Part 109

Learn how to defeat Otani, a mid-boss in Nioh's Part 109. Understand his attack patterns, power-ups, and strategies to overcome him and collect your loot.

Alright, let's talk about Otani. He's not the main event for this mission, but don't let that fool you – this guy can still pack a serious punch. He's got a pretty limited move set, but what he does have is super dangerous.

His go-to move is his 'Attack Combo.' Basically, he'll hover up to you – yeah, he floats the whole time – and start swinging his swords. He can chain these up to three times, mixing in kicks too. Keep in mind, he can actually start with a kick! The main thing to remember is that he can attack up to three times in a row in his base form.

Things get spicy when Otani decides to power himself up by stabbing himself. This is his 'Power Boost,' and it's a big deal. It lets him extend his combos to a whopping FIVE hits, and he gains a nasty new move called 'Air Slice.' He's still Otani, but a much more dangerous version. Just keep your health topped up, use your buffs, and get a feel for his attack ranges so you can punish him. Be ready to dodge his 'Sword Dash' and 'Air Slice,' and remember to use your Living Weapon when you need it. You'll get through this!

Otani's Moveset:

• Attack Combo(s): This covers his sword slashes and kicks. In his base form, he can do up to three hits. Once powered up, it's five! Once you get the timing down, you can counter-attack him pretty easily.
• Sword Dash: This is probably his most annoying move. He'll zip at you with both swords, trying to land hits. Your best bet is to roll out of the way, but guarding will at least help. These hits don't do massive damage individually, but he can string them together, so watch out!
• Power Boost: This is when Otani stabs himself with his katanas, giving them an energy aura. His swings get bigger, and he can now do those five-hit combos. He also gains the 'Air Slice' move. He'll lose this buff if his demonic ki is depleted, but he can power himself up multiple times in a fight.
• Air Slice: This move comes out after his Power Boost. He swings his katanas, sending out energy waves. These hurt even if you block, so try to roll away. He can do this multiple times in a row and usually only uses it when you're at a distance, so be ready!

Once Otani is down, grab the loot and keep pushing to the end of the mission.

The Inheritance Mission Start:

Back at Honnoji Temple, huh? This can't be good. I still remember the fight with the Ice Queen...

Objective: Find the item that Tenkai lost

Head forward and read the [_MEMORY_] on the ground. It's probably Tenkai's. As you approach the house (you can't go back), a Skeleton Warrior will pop up and start shooting at you with a rifle. Rush him down, but be aware that a Giant Skeleton will drop down. Make him your next target.

Head inside the house to kick off a series of three battles.