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Moon Phases

Moon Phases, also called Moon Cycles, are the primary progression mechanic in the story of Bloodborne

"The red moon hangs low, and beasts rule the streets. Are we left no other choice, than to burn it all to cinders?"
-Unnamed Powder Keg

Overview

Moon phases are a mechanic by which the story of Bloodborne is visually progressed and aspects of the world altered. These cycles are thematically linked to the hunter interacting with objects and entities that alter their perception of the world, and affect gameplay, insight, quest lines, and NPCs.

Evening (1st phase)

The first Moon phase, known as 'Evening' is experienced by the hunter at the game's beginning at the start of the story of New Game+. 

Sunset (2nd phase)

The second phase, 'Sunset' occurs when the hunter defeats Father Gascoigne and enters Oedon Chapel for the first time. 

Nightfall (3rd phase)

The penultimate Moon phase, Nightfall, is triggered when the hunter interacts with the Skull of Laurence in the Grand Cathedral after defeating Vicar Amelia

Blood Moon (final phase)

"When the red moon hangs low, the line between man and beast is blurred. And when the Great Ones descend, a womb will be blessed with child.
-Note found in Byrgenwerth

After defeating Rom, the Vacuous Spider, and interacting with the Woman in Bride's Dress, the Blood Moon phase is activated. In its final phase, the Moon hangs low over Yharnam and emits a deep red glow.