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How to Beat Jakotsu-baba

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Nioh 3 - How to Beat Jakotsu-baba

Jakotsu-baba is a boss fight in Nioh 3. See how to beat Jakotsu-baba, as well as the weaknesses, drops, and location in this guide.

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How to Beat Jakotsu-baba

Jakotsu-baba Boss Fight Tips
Check icon Block Wide Sweeping Attacks
Check icon Break the Amrita Crystal on Her Head
Check icon Uses Grab Attack at Mid to Long Range
Check icon Counter Red Attacks

Block Wide Sweeping Attacks

Jakotsu-baba is fairly aggressive with quick, wide-sweeping attacks, which are usually safer to block than to dodge. Blocking in Samurai style's mid stance is highly effective and allows you to counterattack safely. You'll also be able to purify Yokai Realms while in Samurai style!

Note: The amount of Ki consumed when blocking is reduced by the Toughness stat in armor pieces.

Break the Amrita Crystal on Her Head

When Jakotsu-baba enters the Dark Realm phase, an Amrita crystal will emerge from her head. Break the crystal to deal massive damage to her Ki.

You can simply strike it when she isn't attacking and her head is hanging low. If you can't reach it, try to use Samurai style's high stance attacks, Ninja style's kunai, or jump attacks.

Uses Grab Attack at Mid to Long Range

Jakotsu-baba will sometimes use its unblockable grab attack if you stay at a distance. It has a lengthy wind up time and can be easily avoided by sidestepping.

Counter Red Attacks

Jakotsu-baba has multiple red attacks that you can take advantage of to quickly break her Ki. Their long winds-ups give you plenty of time to react.

Jakotsu-baba Red Attacks
1
Crush - Raises her weapon with both arms. Counter just before her club hits the ground.
2
Snake Slam - Pulls her left snake head far back. Counter just before getting hit.
3
Ice Shards - Winds up with her right snake head. Counter just after she shoots out the ice.
4
Lunge - Extends her head and lunges at you. Counter just before getting struck.

Jakotsu-baba Weaknesss

Boss Weakness and Overview

Weaknesses ・Electrified
・Blustered
Resistances ・Scorched
・Saturated
・Poisoned
Mission Crucible Manifested
Recommended Lv. 14

Jakotsu-baba Drops and Rewards

・Iron Switchglaive Lv. 15
・Simple Talons Lv. 15
・Tanegashima Matchlock Lv. 15
・Ninja's Locks
・Smithing Text: Twin-Snake Helmet

Jakotsu-baba Location

Found in Hamamatsu Castle Town Crucible

Jakotsu-baba is located at the Hamamatsu Castle Town Crucible in Tokaido. This boss is encountered during the mission Crucible Manifested.

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