Learn the most effective strategies and tips to defeat the Divine Dragon boss in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Master the fight with our comprehensive walkthrough.
Stats / Weaknesses:
- Weakness: Lightning attacks can stun the dragon.
- Posture: High posture, but can be broken with sustained aggression.
- Health: Two distinct phases with significant health pools.
Phases:
- Phase 1: Sweeping Attacks & Perilous Thrusts
The dragon will primarily use wide, sweeping attacks that cover a large area. Dodge through these or jump over them. It will also perform perilous thrusts; use the Mikiri Counter if you can. Watch out for its lightning attacks, which can be dodged or deflected with precise timing. - Phase 2: Enhanced Attacks & Lightning Storm
In the second phase, the dragon's attacks become more aggressive. It will summon a storm of lightning and projectiles. The key here is to use the lightning to your advantage. When the dragon charges a lightning attack, run towards it and jump into the air as the lightning strikes. This will allow you to redirect the lightning back at the dragon, stunning it and opening it up for significant damage. Dodge its other attacks as before.
Strategy:
- Utilize Lightning: In Phase 2, baiting and redirecting the dragon's lightning is crucial. Jump and attack when the lightning is about to hit you to perform the lightning reversal.
- Aggression: Maintain pressure on the dragon to break its posture. Use your fastest attacks and prosthetic tools to chip away at its health and posture.
- Environmental Awareness: Pay attention to the arena. There are often opportunities to use the environment to avoid attacks or gain an advantage.
- Perilous Attacks: Be ready to counter its perilous thrusts with the Mikiri Counter and dodge its sweeps.
- Healing: Find safe windows to heal, usually after successfully dodging a major combo or after stunning the dragon.
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