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How to Beat Grim Matchstick: Fiery Frolic
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How to Beat Grim Matchstick: Fiery Frolic

Learn how to defeat Grim Matchstick in Cuphead's Fiery Frolic level. Get strategies, tips, and tricks to overcome this challenging boss and progress in the game.

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Learn how to defeat Grim Matchstick in Cuphead's Fiery Frolic level. Get strategies, tips, and tricks to overcome this challenging boss and progress in the game.

Stats / Weaknesses:

  • Grim Matchstick has three phases.
  • Weaknesses are not explicitly stated, but consistent damage is key.

Phases:

  1. Phase 1: Grim Matchstick shoots fireballs, summons flames from the ground, and launches a stream of fire. Dodge by jumping and dashing.
  2. Phase 2: Grim Matchstick transforms into a dragon, spitting fireballs and charging across the screen. Use the platforms to your advantage and focus on hitting his head.
  3. Phase 3: Grim Matchstick splits into three smaller heads, each firing projectiles. Prioritize dodging and hitting the heads when possible.

Strategy:

  • Use the Peashooter or Spread shot for consistent damage.
  • Focus on dodging rather than attacking in the early phases.
  • In Phase 2, aim for the dragon's head.
  • In Phase 3, try to hit all three heads simultaneously if possible, or focus on one at a time.
  • Be patient and learn his attack patterns.

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