Part 143

Master the Ogress boss fight in Nioh with our detailed walkthrough. Learn her moves, weaknesses, and effective strategies to overcome this challenging encounter.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weak to Water and Wind elemental attacks.
• Vulnerable to Sloth Talisman.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: The Ogress uses her basic melee attacks, Claw Leap, and Fire Breath. Focus on dodging and counter-attacking.
2. Phase 2 (Below 25% HP): The Ogress becomes more frantic. Activate Living Weapon to finish her off quickly.

Strategy:

• General Positioning: Stay to the Ogress's sides and back whenever possible. Dodge UNDER her claw swings to avoid damage. Maintain enough Ki to dodge.
• Dodging Melee: Most of her claw attacks can be dodged by rolling to your left (under her right arm). If you can't dodge, block, but be aware of your Ki.
• Claw Flurry: This is a rapid series of claw attacks. Back away to maintain distance and stay safe.
• Leaping Slash: A straightforward jump attack. Block or dodge it easily.
• Claw Leap: She jumps and slams down. Watch her landing and dodge towards her back as she descends. This is a good opportunity to attack her while she recovers.
• Claw Slam: A frontal AoE attack. Stay out of her direct front. Be aware of damage on her return swing.
• Fire Breath: Her primary ranged attack. She jumps back and breathes fire from right to left. Dodge through it or move to her side to attack during the animation.
• Grab and Slice: Her grab attack involves a forward rush with greyed hands. Avoid this by dodging.
• Item/Onmyo Usage: Sloth Talisman is highly effective at slowing her down. Combine it with Water or Wind Talismans and other buffs for an easier fight.
• Living Weapon: When the Ogress is around 25% HP, activate your Living Weapon to deal significant damage and end the fight.