WE DEFEATED the Folding Screen Monkeys

Okay, so let's talk about the Folding Screen Monkeys in SEKIRO SHADOWS DIE TWICE! When I first encountered this boss fight, I was utterly stumped. It’s not your typical Sekiro showdown; it’s more of a puzzle, a test of stealth and environmental awareness than pure combat skill. If you're feeling frustrated, believe me, you're not alone! I spent a good while running around that Illusion Hall before I finally figured out a solid strategy. The key to beating these elusive monkeys is understanding that each one needs a slightly different approach. There are four monkeys, and getting them all can feel like a game of cat and mouse, but once you know their tricks, it becomes much more manageable. First, let's locate them. The Invisible Monkey (the one that doesn't render until you hit it) is often the trickiest. My best advice for this one is to just sprint around the map, swinging your sword wildly until you connect. Alternatively, you can use Shurikens in the general direction you hear rustling. A more strategic approach, if you have it, is the Puppeteer Ninjutsu. If you can get a sneak attack on one of the smaller, regular monkeys in the area, puppet it, and it will often lead you straight to the Invisible one. Look for subtle splashes in the water or footsteps in the tall grass. Next up, the Seeing Monkey in the green robe. This guy is always watching you, making direct stealth difficult. My go-to method for this one was to lure it into the strong wind room, the one with the broken wall and a draft. Hide behind the pillar, wait for it to approach, and then go for the stealth deathblow. It can be a little finicky, but patience pays off. Another option is to simply run past it and use the environment to break its line of sight, then circle back for a quick stealth kill. Then there's the Speaking Monkey in the red robe. This one loves to make noise and draw attention, often sitting on a high perch. The easiest way I found to deal with this monkey is by using the large bell in the center of the area. Ringing it will stun this particular monkey, making it vulnerable to a stealth deathblow. Just make sure you're positioned well beforehand, perhaps grappling to a higher branch, so you can drop down swiftly after ringing the bell. Finally, the Hearing Monkey in the purple robe. This monkey reacts to sound, so being quiet around it is crucial. This one often hangs out in the trees or on the rooftops. My strategy involved grappling around the trees, listening carefully for its distinct chirps. Once you pinpoint its general location, try to get above it and drop down for a deathblow. If you're struggling to get the drop on it, sometimes baiting it to a lower platform and running away until it loses track, then circling back, works wonders. Here are a few extra tips that made a huge difference for me: Gachiin's Sugar: These are your best friends here. They significantly reduce your presence, making stealth much easier. I always popped one at the start of the fight. Patience: This isn't a race. Take your time, observe the monkeys' patterns, and don't rush. Rushing often leads to mistakes and having to restart. Environmental Awareness: Use the bells, the strong winds, and the tall grass to your advantage. The game provides these tools for a reason! Don't engage directly: While you can fight them, it’s inefficient and often leads to them teleporting away. Stealth deathblows are the intended method. After a few tries, using these methods, I finally managed to take down all four, and the feeling of accomplishment tackling this unique boss in SEKIRO SHADOWS DIE TWICE was immense. You've got this!