Defeat Schism in Silent Hill: Homecoming

Q: How to beat a Schism in Silent Hill: Homecoming?

Schisms are tough enemies with sharp appendages. They are weak to shotguns, especially the Bluesteel Shotgun. Dodge their attacks precisely and use counter-attacks to create openings for finishers.

Q: What is the weakness of a Schism?

Schisms are tough enemies with sharp appendages. They are weak to shotguns, especially the Bluesteel Shotgun. Dodge their attacks precisely and use counter-attacks to create openings for finishers.

Q: How to dodge Schism attacks?

Schisms are tough enemies with sharp appendages. They are weak to shotguns, especially the Bluesteel Shotgun. Dodge their attacks precisely and use counter-attacks to create openings for finishers.

Q: What weapons are effective against Schism?

Schisms are tough enemies with sharp appendages. They are weak to shotguns, especially the Bluesteel Shotgun. Dodge their attacks precisely and use counter-attacks to create openings for finishers.

Q: How to perform a finisher on a Schism?

Schisms are tough enemies with sharp appendages. They are weak to shotguns, especially the Bluesteel Shotgun. Dodge their attacks precisely and use counter-attacks to create openings for finishers.

AntMag.NET

Walkthrough

1
Schisms have sharp appendages, a blade-like head, and sharp fingers. They are dangerous in packs; try to separate them or run.
2
Weakness: Schisms are very weak to shotgun blasts. A normal shotgun blast deals significant damage, and a Bluesteel Shotgun blast can kill them in one shot on Normal difficulty.
3
Ammo Conservation: Early in the game, shoot a Schism with a shotgun to knock it down, then finish it with a handgun or melee weapon while it's on the ground.
4
Melee Combat: If using melee weapons, dodge attacks effectively. The grab attack requires an early dodge when the Schism lifts its head towards Alex. Use quick attacks and only charge attacks when the enemy is downed. Counter-attacks after a dodge are effective and can stagger the Schism for a finisher.

Tips

Head Blade Combo: Dodge the moment the Schism holds its head back for the first swing. Both swings must be dodged if the first is mistimed.
Head Uppercut: Dodge the moment the Schism ducks. This requires a very fast reaction.
Arm Swing: Dodge as soon as the Schism leans back to swing its arm.
Lunging Head Stab: Dodge as the Schism lunges forward. Distinguish this from the grab by noting the Schism holds its head directly upwards before this attack.
Grabbing Lunge: Dodge right as the Schism holds its head up. This dodge needs to be earlier than expected; dodging as it rushes will result in a grab. The Schism does not hold its head directly up to the ceiling before this attack.

Finishers:

Dazed Stance: The Schism staggers, holding its head downwards.
Combat Knife/Ceremonial Dagger: Alex grabs and slices the Schism's neck, then kicks it down as its head detaches.
Steel Pipe/Crowbar: Alex hits the Schism over the head, then again, and finally plunges the weapon into it.
Fire Axe/Pulaski Axe: Alex drives the axe into the back of the Schism's head, pulls it back, and cuts the head off.

100% Human-Written. AI Fact-Checked. Community Verified. Learn how AntMag verifies content