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Hemlock — Boss Guide

Sold-out punk turned Harmony Corp enforcer.

Hemlock Dead as Disco poster
GenrePunk RockBPM160–172 BPMPhases2Difficulty⭐⭐⭐UnlockStory Chapter 2

Bio

A former punk rocker who sold out the revolution, Hemlock now serves as Harmony Corp’s number one enforcer, unleashing his vandalism-prone fans anywhere he points. His fight blends boss attacks with adds, forcing aggressive crowd control.

Attack pattern table

PhaseAttackTellCounterPunish window
P1Mic Stand SweepWide horizontal swing on beat 1JumpFull bar
P1Fan RushCalls in 3–4 add fansAOE HeavyAfter clear
P2Feedback SlamAmplifier glow + screen shakeParry3 beats stagger

Recommended combos

PhaseComboNote
P1Heavy → Light × 2 → HeavyAOE finisher cleans crowd while pressuring Hemlock.
P2Parry → SpecialBurst the parry stagger before he resets.

Top tips

  • Prioritize fan adds — they will break your combo meter if ignored.
  • Punk Rock BPM is fast: use Light combos rather than Heavy to stay on the beat.
  • Stand close to bait the Mic Stand Sweep so you can jump-cancel into Heavy.

FAQ

How do I beat Hemlock in Dead as Disco?

Hemlock is a Punk Rock fight at 160–172 BPM across 2 phases. Prioritize fan adds — they will break your combo meter if ignored. Punk Rock BPM is fast: use Light combos rather than Heavy to stay on the beat. Stand close to bait the Mic Stand Sweep so you can jump-cancel into Heavy.

What BPM is Hemlock in Dead as Disco?

Hemlock fights at 160–172 BPM. Adjust your combo speed to 160–172 for the best Perfect-window rate.

Where do I unlock Hemlock?

Hemlock is unlocked via Story Chapter 2.

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