Part 124

Learn how to defeat Ashikaga and Hozoin Inei to unlock powerful Dual Swords and Spear mystic arts in Nioh. Master their movesets and claim your rewards!

Alright, let's get you through Part 124 of Nioh. This section is all about unlocking some seriously cool new skills for your Dual Swords and Spear. We've got a couple of boss fights coming up, but don't sweat it – they're more like duels to prove your mastery. Stick with me, and you'll be grabbing those new mystic arts and trophies in no time.

First up, we've got a little something involving Ashikaga. The source text doesn't give us a ton of detail on this specific fight, but it does mention that Ashikaga uses dual sword combos, usually hitting 2 or 3 times in a row, sometimes followed by a kick. The advice here is to hang back just out of his range and wait for an opening to strike. A move called "Sign of the Cross" is also recommended for dealing damage as he approaches. The key seems to be keeping up the pressure and not letting him get the upper hand.

Next, we're diving into the Sub-Mission "Master of the Twin Blades" (DM014). This is a duel against Hozoin Inei, a master of the spear. He'll challenge you to show him your technique, and if you win, he'll teach you the Hozoin school's spear techniques.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Hozoin Inei uses mid and high stance spear combos.
• He likes to use the "Water Wheel" attack.
• He expends a lot of Ki with his attacks, making him vulnerable to Ki breaks.

Phases:

1. Spear Combos: Hozoin will use his mid and high stance combos. Let him finish his attack strings, then punish him. Focus on breaking his Ki whenever possible.
2. Punish Openings: After his combos or when he's recovering from the "Water Wheel" attack, you'll have opportunities to land your own attacks. Stay on him with poke damage, and only go for bigger combos if he's left himself wide open.
3. Ki Management: Hozoin drains a lot of Ki. Take advantage of this to break his guard and get in free hits.

Strategy:

• Keep your health up.
• Focus on poke damage as Hozoin approaches.
• Only commit to longer combos when you're sure he's open.
• Exploit his high Ki expenditure to break his guard.
• Watch out for kicks and the "Water Wheel" move – try to get around him during the "Water Wheel" to hit him.

Finally, we have "The Invincible" (DM015). This is a duel against Sakata Kintoki, also known as "The Bear." He's ready to test your strength and will teach you what he knows if you emerge victorious.

Strategy:

• The source text implies this is a straightforward duel.
• Focus on your own strengths and apply pressure.
• Be prepared for a tough fight, as Kintoki is known as "The Bear."

Keep these tips in mind, and you'll be unlocking those powerful mystic arts and earning trophies like a pro. Good luck out there!