Boss Guides
The Gold-Masked One: the Long Pillar counter challenge
Based on media playthroughs of the retail game; not tested by this site. Versions may differ.
Information checked:
The key point
Respond to red and blue cues to deplete Sha-Chi, then attack during openings or a break; the first challenge rewards Counterstrike Bracers.
The challenge rule
The Gold-Masked One appears in the Long Pillar challenges of Bloodline Awakening. PC Gamer reports that in the first fight attacks deal damage only briefly after a successful parry or perfect dodge, or while the opponent's Sha-Chi is broken.
Section sources: PC Gamer: The Gold-Masked One guide
A repeatable approach
Read the cues: practice a perfect parry against blue attacks and a perfect dodge against red attacks. Follow the successful defense with attacks to wear down Sha-Chi. When it breaks, use the opening, then repeat.
Swinging continuously outside those openings will not bypass the challenge rule. Upgrade a weapon and equip useful accessories; the report suggests returning later if the early attempt is too demanding.
Section sources: PC Gamer: The Gold-Masked One guide
Result
PC Gamer reports Counterstrike Bracers as the first challenge reward, boosting damage briefly after a parry. The next Long Pillar challenge is in Crimson Forest. Check in-game text for exact values and later challenge rules.
Section sources: PC Gamer: The Gold-Masked One guide
Sources
Sources checked through:
- PC Gamer: The Gold-Masked One guide www.pcgamer.com · Checked: 2026-10-29