Part 19

Master the Nue boss fight in Nioh 3! Learn its moves, weaknesses, and strategies to defeat this powerful familiar in Part 19 of our walkthrough.

Alright, you've made it to Part 19! This section is all about taking down a tricky boss: the Nue. It's a bit of a unique fight, so let's break down exactly what this thing can do and how to come out on top.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Boss: Nue
• Primary Element: Lightning
• Weaknesses: Generally weak to physical attacks when opportunities arise. Staying mobile is key.

Nue's Moveset:

1. Lightning Strike: This is its signature move. Nue will roar, then unleash FOUR lightning strikes that target your current location. These hurt and can paralyze you, so keep moving! The trick is that they target where you *were*, not where you *are*, making them predictable. Use this downtime to get some quick hits in.
2. Claw Strikes: When you're close to its front, Nue will lash out with its claws, one after the other, or sometimes just one. They hit hard, but you can back away or, if you're feeling brave and have enough health, dodge to its right when it swings its right claw. This opens up a chance to hit its body. Just don't get greedy!
3. Pounce: This is a forward pounce attack. It's pretty easy to dodge by moving away, but it can catch you off guard. If it hits, Nue will chew on you for a bit, dealing multiple moderate hits before spitting you out. You can usually survive this if your health is decent, but it's not a super common move.
4. Body Twirl: Think of this as a