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Part 156
Nioh 3

Part 156

Learn how to defeat bosses in Nioh 3 Part 156, including tips for free headshots and countering specific boss moves.

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Learn how to defeat bosses in Nioh 3 Part 156, including tips for free headshots and countering specific boss moves.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    As the fight begins, you can get in a free headshot (a critical hit to the head) on the boss, causing them to drop to the ground for a free finishing move.
  2. 2
    Use the rock to your left for breathing room to heal up.
  3. 3
    Be aware of the boss's various attacks, including Sword Combos, Arrow Barrage, Iai Quickdraw, Inner Strength, Quadrisect, and Summon Guardian.
  4. 4
    For Arrow Barrage, block the three arrows and re-engage.
  5. 5
    For Iai Quickdraw, get out of range or block if you have enough Ki, then counter-attack.
  6. 6
    For Inner Strength, use the Devigorate Talisman to counter the attack buff, or attack the boss out of the animation if you are close and careful.
  7. 7
    For Quadrisect, block if you have enough Ki, or dodge away; if too close, roll to the side with a low stance to get behind the boss.
  8. 8
    For Summon Guardian, block Raiken's attack unless you are far away. Be ready for a second attack as the boss's health drops below half.
Tips
  • A free headshot at the start of a fight is a great way to begin.
  • The rock to the left provides cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) for healing.
  • Block Arrow Barrage shots and then re-engage.
  • If you have Ki, blocking Iai Quickdraw and counter-attacking is effective.
  • The Devigorate Talisman can counter Inner Strength.
  • Dodging away is best for Quadrisect; if close, roll to the side with low stance to get behind the boss.
  • Block Summon Guardian's Raiken attack unless at a distance.
  • Be prepared for Raiken's second attack when the boss is below half health.

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