.
- Mace Combo: Sakuko uses its mace to perform a three-move combo.
- Bell Charge: The boss teleports away from Hinako to charge its Bell attack. This can be interrupted.
- Sickle and Mace Combo: Sakuko uses both its weapons to unleash a powerful combo.
Tips for Defeating Sakuko-Like Entity in Silent Hill F

- The first is to learn and understand the range of its attacks. However, one of its attacks can hit even if you are far away. In this situation, dodge the attacks and get ready for a counter.
- Whenever Sakuko teleports away to charge its bell, run to its location and interrupt the ritual to avoid any fatal damage. Moreover, if you manage to dodge the bell attacks, you will get an achievement.
- Sakuko can grab you, but if you have the timing right, you can dodge it pretty easily.
- Once you deplete the boss’s health to a certain point, the second phase will start. During this phase, the boss arena will darken, making it difficult for you to move. Try to keep an eye on the boss for better understanding.
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