While Ghost of Yotei boasts an engaging and interactive open world, it can present a considerable challenge, especially for players who prefer a more casual gaming experience. One area that stands out in this installment is the evolution of combat mechanics, which have ramped up significantly compared to its predecessor.
This game introduces several nuanced mechanics that aren’t explicitly explained, leaving many players, including my friends, scratching their heads. You are certainly not the only one feeling puzzled!
The most common point of confusion revolves around the Weapon Aligned state. To help clarify this for everyone, I’ve compiled a concise guide on how the Weapon Alignment mechanic works.
Understanding Weapon Alignment
A primary source of concern for players may stem from the benefits associated with the Armor of the Undying, obtained through one of the game’s various Mythic Tales.
Once you grasp the essence of this complex mechanic, you will discover that this armor piece can become your go-to choice, especially if you excel at switching weapons in combat scenarios.
Weapon Aligned refers to the state where you utilize the appropriate weapon against its opposing counterpart. It operates much like Jin’s stances in Ghost of Tsushima, echoing a familiar rock-paper-scissors dynamic.
For your convenience, I’ve outlined the weapon counters below:
|
Weapon |
Effective Against |
|---|---|
|
Wolf Blade (Katana) |
Effective against other Katanas. It serves as Atsu’s primary choice in most duels. |
|
Dual Katana |
Best against Polearms, as its rapid heavy strikes can easily unbalance polearm users. |
|
Kusarigama |
Ideal against shielded foes, this weapon excels at breaking through defenses using the “Claw and Talon”Technique. |
|
He was |
Fantastic against Sickles; the Typhoon Kick is particularly effective at staggering sickle-wielding enemies. |
|
Odachi |
Works against Brutes; although versatile, it’s especially useful against these challenging enemies. |
Advantages of Weapon Alignment
You may be wondering, “Why go through the effort of aligning my weapon?”The truth is, while you certainly can wield any weapon you choose, there are significant advantages to being Weapon Aligned.
Utilizing the correct weapon enhances Atsu’s stagger and weapon damage. This is especially crucial on harder difficulties, such as the notorious Lethal mode.
Additionally, heavy attacks executed while Weapon Aligned will inflict increased stagger damage. This becomes pivotal in both large-scale enemy encounters and one-on-one duels, where quick weapon swaps help sustain momentum in combat.
Moreover, this mechanic incentivizes players to explore and unlock all of Atsu’s weapons by visiting weapon masters throughout the game’s regions.
If you are a newcomer, I recommend targeting the Oni first to acquire the Yari; this will significantly ease your battles against the Kitsune’s boss fight.
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