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Ghost of Yotei

Dojun Location and How to Beat

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Dojun is one of the main bosses during the Kitsune Questline in Ghost of Yotei. Learn more about her attack patterns, rewards, location, and a guide to beat Dojun here!

How to Beat Dojun

Dojun Fight Tips





Counter Dojun by Switching Weapons

Throughout the fight, Dojun will switch between the Kusarigama and his Katana with Shield. If he is using the Kusarigama, the best weapon to use is the Yari, as it lets you keep poking him while he tries to create distance. However, once he switches to the Katana and Shield, immediately switch to the Kusarigama, since it can deal extra stagger damage against shielded enemies.

Make sure to upgrade your weapons before the fight to maximize your damage.

How to Get the Yari How to Get the Kusarigama

Stay Close to Avoid Ranged Attacks

Do not let Dojun create distance while he is using the Kusarigama. He has several ranged attacks that cannot be blocked or parried. It is highly recommended to stay on top of him to prevent him from using these attacks. Note that Dojun will always start the fight with this move.

Combat Guide and Advanced Fighting Tips

Watch Out for the Disarm

When Dojun switches to his Katana and Shield, he will sometimes use an attack that can disarm you. This move shows a bright yellow glow whenever it is used and it can be countered with a heavy attack.

However, if you cannot react in time, it is better to just focus on dodging instead of risking damage.

Cannot Parry When Disarmed

If Dojun successfully disarms you, you will not be able to block or parry his attacks. When this happens, create distance to lure him away and quickly recover your weapon as soon as you have the chance.

How to Disarm

Listen for Dojun in the Smoke

Whenever Dojun throws a smoke bomb, it can be difficult to see him and avoid his attacks. Immediately press R3 to track his movements and look around to know where he is coming from. Dojun will only use this in the first phase and will not use it in the second phase.

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Build Up Stagger with Parry and Dodge

It is better to focus on parrying and blocking Dojun's attacks rather than being on the offensive. You can still build up his stagger meter by blocking or parrying, so use this to your advantage and only attack when he is vulnerable.

Dealing Enough Damage Breaks the Shield

Dealing Enough Damage Breaks the Shield
If you stagger and deal enough damage while he is holding his Katana and Shield, the Shield will break, making him more vulnerable to your attacks.

Dojun Location

Starts at Red Crane Inn

Once you reach the Kitsune's Fate subquest in The Kitsune questline, go to the Red Crane Inn to regroup with Oyuki. From there, follow her until you reach Dojun.

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Dojun Rewards

The Kitsune Story Completion

Dojun Boss Completion - How to Beat
Defeating Dojun lets you progress the main story and complete The Kitsune questline.

The Kitsune Quest Walkthrough

Onryo Armor Upgrade

Onryo Armor Reward
After the cutscene, you will receive an Onryo Armor Upgrade. Your current Onryo Armor level will be 3 or 4, depending on whether you have also completed The Oni questline.

Onryo Armor Stats and How to Get

Dojun Overview

Dojun Basic Information

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Enemy Size Normal
Weapons
Katana Icon Kusarigama Icon
Availability Chapter 1
Related Quest The Kitsune

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Lord Saito Oyuki Dojun
The Oni Takezo The Spider

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