How to Beat The Final Boss

Learn the strategies and phases to overcome Lord Ruse, the final boss of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Master Joe Musashi's abilities to avenge the Oboro Clan.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Lord Ruse wields a stolen artifact that grants him eternal youth and immortality.
• His power seems limitless due to the artifact.
• Specific weaknesses are not detailed, but he commands a vast army and advanced technology.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Ruse likely uses his vast army and technology to overwhelm Joe Musashi.
2. Phase 2: As the fight progresses, Ruse may reveal more of his personal power, potentially enhanced by the artifact.
3. Phase 3: The final confrontation will likely involve direct combat with Ruse, testing all of Joe's skills and upgrades.

Strategy:

• Utilize Joe Musashi's full arsenal: close-range slashes with combos, long-range Kunai attacks, and powerful Ninpo magic.
• Master the Shinobi Execution (Metsu) to instantly kill enemies, gain gold, and replenish resources.
• Employ Joe's expanded movement techniques: grappling hook, wall-climbing claws, and glider for traversal and evasion.
• Purchase upgrades at the shop, including new moves, amulets, Ninpo, and alternate costumes, to enhance combat effectiveness.
• Seek out Ankou Rifts to find fragments of the Dark Katana, which deals more damage.
• Be prepared for a multi-stage battle that tests both combat prowess and strategic use of abilities.