Part 129

Learn how to counter Nue's tricky attacks in Nioh 3, from lightning breath to charge attacks. Master the fight and unlock new mystic arts!

Alright, so you've made it to Part 129! This section is all about taking down Nue, a pretty unique boss with some wild moves. Don't worry, we'll break down each of his attacks so you can dodge, weave, and land those hits like a pro. After the fight, you'll even unlock a cool new mystic art!

Nue's Attacks and How to Counter Them:

1. Spin Attack: If you see Nue move his butt back a bit, get ready! He's about to do a full body twirl. The best strategy here is to not be too close. Use a 'get in, get out' approach to avoid getting caught in the spin.
2. Lightning Breath: Nue will stand still and breathe a stream of lightning. It has a decent range, so backing up is a good first step. But here's the trick: you can actually dodge *through* it! Just as it's about to hit you, dodge to the right. If you time it right while close, you can get some free hits in afterwards.
3. Snake Bite Flail: This is when his snake tail comes into play, usually if you're behind him. The tail will flail around with biting attacks. It can move side-to-side. Honestly, this isn't one of his strongest or most frequent attacks, so don't stress too much about it.
4. Poison Mist: When you're close, the snake head might rear up and spew poison in a cone. Get out of the way quickly if you see this coming! The mist doesn't last too long, but you definitely don't want to be caught in it.
5. Charge Attack: This one comes in two flavors: a regular charge and a 'flop' charge. The flop is what you want, as it leaves Nue open for you to attack his belly. More often, though, he'll do a regular charge, rolling straight ahead. If he's charged with lightning, he'll leave a trail of it behind him. Your best bet is to run to the side to avoid it. If you can get near where he stops, you might land a few quick hits on his side.

After the Fight:

Once you've defeated Nue, Tenkai will tell you to stop. Grab all the loot he dropped and head for the mission ending aura. You'll get a notification that a new Mystic Art, specifically an Onmyo Magic one, has been unlocked! Make sure to check the Skills section and purchase one of the new options if you've invested in Onmyo Magic. They're powerful and there's even a trophy associated with them.

Note on Boss List:

The source text also mentions a Boss List section. This section is designed for players who just want to see a list of bosses, ordered from the first mission to the last. Be careful if you decide to scroll through it, as it can contain spoilers for boss names and identities!