Part 150

Struggling with the Obsidian Samurai boss fight in Nioh? This guide breaks down his moves, weaknesses, and strategies to help you claim victory.

Alright, so you've hit Part 150, and it looks like you're up against the Obsidian Samurai in the mission "The Samurai from Sawayama." Don't let the name fool you; this guy's a real tank, way tougher than a Revenant. He's got a ton of health and a moveset to match. He'll be swinging a big katana and an axe, and he's not afraid to call on his Guardian Spirit, Atlas Bear, to help him out.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• The Obsidian Samurai is a tank with high health and a varied moveset.
• He uses both an axe and a katana.
• His Guardian Spirit is Atlas Bear, which he uses for an "Electric Slam" attack and a buff that increases his stamina and stagger threshold.
• The source text also mentions a boss called "Ishida" who uses a katana and has a "Yokai Gauge" that can be depleted for Finishing Moves. This boss also has a "Wind" enhancement that lowers your attack if you get hit. It's unclear if Ishida and the Obsidian Samurai are the same boss or if this information is related to a different encounter, but the strategies for dealing with wind effects and Yokai Gauge mechanics are generally applicable.

Phases:

1. The Obsidian Samurai will use his axe and katana for basic combos.
2. He may use his Guardian Spirit, Atlas Bear, for an "Electric Slam" where he jumps and causes an electric attack.
3. He can also use a buff from Atlas Bear that seems to increase his defense and resistance to staggering.
4. If this is the same boss as