Obito Uchiha (Ten-Tails Jinchuriki)

Obito Uchiha (Ten-Tails Jinchuriki)

The battle against Obito Uchiha, now the formidable Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, is a pivotal and challenging encounter in Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4. This guide will equip you with the detailed strategies, attack pattern recognition, and team compositions needed to overcome one of the Fourth Great Ninja War's most dangerous adversaries.

Recommended Team Composition

For this battle, you are primarily locked into playing as Naruto Uzumaki (Nine-Tails Chakra Mode) and Sasuke Uchiha (Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan). Their synergy is crucial, and understanding their individual strengths against Obito is key.

• Naruto Uzumaki (Nine-Tails Chakra Mode): Focus on his speed, Rasengan variants, and especially his Tailed Beast Bomb Rasen Shuriken for high damage. His awakening provides increased mobility and powerful ranged attacks.
• Sasuke Uchiha (Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan): Utilize his Chidori variants for quick, piercing damage and his Susano'o for defensive maneuvers and powerful ranged attacks (Amaterasu, Kagutsuchi). His awakening grants access to the Perfect Susano'o, essential for the later phases.

While you can't change your main characters, ensure your support characters (if applicable in specific fight segments) are chosen for their utility, such as healing or defensive buffs, though this fight largely focuses on Naruto and Sasuke's direct confrontation.

Phase 1: Ground Combat - Truth-Seeking Orbs and Elemental Assault

Obito, as the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki, is incredibly agile and possesses a devastating array of attacks primarily utilizing his Truth-Seeking Orbs and various elemental releases. His attacks have wide hitboxes and can track, making precise dodging and substitution crucial.

Obito's Key Attack Patterns & Counters:

• Truth-Seeking Orb Projectiles: Obito frequently fires multiple black orbs that track your movement.
  • Counter: These can be dodged with a well-timed dash or substituted. Do not attempt to block them head-on, as they can break your guard quickly. Create distance if you need to recover chakra for substitutions.
• Truth-Seeking Orb Staff/Spear Attacks: Obito can transform his orbs into a staff or spear for close-range melee combos. These combos are fast and deal significant damage.
  • Counter: Maintain mid-range distance. If caught, use substitution jutsu immediately. Look for openings after his combo finishes to unleash your own.
• Truth-Seeking Orb Explosion (AoE): Obito will sometimes plant an orb on the ground or slam it down, creating a localized explosion.
  • Counter: The area of effect is usually telegraphed by a dark expanding circle. Dash out of the area as quickly as possible.
• Elemental Blasts (Fire/Wind/Lightning): Obito can unleash large-scale elemental attacks, often sweeping across the battlefield. These are usually charged attacks with a brief wind-up.
  • Counter: These are your primary openings. During the charge-up, Obito is vulnerable. Use this time to close the distance with a Chakra Dash or unleash a powerful long-range Ninjutsu (e.g., Sasuke's Amaterasu or Naruto's Tailed Beast Bomb). If you can't interrupt, focus on precise dodging through the attack or using a well-timed substitution.
• Massive Truth-Seeking Orb (Ultimate Jutsu-like Attack): Obito will occasionally charge a massive Truth-Seeking Orb, similar to a Tailed Beast Bomb. This is a highly damaging, arena-wide attack.
  • Counter: This is a prime opportunity for a counter-attack. If you have enough chakra, unleash your own Ultimate Jutsu (Naruto's Tailed Beast Bomb Rasen Shuriken or Sasuke's Indra's Arrow/Kirin) to interrupt him and deal massive damage. If you cannot, focus on evading the blast by dashing to the very edge of the arena or using a perfectly timed substitution.

General Strategy for Phase 1:

• Aggressive but Cautious: Obito is fast, but so are Naruto and Sasuke. Use their speed to your advantage. Land quick combos, then immediately prepare to dodge or substitute.
• Chakra Management: Substitutions consume chakra rapidly. Use them wisely. Prioritize dodging when possible to conserve chakra for Ninjutsu and Ultimate Jutsu.
• Support Attacks: Utilize your support characters (if available in specific segments) to create openings or extend combos.
• Awakening: Consider activating Naruto or Sasuke's awakening when Obito is stunned or when you need to push for significant damage. Naruto's Nine-Tails Chakra Mode offers enhanced speed and ranged attacks, while Sasuke's Susano'o provides powerful defenses and offensive capabilities.

Phase 2: Tailed Beast vs. Tailed Beast Clash - The Susano'o and Kurama Showdown

As Obito's health dwindles, the battle escalates into a cinematic and intense clash between Naruto's Kurama (Nine-Tails) and Sasuke's Perfect Susano'o against Obito's Ten-Tails form. This phase relies heavily on precise Quick Time Event (QTE) inputs and coordinated attacks.

Key Moments & QTE Strategies:

• Initial Transformation: Both Naruto and Sasuke will likely enter their awakened states (Kurama and Perfect Susano'o, respectively). This is often triggered by a cinematic.
• Coordinated Attacks: You will control either Naruto or Sasuke, with the other acting as an AI partner. Focus on landing powerful Tailed Beast Bombs (Naruto) or Susano'o attacks (Sasuke).
  • Specific Ninjutsu/Ultimate Jutsu: Naruto's Tailed Beast Bomb and Sasuke's Susano'o: Chidori or Susano'o: Amaterasu are highly effective here. Use them when Obito is vulnerable after one of his large attacks or when your partner creates an opening.
• QTE Sequences: These are critical for dealing massive damage and progressing the fight.
  • Preparation: Always be ready for a QTE. They often occur after a significant attack from Obito or when you've landed a powerful blow. The screen will usually flash, and button prompts will appear.
  • Common QTE Types:
    • Single Button Press: Press the indicated button (e.g., X, A, Square, Circle) quickly.
    • Rapid Button Press: Mash the indicated button repeatedly within a time limit.
    • Directional Input: Press a specific direction on the D-pad or analog stick.
    • Analog Stick Rotation: Rotate the analog stick in a full circle.
  • Consequences of Failure: Failing a QTE usually results in Obito dealing significant damage to you, potentially leading to a mission failure if your health is low. It also means you miss out on a large chunk of damage to Obito and may have to repeat a segment of the fight.
  • Example QTE Scenario: Obito might charge a massive Tailed Beast Bomb. A QTE might appear requiring you to rapidly press a button to charge your own Tailed Beast Bomb, followed by a directional input to aim it, and finally a single button press to unleash it, clashing with Obito's. Success leads to a powerful cinematic counter; failure means taking the full brunt of his attack.
• Environmental Hazards: Be aware of the battlefield. Obito's attacks can alter the terrain, creating obstacles or dangerous zones.

General Strategy for Phase 2:

• Focus on QTEs: Your primary objective in this phase is to successfully complete all QTE sequences. They are your main source of damage and progression.
• Observe Obito's Movements: Even in this large-scale battle, Obito will have tells for his attacks. Watch for charging animations or specific stances.
• Utilize Partner Attacks: Your AI partner will often create openings. Capitalize on these moments to land your own attacks.
• Stay Aggressive: While QTEs are key, continue attacking Obito with your available Ninjutsu and basic combos when there are no QTE prompts. Every bit of damage helps.

Phase 3: Final Push - The Truth-Seeking Orb Barrier

In the final moments of the fight, Obito may erect a formidable barrier of Truth-Seeking Orbs. This barrier makes him almost impervious to direct attacks.

Strategy for Phase 3:

• Barrier Penetration: This phase often requires a specific strategy to break through the barrier. Look for cues from your allies or the game itself.
  • Coordinated Attack: You might need to use a specific combination of Naruto and Sasuke's Ninjutsu or a combined Ultimate Jutsu to shatter the barrier. For instance, a combined Rasengan and Chidori attack is a common theme in the story.
  • Weak Points: Sometimes, the barrier will have temporary weak points that glow or flicker. Focus your attacks on these areas.
• Final Ultimate Jutsu: Once the barrier is down, Obito will be vulnerable for a short period. This is your chance to unleash your most powerful Ultimate Jutsu to finish the fight. Ensure your chakra is full for this final assault.

Common Pitfalls & Tips:

• Chakra Depletion: Running out of chakra for substitutions is a common way to take heavy damage. Manage it by dodging more and using chakra recovery items if available (though less common in boss battles).
• Ignoring QTEs: Failing QTEs will prolong the fight and put you at a disadvantage. Pay close attention to the screen.
• Button Mashing: While some QTEs require rapid presses, others are single, precise inputs. Mashing indiscriminately can lead to failure.
• Patience: Obito is a tough opponent. Don't rush in blindly. Observe his patterns, find your openings, and strike decisively.

By understanding Obito's attack patterns, mastering QTEs, and effectively utilizing Naruto and Sasuke's unique abilities, you will be able to overcome the Ten-Tails Jinchuriki and continue the fight for the ninja world.