How to Beat Demon of Hatred

Master the Demon of Hatred boss fight in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice with this comprehensive guide. Learn its weaknesses, phases, and effective strategies to achieve victory.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Weakness: Fire (ironically, but only specific attacks), Water (via Mist Raven or Umbrella).
• Resistances: Most standard attacks.
• Posture: High, but breakable with sustained aggression.
• Vitality: High.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: The Demon uses wide sweeps, fire-based projectiles, and a charging attack. Stay close to its legs to avoid most attacks.
2. Phase 2: The Demon gains new fire attacks, including a massive area-of-effect explosion and a leaping slam. Continue to focus on its legs and dodge aggressively.
3. Phase 3: The Demon becomes more aggressive, utilizing its fire attacks more frequently. It will also perform a powerful sweeping fire attack across the arena. Use the Mist Raven or Umbrella to counter or dodge through these attacks.

Strategy:

• Stay Mobile: Constantly strafe and dodge. The Demon's attacks are telegraphed but cover large areas.
• Target the Legs: Attacking the Demon's legs builds up its Posture damage. Be wary of its stomp attacks.
• Utilize Combat Arts: Skills like Whirlwind Slash can be effective when you have an opening.
• Use Prosthetic Tools: The Mist Raven can help you dodge its fire attacks, and the Loaded Umbrella can block some of its more damaging moves.
• Manage Fire Attacks: For its large fire attacks, either sprint away or use the Mist Raven/Umbrella to mitigate damage.
• Patience is Key: This is a long fight. Don't get greedy with attacks and focus on survival and chipping away at its health and posture.