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11Overview33Awakened Lucian Bastier is the transformed second form of Lucian Bastierencountered during the A Fleeting Dream quest at the conclusion of Chapter 8: Blood Coronation. After depleting his first health bar, Lucian consumes a cryptic Abyss artifact that he has kept hidden, unleashing a fiendish transformation feared across Demeniss. Him as the entity "feared by many," summoned through the cryptic powers of the Abyss.55This phase of the fight is widely regarded as one of the most brutal encounters in the entire Crimson Desert campaign. Players are forced to fight as Damiane rather than Kliffwho is injured and unavailable. Awakened Lucian abandons his shield and mace entirely, replacing them with raw supernatural power. He teleports constantly, summons invulnerable shadow demons, creates spectral copies of himself, and chains attacks with terrifying speed. The fight becomes a grueling endurance test where survival matters more than offense.77Many players consider this the hardest mandatory boss fight in the campaign because of the forced character switch combined with the relentless aggression of the Awakened form. Where Phase 1 rewards careful positioning and timed counters, Phase 2 demands constant evasion, patient resource management, and the discipline to attack only during brief vulnerability windows.99Boss Information1111AttributeDetailsNameAwakened Lucian BastierBoss Number#13 (Phase 2) in the campaign boss orderLocationTower in the eastern part of Demeniss (Spire of Clockwork)ChapterChapter 8: Blood Coronation (Sub-chapter: Traitor)QuestA Fleeting DreamPlayable CharacterDamiane (forced, cannot switch)Health Bars1 (second health bar of the two-phase encounter)Boss TypeMandatory story bossDifficultyVery HighDamage TypeSupernatural / Abyss-infused meleePhase 1See Lucian Bastier for the armored knight phase1313Lore and Story Context1414Lucian Bastier is known as Caliburn's harbinger of doom. He leads the Righteous Inquisitors, an army that has oppressed the weak and crushed anyone who opposes their cause. During the events of Chapter 8Naira identifies Bastier's location in a tower to the east of Demeniss. The narrative frames this confrontation as an act of justice: "Blood must be repaid with blood."1616When Lucian's first health bar is depleted and he faces defeat, he refuses to submit. Instead, he produces a hidden Abyss artifact and consumes it, triggering a horrifying transformation. The Awakened form represents the Abyss's corruption made physical. Lucian's human frame warps into something monstrous, and his fighting style changes completely. Where the armored knight relied on disciplined swordsmanship and a heavy shield, the Awakened form channels raw supernatural fury through teleportation, shadow magic, and summoned spectral entities.1818This transformation is a pivotal story moment in Chapter 8. It demonstrates that the Abyss is not merely a source of power for artifacts and enchantments but something capable of completely overtaking a person. Lucian's willingness to consume the artifact rather than accept defeat reveals the depth of his fanaticism and the lengths to which Caliburn's agents will go to maintain their grip on power.2020Bastier's Conspiracy and Position2222Bastier serves as the Grand General of Demeniss under Duke Caliburn, and is the figurehead of the conspiracy that drives the events from the prologue through Chapter 8. Documents recovered from Windmere Manor lay out the plot step by step: secure Pailune by using the Jackals to kill Jian and allow the Black Bears to traffic Pailune slaves; sow chaos in Hannan by corrupting Walter Lanford, the adopted son of Marquis Stefan Lanford, and pushing him toward forming the Bleed Bandits; and seize Calphade Castle by corrupting Cassius Morten. Succeeding on all three fronts would have handed Demeniss leadership over Pailune and Hannan in a single coordinated move.2424Bastier is also tied to the Blood Coronation itself. Memory fragments show that Bastier was among the co-conspirators from House Byron and House Marcel who planned the slaughter alongside Caliburn, and he personally hunted down nobles in the aftermath. The Beatrice Azarian case is direct: Bastier had her captured and imprisoned in the Demenissian cells for her investigation into Caliburn's affairs, which is why Damiane carries personal vengeance into the Chapter 8 fight rather than fighting on Kliff's behalf.2626The Chosen One Reveal2828The transformation cutscene that triggers Phase 2 contains the line "Behold, I am his chosen one." The wording is deliberately ambiguous in delivery, but the surrounding lore points in two directions. From Bastier's own perspective the line refers to Duke Caliburn, the lord whose conspiracy he serves. From the wider lore lens, however, the artifact he consumes draws its power from the same source as Caliburn's corruption: Umbra, the consciousness of the Abyss itself. Bastier is one of several regional commanders in the late game who become Umbra's effective extensions without ever understanding the chain above their immediate liege.3030The on-screen exchange is brief, but it is the strongest single piece of dialogue in Chapter 8 tying the political conspiracy to the Abyss arc. Lucian, loyal to the end, refuses to be captured after the Awakened form is defeated, ensuring Damiane never gets the chance to extract further information about Caliburn's plans.3232The Transformation3434The transition from Phase 1 to Phase 2 occurs through a cutscene after Lucian's first health bar is fully depleted. He staggers, reaches into his armor, and pulls out a small glowing artifact. Without hesitation, he crushes it and absorbs its contents. His body convulses, his armor cracks and falls away, and a dark energy envelops him. When the transformation completes, Lucian is no longer recognizable as the armored knight from Phase 1.3636The Awakened form is larger and more bestial. His attacks no longer rely on a weapon or shield. Instead, he channels Abyss energy directly, striking with supernatural speed and summoning entities from the shadows. The arena itself feels different during this phase: the lighting darkens, shadow effects fill the space, and the overall atmosphere becomes significantly more oppressive.3838Attack Patterns4040Awakened Lucian Bastier has four primary attack patterns. Unlike the methodical, predictable patterns of Phase 1, these attacks are fast, unpredictable, and designed to overwhelm the player. The key challenge is that almost every attack has minimal wind-up, making reactive dodging far more difficult than in the first phase.4242AttackDescriptionHow to CounterTeleportation StrikesAwakened Bastier constantly teleports around the arena, appearing at unpredictable positions. He often teleports behind the player and immediately launches a fast combo. His main sequence is a forward lunge, followed by a teleport, a strike, and then another teleport strike. These chains are extremely fast.Do not chase him when he teleports. Instead, hold your position and prepare to dodge the moment he reappears. Dodge sideways (never backward) as soon as you see his silhouette materialize. After his teleport combo finishes, he briefly stands still, which is your damage window.Shadow Demon SummonsBastier summons multiple spectral shadow demons that swarm the player. These demons cannot be damaged or killed by any means. They attack independently with slashing strikes from multiple angles and persist for several seconds before despawning on their own.Stop all offensive actions immediately when shadow demons appear. Focus entirely on dodging. Spam the dodge button and move in wide circles around the arena. Do not attempt to attack Bastier or the demons during this phase. Wait for the demons to fade, then re-engage.Rapid AssaultA devastating sequence of extremely fast melee strikes with almost no wind-up animation. Awakened Bastier chains these hits so rapidly that blocking or countering mid-sequence is nearly impossible. He can string together unexpected fast attacks when you are at close range.Maintain maximum distance whenever possible. When he begins a rapid assault chain, dodge away repeatedly until the chain ends. Do not attempt to trade hits during this attack. Only approach for counterattacks after the full chain completes and he pauses.Spectral CopiesBastier creates multiple illusory copies of himself. These copies attack simultaneously from different angles, slamming the ground around the player. The copies cannot be damaged and will eventually fade on their own.Focus purely on evasion when copies appear. Do not waste abilities or attacks on the copies. Circle the arena with sustained dodge rolls until all copies dissipate. After they vanish, the real Bastier typically pauses briefly, creating a punish window.4444Detailed Strategy4545Core Gameplan4747Phase 2 is an endurance fight. The winning approach revolves around a simple damage cycle: wait for a vulnerability window, execute a quick combo using Blinding Flash to stun, land a few basic attacks, finish with Smiting Bolt (Damiane's Right Trigger ability), and then immediately disengage. Repeat this cycle patiently. Each clean rotation chips away at Awakened Lucian's health bar reliably without exposing you to unnecessary risk.4949Resist the urge to rush damage. Extended engagements at close range are extremely dangerous because of his rapid assault chains and teleportation counterstrikes. One or two extra hits are never worth the risk of getting caught in a combo that drains half your health bar. Discipline and patience are the keys to victory.5151Dealing with Teleportation5353Awakened Lucian's constant teleportation is the most frustrating mechanic in the fight. He warps away after taking only a few hits, making sustained combos almost impossible. Do not chase him. Running after him wastes stamina and often puts you in a poor position when he reappears. Instead, hold your ground, keep your camera moving to track his position, and prepare to dodge when he materializes nearby. His post-teleport attacks come quickly, so always assume he will strike immediately after reappearing.5555Surviving Shadow Demons5757When Bastier summons shadow demons, treat it as a purely defensive phase. The demons swarm from multiple directions and cannot be killed. Trying to attack Bastier while demons are active is one of the fastest ways to die in this fight. Instead, create distance, dodge in wide arcs, and wait for the demons to despawn. Once they fade, Bastier typically stands still for a moment, creating the single best damage opportunity in the entire phase. Be ready to capitalize on this window with the Blinding Flash into Smiting Bolt combo.5959Avoiding the Pistol6161Do not use Damiane's pistol against Awakened Bastier. He dodges every single bullet, making the pistol completely ineffective in this phase. Firing the pistol wastes time, locks you into an animation, and accomplishes nothing. Stick exclusively to melee combos and abilities throughout Phase 2.6363Pillar Exploit (Cheese Strategy)6565Some players have discovered that jumping onto the pillar on the left-hand side of the arena can create a positional advantage. From elevated positions, Lucian struggles to connect with his melee attacks. Players can use Shield Throw (R3) repeatedly from this vantage point to chip away at his health safely. While not the intended way to fight the boss, this positioning exploit can trivialize the encounter for players who are struggling with the standard approach.6767Additionally, moving out of the arena or going down the stairs can cause Awakened Lucian to lose track of the player. He rarely follows players down the stairs, which creates another exploitable safe zone for healing and recovering stamina before re-engaging.6969Recommended Gear7171Since this fight forces the player to control Damiane, gear options are limited to what she has available. The choice of weapon and armor preparation before entering the fight has a significant impact on difficulty.7373SlotRecommendationNotesWeaponGolden Vanguard (two-handed spear)Obtained from Boss #11 (Gregor, the Halberd of Carnage). Fast attacks, long reach, more damage than the rapier, and effective at breaking guards. The reach advantage is critical for landing hits during brief vulnerability windows.Armor (Chest)Tier 4 Demenissian UniformUpgrade Damiane's starting armor by 1-2 levels before this fight. Even minor upgrades significantly improve survivability against Awakened Bastier's rapid attacks.Armor (Boots)Tier 4 Demenissian Uniform BootsMatch the chest piece for consistent defense across all slots.Armor (Gloves)Tier 4 Demenissian Uniform GlovesPrioritize defense over offensive stats for this encounter.CloakTier 4 Demenissian Uniform CloakAdditional defense layer that helps absorb chip damage from shadow demons.ShieldTier 4 Demenissian Gold-Decorated ShieldWhile blocking is less reliable in Phase 2, the passive defense stats still contribute.AccessoriesFlower Petal EarringTier 3 Ancient EarringEquip all jewelry slots (earrings, rings, necklace) for maximum stat bonuses.7575Abyss Core Setup7676Optimizing your Abyss Cores (enchantments) before the fight provides meaningful stat boosts. The following setup is recommended for maximizing survivability and damage output during the Awakened phase:7878SlotRecommended CoresReasoningWeaponResource Recovery On Kill, Attack 2Wind SlashResource Recovery helps sustain health during the few moments when you can land killing blows on summoned entities (if any become vulnerable). Attack 2 boosts overall damage. Wind Slash adds supplemental damage to combos.Chest ArmorHealth +1Stamina +1, Damage Reduction 2.0Health and Stamina increases directly improve endurance during the long fight. Damage Reduction 2.0 mitigates the chip damage from shadow demons and rapid assault chains.8080Consumables8181Food and healing items are the single most important preparation factor for this fight. The two-phase encounter with limited healing breaks means you need an enormous supply of consumables. Underpreparing on food is the most common reason players fail this fight.8383ItemEffectPriorityGrilled MeatReliable HP restoration, affordable, and quick to consumeEssential. Bring 100 or more. This is your primary healing source throughout both phases.Hearty Meat SkewersHigher HP restoration than Grilled MeatHigh. Supplement your Grilled Meat supply with as many skewers as you can afford.Chewy Rice CakesModerate HP restoration with fast consumption animationMedium. Useful as a quick heal during brief safe windows between teleport chains.Meat PorridgeSustained HP regeneration over timeMedium. Best used during demon summon phases when you are purely dodging and not taking sustained hits.Palmar PillsAllows revival if defeated during the battleHigh. A safety net that effectively gives you an extra life. Bring at least one.Purchased ProvisionsVarious healing effects from merchant food stallsLow. Buy any additional food items from merchants as backup. Every extra healing source helps.8585Save the majority of your food for Phase 2. Phase 1 is more predictable and allows for cleaner damage windows, meaning you should take less damage overall. Entering the Awakened phase with a nearly full food supply gives you the best chance of surviving the endurance test.8686Damiane's Key Abilities8888Since this fight forces the use of Damianeunderstanding her kit is essential. Players who have spent the majority of the game as Kliff may be unfamiliar with her moveset, which plays quite differently. Damiane is faster and more evasion-oriented than Kliff, which actually suits the Awakened Bastier fight well.9090AbilityInputEffectBlinding FlashRB + LBA burst of light that stuns Awakened Bastier briefly. Time it precisely when he is about to attack or when he stands still after a teleport chain. This is your primary setup ability for every damage combo.Smiting Bolt (Level 3)R2 (Right Trigger)Calls down a spear of light that damages enemies. Cannot miss and can be spammed at the cost of Stamina. Use it as a finisher after Blinding Flash and basic attacks. The guaranteed hit property makes it invaluable against a teleporting boss.Shield ThrowR3Throws a shield that strikes enemies at range. Useful for chip damage when you cannot safely close the distance. Also the primary tool for the pillar cheese strategy.DodgeB / CircleDamiane can dodge repeatedly without exhausting her stamina as quickly as Kliff. This is her greatest advantage in the fight. Spam dodges during shadow demon phases and rapid assault chains.9292Common Mistakes9393Dodging backward. Backward dodges keep you in the path of Awakened Bastier's forward-tracking attacks. Always dodge sideways in a wide circle around him. Lateral movement is the only consistently safe evasion direction.Attacking during shadow demon summons. Shadow demons cannot be damaged. Trying to fight through them or attack Bastier while they swarm you leads to rapid health loss. Wait for them to despawn before re-engaging.Chasing after teleports. Running toward where Bastier teleported wastes stamina and puts you in poor positioning. Stay still, keep your camera rotating, and react when he reappears.Using the pistol. Awakened Bastier dodges every bullet. The pistol is a complete waste of time and animation lock in Phase 2.Burning food in Phase 1. Phase 1 is more manageable and should consume fewer healing items. Enter Phase 2 with as much food as possible. The Awakened phase demands far more healing resources.Overcommitting to combos. Landing one or two extra hits is never worth getting caught in a rapid assault chain. Execute short, safe combos (Blinding Flash, a few hits, Smiting Bolt) and disengage immediately.Neglecting Damiane's gear. Some players arrive at this fight without upgrading Damiane's armor at all. Even 1-2 refinement levels on her starting armor make a noticeable difference in damage taken per hit.9595Combat Stats9797The following are this boss’s numerical stats. As an Elite Boss, Awakened Lucian Bastier has 1,546 HP, placing him among the tougher mandatory story bosses in the campaign. His Attack value of 189 is notably high. This reflects the relentless pressure he applies during the Awakened phase. His Knockout threshold of 750 means players need sustained staggers or well-timed interrupts to break his attack chains.9999StatValueBoss TypeElite BossHealth1,546Attack189Defense100Stamina100Knockout750101101Equipment and Skills102102Although Awakened Lucian's transformation strips away the visual appearance of his armored knight form, the game database still records a full set of equipment under his entry. These items are designated as Bastier's Plate gear and cover all five armor slots. They are not obtainable by players through normal means; they exist in the database as part of his internal character definition rather than as loot drops.104104SlotItemHeadBastier's Plate HelmUpperbodyBastier's Plate ArmorCloakBastier's Plate CloakHandBastier's Plate GlovesFootBastier's Plate Boots106106Awakened Lucian Bastier has two passive skills that govern his combat behavior. Boss Large Human is the AI archetype passive shared by all large humanoid boss encounters in the game. It controls his movement speed scaling, his resistance profile against certain player abilities, and his general threat assessment logic. Skill Bastier Buff is a unique passive specific to Lucian. It activates during the Awakened phase and is responsible for his dramatically increased attack speed and the supernatural enhancements to his strike chains. Both passives are classified as non-interruptible and cannot be dispelled by any player action.107107SkillTypeBoss Large HumanPassiveSkill Bastier BuffPassive109109Rewards110110Defeating Awakened Lucian Bastier completes the A Fleeting Dream quest and concludes Chapter 8: Blood Coronation. The following items are awarded upon victory:112112RewardTypeDetailsOfficial Knight's Plate ArmorArmor (Chest)A high-tier chest piece suitable for knight-class builds.Official Knight's Leather BootsArmor (Feet)Leather boots with solid defensive stats.Official Knight's Leather GlovesArmor (Hands)Lightweight gloves balancing defense and dexterity.Official Knight's Plate GlovesArmor (Hands)A heavier gauntlet option for players prioritizing protection.Spire of Clockwork KeyKey ItemA story progression item required to advance past Chapter 8. Opens the way forward in the narrative.114114After the fight, the story transitions back to Kliff as the playable character. The events of Chapter 8 set the stage for the escalating conflicts in Chapter 9 and beyond, as the full extent of the Abyss's influence on Caliburn's leadership becomes clear.115115Difficulty Comparison117117Awakened Lucian Bastier is frequently cited as one of the hardest mandatory bosses in the campaign. The forced character switch to Damiane is the primary source of difficulty. Players who have invested dozens of hours building Kliff's stats, gear, and skill tree suddenly find themselves controlling a character with potentially unupgraded equipment and an unfamiliar moveset.119119The boss's constant teleportation makes him different from every prior encounter in the campaign. Most earlier bosses reward learning specific attack windows and punishing them with calculated aggression. Awakened Bastier instead demands defensive mastery and the patience to accept long stretches where no offense is possible. Players accustomed to aggressive playstyles often struggle more than those who favor defensive, reactive combat.121121For context, the Matthias fight in Chapter 2 is considered the easiest boss in the game, while encounters like Hexe Marie and the Taming Dragon present different kinds of challenge. Awakened Bastier's difficulty is unique because it tests both character preparedness (did you upgrade Damiane?) and player adaptability (can you fight effectively with a character you barely know?).123123Preparation Checklist125125Before entering Chapter 8's final quest, make sure you have completed the following preparations. Addressing these items before the fight significantly reduces the difficulty.127127Upgrade Damiane's armor by at least 1-2 refinement levels. Visit a blacksmith before the quest.Equip the Golden Vanguard spear if you have defeated Gregor (Boss #11). Its reach and speed are ideal for this fight.Stock 100+ Grilled Meat and supplement with Hearty Meat SkewersChewy Rice Cakesand Meat Porridge.Bring Palmar Pills for a revival safety net in case Phase 2 overwhelms you.Set up Abyss Cores focused on HealthStaminaDamage Reduction (armor) and Attack, Resource Recovery (weapon).Equip all accessory slots on Damiane (earrings, rings, necklace) for maximum stat bonuses.Practice Damiane's dodge timing in Chapter 7. Spending time with her moveset before the forced fight makes a significant difference.Learn the Blinding Flash timing. This ability is the cornerstone of every safe damage combo in both phases.128+Upgrade Damiane's armor by at least 1-2 refinement levels. Visit a blacksmith before the quest.Equip the Golden Vanguard spear if you have defeated Gregor (Boss #11). Its reach and speed are ideal for this fight.Stock 100+ Grilled Meat and supplement with Hearty Meat Skewers Chewy Rice Cakesand Meat Porridge.Bring Palmar Pills for a revival safety net in case Phase 2 overwhelms you.Set up Abyss Cores focused on Health StaminaDamage Reduction (armor) and Attack, Resource Recovery (weapon).Equip all accessory slots on Damiane (earrings, rings, necklace) for maximum stat bonuses.Practice Damiane's dodge timing in Chapter 7. Spending time with her moveset before the forced fight makes a significant difference.Learn the Blinding Flash timing. This ability is the cornerstone of every safe damage combo in both phases.129129Tips131131Always dodge sideways in wide circles. Backward dodges are dangerous against both Phase 1 fire trails and Phase 2 teleport strikes.Blinding Flash followed by Smiting Bolt is the safest damage combo in both phases. Learn the timing and repeat it consistently.Stop all offense when shadow demons appear. Prioritize survival until they despawn, then capitalize on the brief window when Bastier stands still.The Golden Vanguard's reach advantage lets you land hits from outside Bastier's counter-attack range. Use it.If you run out of food mid-fight, consider resetting and restocking. Attempting Phase 2 without adequate healing is extremely punishing.Patience wins this fight. Each safe combo cycle deals meaningful damage. Rushing leads to getting caught in rapid assault chains that can end the fight instantly.If you are completely stuck, try the pillar exploit on the left side of the arena. It is not elegant, but it works.Spend time with Damiane during Chapter 7 side content. Familiarity with her dodge speed and ability timings makes the forced fight dramatically easier.133133Patch History135135Patch 1.07.00137137Patch 1.07.00 included a targeted fix to Awakened Lucian Bastier's attack patterns. Certain attack patterns in the Awakened phase involved excessive gliding, the boss would slide unnaturally far across the arena mid-combo, making the relevant patterns harder to read and dodge consistently. The patch corrected the glide distance so that those attacks now land at the intended range.139139This is the only post-launch combat change recorded for the encounter to date. The Phase 1 armored knight fight, the Damiane-only Phase 2 entry condition, and the Spire of Clockwork Key reward chain are unchanged.141141Trivia143143Awakened Lucian Bastier is one of only a few mandatory bosses that force the player to use a specific character other than Kliff.The community wiki lists Awakened Lucian Bastier as a separate boss entry from the normal Lucian Bastier, despite both being fought sequentially in the same quest.The fight takes place in the Spire of Clockworka tower in eastern Demeniss. The Spire of Clockwork Key dropped upon victory unlocks further narrative content.Lucian's Awakened form ties into the broader Abyss corruption theme that runs through the Crimson Desert story. Other characters and bosses also demonstrate the dangers of Abyss artifactsbut Lucian's transformation is one of the most dramatic examples.The Demeniss region is described as the political and military center of Pywel. Lucian Bastier's role as Caliburn's harbinger of doom connects to the faction's broader ambitions of control.145145See Also147147Lucian Bastier (Phase 1 armored knight form)Boss Battles (full list of boss encounters)Bosses (complete boss roster)Damiane (playable character for this fight)Blinding Flash (key ability for this encounter)Smiting Bolt (key ability for this encounter)Golden Vanguard (recommended weapon)Abyss (the corruption that powers the transformation)A Fleeting Dream (quest walkthrough)Blood Coronation (Chapter 8 overview)149149Database Stats151151Combat attributes recorded in the game database for Awakened Lucian Bastier.153153StatValueHP1,083Attack68Defense10Stamina100Knockout500Fatal5
