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Learn how to master Nagoriyuki in Guilty Gear Strive. This guide covers his unique Blood Gauge mechanics, powerful attacks, and strategic gameplay tips for effective combat.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Nagoriyuki is a large, slow character with no dash or airdash.
• His Blood Gauge fills when using special moves. If it fills completely, he enters Blood Rage.
• During Blood Rage, his health drains rapidly, he cannot use special moves, but his sword attacks gain increased range and damage, and he can use a special Overdrive.
• Exiting Blood Rage prematurely requires landing specific attacks or his command grab.

Phases:

1. Normal State: Utilize his ōdachi for mid-range control and special move cancels. Manage the Blood Gauge by using special moves strategically.
2. Blood Rage: A high-risk, high-reward state. Focus on maximizing damage with enhanced sword attacks and using the special Overdrive to potentially end the rage early. Be mindful of the rapid health drain.

Strategy:

• Utilize Nagoriyuki's command grab and sword strikes to lower the Blood Gauge and avoid entering Blood Rage at inopportune moments.
• Seamlessly cancel special moves into one another for extended combos and pressure.
• In Blood Rage, leverage the increased range and damage of his sword attacks.
• Be aware of the slow animation when entering Blood Rage, as it can be punished.
• His Overdrive can be used to deal massive damage and potentially end Blood Rage if the animation completes.