Tamashiro is the head of the Tamashiro Family and a recurring antagonist in Okinawa. His boss fight is a test of your ability to deal with a strong, aggressive opponent who often uses weapons.
Phases & Strategy:
- Phase 1 (Full Health): Tamashiro often starts with a weapon, usually a pipe or a knife. He's aggressive and will try to overwhelm Kiryu with quick, damaging combos. Your priority is to disarm him. Use a grab (Triangle/Y) when he's open, or a specific Heat Action if you have one that disarms. Once disarmed, pick up his weapon and use it against him.
- Phase 2 (70% Health): After losing his weapon, Tamashiro will fight bare-handed but will be even more aggressive. He'll use powerful charge attacks that are unblockable. Dodge these and counter-attack. He might also try to pick up environmental objects or even re-arm himself if you drop his weapon.
- Phase 3 (40% Health): Tamashiro will enter a Heat Mode, making him faster and stronger. He'll use more Heat Actions and might try to grab Kiryu for a QTE. Keep your distance, use quick combos, and save your Heat for powerful finishers. If you have any powerful weapons from Kamiyama Works, this is a good time to use them.
Weaknesses & Tips:
- Disarming: His biggest weakness is his reliance on weapons. Take them away!
- Environmental Weapons: Use anything you can find in the environment to your advantage.
- Dodge & Counter: His charge attacks leave him vulnerable after a dodge.
- Healing: He deals consistent damage, so keep an eye on your health.