Mallet the Smasher is the Arataki Beetle Brawl Day 1 opponent in Genshin Impact 3.4. See how to defeat Mallet the Smasher in Fanatic Passion, Honed Will, and Friendly Spar. As well as details on Pain-Grocer the opponent, and all the Day 1 reward here!

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How to Defeat Mallet the Smasher

How to Clear Fanatic Passion and Honed Will Difficulties

Hold the Forward Button to Attack

Hold the forward button to expend stamina and deal damage to Mallet the Smasher. Keep in mind that simply tapping the forward button will not cause any damage to the opponent.

Time your Piercing Strike

You need to reach the exact position of Mallet the Smasher to perform the Piercing Strike. So, while holding the forward button, make sure to gauge his position and not over-charge it to trigger the Piercing Attack.

You may be caught inside Mallet the Smasher's attack range while charging, so it is best to use the Piercing Strike after his Consecutive attack. If this happens, press space to cancel.

Move Backwards to Dodge

Use the back button to dodge Mallet the Smasher Consecutive Attacks. During this stage, the opponent can deal a lot of damage, so use the back button to keep a safe distance.

Keep an eye on the bright red marking on the floor during the enemy's attack because it will indicate the enemy's attack range.

Dodge the Lightning Strike

If you move too far away, Mallet the Smasher may use a Lightning Strike. Keep an eye out for purple markings on the floor indicating the Lightning Strike. Dodge them using the back or forward buttons.

How to Clear Friendly Spar Difficulty

Watch your Stamina

Stamina allows your Onikabuto to attack and dodge, so manage them carefully.

Use Piercing Strike to Defeat the Opponent Faster

Mallet the Smasher's HP in Friendly Spar difficulty is much lower compared to the two higher difficulties, performing three Piercing Strikes can easily defeat the opponent.

Dodge the Enemy's Attack

Make sure to dodge all of Mallet the Smasher's attacks. Keep an eye on the markings on the floor as this will indicate when they will unleash an attack.

To avoid triggering the lightning, keep at least 2 tiles away from Mallet the Smasher.

Mallet the Smasher Stage Information

Mallet the Smasher Stage Details

Stage	Mallet the Smasher Attacks
Mallet the Smasher	◆ Owner: Pain-Grocer ◆ Considerable combat strength at medium and close ranges ◆ Attacks consecutively ◆ Medium movement speed

Pain-Grocer Day 1 Opponent

Mallet the Smasher is owned by Hanakado's Hitman, Pain-Grocer. She claims to be a business partner of Grandmaster Hanakado.

Prefers to Attack Consecutively

The opponent prefers to perform a Consecutive Attack. The opponent has the ability to deal up to Three Consecutive Attacks. To avoid being caught during the Consecutive Attack, time your attacks.

Arataki Beetle Brawl Day 1 Rewards

Mallet the Smasher Day 1 Rewards

Objectives	Rewards
Clear the challenge in Friendly Spar mode	Primogem x80 Hero's Wit x4
Clear the challenge on Honed Will mode	Mora x40000 Guide to Transience x4
Duel on a Fanatic Passion difficulty once	Mora x20000 Mystic Enhancement Ore x4

Mallet the Smasher Information

Part of the Arataki Extraordinary and Exhilarating Extreme Beetle Brawl

Mallet the Smasher is the first out of five opponents in the Almighty Arataki Extraordinary and Extreme Beetle Brawl! On Day 1, defeat Mallet the Smasher by dodging his Consecutive Attacks and timing your Piercing Strikes.
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