Nioh: Master Combat Stances and Tactics

Q: How to escape the Tower of London in Nioh?

This section covers basic combat mechanics in Nioh, focusing on stance usage, enemy engagement, and environmental awareness. It details the initial steps of the first main mission, "The Man with the Guardian Spirit," including tutorial prompts and item acquisition.

Q: Nioh tutorial on attacking?

This section covers basic combat mechanics in Nioh, focusing on stance usage, enemy engagement, and environmental awareness. It details the initial steps of the first main mission, "The Man with the Guardian Spirit," including tutorial prompts and item acquisition.

Q: Nioh tutorial on guarding and evading?

This section covers basic combat mechanics in Nioh, focusing on stance usage, enemy engagement, and environmental awareness. It details the initial steps of the first main mission, "The Man with the Guardian Spirit," including tutorial prompts and item acquisition.

Q: What is Amrita in Nioh?

This section covers basic combat mechanics in Nioh, focusing on stance usage, enemy engagement, and environmental awareness. It details the initial steps of the first main mission, "The Man with the Guardian Spirit," including tutorial prompts and item acquisition.

Q: Nioh item drops explained?

This section covers basic combat mechanics in Nioh, focusing on stance usage, enemy engagement, and environmental awareness. It details the initial steps of the first main mission, "The Man with the Guardian Spirit," including tutorial prompts and item acquisition.

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Walkthrough

1
Begin the mission "The Man with the Guardian Spirit" in April 1598, London. Watch the opening cutscene explaining the importance of Amrita.
2
Approach the spirit to trigger the "Attacks" tutorial, learning about SQUARE for quick attacks and TRIANGLE for strong attacks. Manage your KI (stamina) as it depletes with attacks.
3
Break the wall and loot the dead prisoner to obtain Amrita and trigger the "Dash" tutorial (L + X).
4
Wait for the guard to move away, then dash to the right. In this room, find a [_CHEST_] on the right containing items and triggering the "Status Menu" tutorial (press touchpad to check equipment).
5
Note that items in Nioh have random stats and abilities, so focus on items highlighted [_LIKE THIS_] and guaranteed drops.
6
Equip the guaranteed "Bastard Sword" and any armor obtained. Use quick attacks to defeat the guard by targeting his back.
7
The defeated guard will drop the [_DUNGEON KEY_]. Use it to open cells containing Amrita and trigger the "Guarding and Evasion" tutorial.
8
Understand that guarding and evading consume Ki but are crucial for survival. Be aware that strong enemy attacks can deplete Ki significantly or break your guard.
9
Proceed to the door at the end of the hall and open it with the key.
10
In the next room, find a [_CHEST_] on the right for "Medicine" and the "Using Items" tutorial. Equip Medicine to an item shortcut for quick access.
11
Before heading upstairs, look to the RIGHT for another [_CHEST_] containing clothing.
12
Head upstairs for the first real fight. You will encounter a patrolling guard and another guard by the far door.

Tips

Mid Stance: Enhances blocking and allows you to read enemy movements to counter-attack effectively.
Low Stance: Ideal for reacting to enemy attacks. Evade the attack and then strike when the enemy is vulnerable.
Enemy Engagement: Avoid fighting multiple enemies at once; choose your opponents wisely.
Environmental Awareness: Be mindful of your surroundings, as attacks from behind are highly damaging. Targeting an opponent's back provides a significant advantage.
Targeting: Press R3 to target enemies, making it easier to land attacks.
Item Management: While many item drops are random, pay attention to highlighted items and guaranteed drops.
Guarding and Evasion: These are essential survival mechanics. Practice them to manage your Ki and avoid taking unnecessary damage.

Bastard Sword (guaranteed drop)
Dungeon Key (guaranteed drop)
Medicine (found in chest)
Various random item drops and Amrita.

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