Burn

Learn about the Burn status effect in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Discover how it works, how to cure it, and which enemies inflict or are weak to it.

Alright, let's talk about the Burn status effect in Sekiro. It's one of those annoyances that can really mess with your flow in a fight, especially when you're trying to manage your Posture. ### What is Burn? Basically, if you get hit by too many fire-based attacks, you'll get Burned. You'll see flames licking at your character. The key things to know are: * Posture Recovery Halted: While you're burning, your Posture will NOT regenerate. This is a big deal, as you rely on that to recover from being staggered. * Vitality Damage: You'll also take a small amount of Vitality damage over time. It's important to note that even if you block fire attacks, the Burn gauge will still go up. So, dodging or finding ways to mitigate the fire is key. ### The Nitty-Gritty of Burn When you're afflicted with Burn, it ticks away 1% of your maximum Vitality per second for 10 seconds, meaning a total of 10% of your health is lost. Plus, as mentioned, your Posture recovery is completely stopped. ### Curing Burn Don't worry, you're not stuck burning forever! Here's how you can clear it: * Dousing Powder / Ministry Dousing Powder: These are your go-to items. They instantly cure Burn and give you a temporary boost to Burn resistance (60% for Dousing Powder, 80% for Ministry Dousing Powder) for 30 seconds. They also reduce incoming fire damage by 40% or 60% respectively. * Withered Red Gourd: This item doesn't cure active Burn, but it's great for prevention. It boosts your Burn resistance by 70% and reduces fire damage by 50% for 30 seconds. * Divine Grass: This is the ultimate cure. It not only removes Burn but also fully restores your Vitality. Definitely save this for tough spots. ### Who's Trying to Burn You? Quite a few enemies can inflict Burn. Keep an eye out for: * Regular Enemies: Torch-Wielding Bandits, Archer Bandits, Black Nightjars, Lesser Centipedes, and Central Force Flametroopers. * Mini-Bosses: The Blazing Bull and Shigekichi of the Red Guard are known for their fiery attacks. * Bosses: The Demon of Hatred and Isshin Ashina (Shura, Phase 2 only) can also inflict Burn. ### Who's Weak to Burn? Some enemies really don't like fire: * Red-Eyed Enemies: These guys are particularly susceptible. The Grey Nightjar is an example. * Mini-Bosses: The Chained Ogre and Ashina Elite - Ujinari Mizuo can be vulnerable. ### Who's Immune to Burn? Some foes just shrug off fire: * Regular Enemies: Rock Divers are immune. * Mini-Bosses: The Armoured Warrior, Headless, and Shichimen Warrior are all immune. * Bosses: The Corrupted Monk (in Mibu Village) and the Demon of Hatred are also immune. ### How to Inflict Burn If you want to turn the tables and burn your enemies, you've got a couple of options: * Flame Vent: This Prosthetic Tool is your primary way to apply fire. If an enemy is covered in Oil (which some enemies can apply to you, or you can apply to them), they become much more susceptible to Burn. * Living Force Combat Art: Once you unlock this, you can imbue your Kusabimaru with fire, allowing you to apply Burn through your regular sword attacks. This is super effective! Remember, managing status effects is a big part of Sekiro. Don't get caught off guard by Burn!