Great Shinobi - Owl (Ashina Castle)

Struggling with the Great Shinobi - Owl fight in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice? Get a breakdown of his phases, weaknesses, and a winning strategy to finally overcome this tough boss.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• Boss: Great Shinobi - Owl
• Location: Ashina Castle Rooftop
• Weaknesses: Firecracker (stuns him briefly), direct combat and precise deflection.
• Resistances: None significant.

Phases:

1. Phase 1: Owl uses a variety of sword combos, a perilous sweep attack, and a perilous thrust. He also has a jump attack where he slams his sword down. He can also throw down a smoke bomb to reposition.
2. Phase 2: Owl gains new moves, including a perilous grab attack and a powerful dive bomb. He also uses his smoke bomb more frequently, making him harder to track.

Strategy:

• Phase 1: Your primary goal is to deflect his sword combos. Don't get greedy with attacks; focus on parrying and looking for openings. His perilous sweep can be jumped over, and his perilous thrust can be dodged or Mikiri Countered. When he jumps for his slam attack, dodge to the side and punish him. Use the Firecracker prosthetic when he's recovering from a long combo to stun him and get a few hits in. If he throws a smoke bomb, try to track his movement and anticipate where he'll reappear.
• Phase 2: This phase is more aggressive. Watch out for his new perilous grab attack – dodge away immediately. His dive bomb attack is also dangerous; dodge to the side and punish him as he lands. Continue to deflect his combos and use the Firecracker when possible. The smoke bombs are more disorienting here, so stay focused and listen for his audio cues. Patience is key; don't rush in, and focus on surviving his onslaught while chipping away at his health.