Can You Defeat Brencis Early in The Blood of Dawnwalker?

In The Blood of Dawnwalker, you get to face Brencis, the big bad boss, right at the start! Even though you're meant to lose, you can totally beat him! The fight has two phases: the first is a warm-up, while the second is a real nail-biter! Dodge his hits just right, and you might unlock a special ending and some spicy dialogue. Can you become a Folk Hero?