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Rise Of The Ronindoes not hold back on difficulty, even during its Prologue.
For instance, the battle with Matthew Perry in the “Infiltrating The Black Ship” mission is fierce.
Channel this mighty dragon’s power after defeating it in the combat simulator.
Several obstacles will impede your fight against the Bladesmith.
First, the battle is preceded by a horde fight against several shogunate spies.
Lastly, you must anticipate the Bladesmith’s lethal attacks.
But, with these tips, you’ll come out of the Bladesmith boss battle (mostly) unscathed.
Fortunately, thespies you take down will drop several healing items.
Preserving resources in the horde fight is essential, considering the formidable match that lies ahead.
You’ll need all the medicinal pills and elixirs possible to endure the Bladesmith’s heavy-hitting attacks.
Remember resource management for your sub-weapon, too.
It will be helpful when you gotta preserve distance from the Bladesmith while still imparting damage.
You’ll need to distance yourself from her multiple times to heal yourself.
Each weapon serves a different purpose.
Shurikensare best usedwhen you oughta move fast.
A well-executed headshot can significantly hinder the Bladesmith.
But you’ll need plenty of distance between yourself and the Bladesmith if you want the sharpest aim.
In many ways, it’s a heightened version of the exhibition match.
The most considerable similarity between the two fights is the requirement tocounterspark the Bladesmith’s attacks.
The Bladesmith’s primary weapon is amid-range sword, possibly a katana.
The rhythm of her attacks matches her weapon’s middleweight designation.
So, you’ll struggle more if you rush your countersparks in this situation.
You shouldexpect about three to four strikeseach time the Bladesmith comes in for a combo.
Sometimes, the Bladesmith switches to aCharge Attack.
you’re free to tell this is coming when sheswings her blade back behind her.
Each attack requires a different strategy.
Here’s a quick rundown of each.
Counterspark
Critical Art
The Bladesmith’sCritical Hitis anambush stabbing with a fast start-upanimation.
Be careful whenever the Bladesmith lands on the ground.
You’ll know the Critical Hit is coming if shestarts glowing red and jumps to her feet.
Dodge
Zeus, Ares, and Hades oh my!
