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Nioh 3

How to Beat Baba Nobuharu

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How to Beat Baba Nobuharu

Baba Nobuharu is a boss in Nioh 3 during the Warring States Era. See how to beat Baba Nobuharu, as well as the weaknesses, drops, and location in this guide.

How to Beat Baba Nobuharu

Baba Nobuharu Boss Fight Tips






Chip Away with Ninjutsu and Talismans

Before engaging in close combat, unload your Ninjutsu to deal damage from afar while observing Baba Nobuharu's attacks.

Baba Nobuharu is weak to Lightning, making the Ninjutsu Uncanny Bolt and Thunderstorm Shot Talisman effective.

Bloodedge Demon Summoning Seal

The Bloodedge Demon summon deals Lightning damage if paired with a Lightning Guardian Spirit, such as Nekomata which is available early in the game.

You can obtain it as a summon by first defeating revenants to reveal its location, then defeating the Bloodedge Demon itself, which drops its Soul Core as a reward.

Bloodedge Demon Location and How to Beat

Punish from Behind

The best position to punish Baba Nobuharu's attacks are from behind. Dash through his attacks and attack without overcommitting.

Be careful as he can punish you as well with his tail slam which he follows up with an axe swing!

Be Wary of Fake Outs

Remain calm during the fight as Baba Nobuharu can create illusions to feign his attacks. This makes his red attacks and grab particularly dangerous, so don't Burst Break or evade too early. With the exception of his grab, don't forget that you can block attacks if you're unsure of the timing!

Play Defensively in the Dark Realm

Unless you've drained his Ki and can punish accordingly, focus on evading and keeping your distance while in the Dark Realm. Use Ninjutsu to deal damage safely while keeping an eye out for his water magic.

Farm Levels and Better Gear

If you're still struggling with Baba Nobuharu, don't hesitate to farm some levels and equip better gear before trying again.

How to Level Up Fast: Amrita Farming Guide

Summon Assistance from Acolytes

Summon an acolyte from nearby benevolent graves to serve as a distraction and help deal chip damage. You'll need Ochoko Cups to summon acolytes, which you can obtain by defeating revenants from bloody graves.

Use Talismans and Items for Buffs

Grant yourself attack buffs by using Power Talismans and Power Pills. Note that they do not stack and only refresh the duration of the attack buff.

Baba Nobuharu Weaknesses

Boss Weakness and Overview

Weaknesses ・Electrified
・Blustered
Resistances ・Scorched
・Saturated
Era Warring States
Main Mission The Battle of Futamata Castle
(Rec. Lvl.: 39)

Baba Nobuharu Drops and Rewards

・Leather Cestuses Lv. 44
・Genin's Splitstaff Lv. 44
・Hand Cannon Lv. 44
・Demon of Mino's Charm
・Samurai's Locks

Baba Nobuharu Location

Found in Futamata

Baba Nobuharu is found in Futamata at the Futamata Castle during the mission The Battle of Futamata Castle.

List of All Main Missions

Nioh 3 Related Guides

Bosses

List of All Bosses

List of Main Bosses

Warring States Era
Yamagata MasakageYamagata Masakage Jakotsu-babaJakotsu-baba Baba NobuharaBaba Nobuharu
Yamagata Masakage MikatagaharaYamagata Masakage (Yokai) Takeda ShingenTakeda Shingen Takeda Shingen SaigagakeTakeda Shingen (Yokai)
Heian Era
Great TenguGreat Tengu OtoroshiOtoroshi Ibaraki DojiIbaraki Doji
Kajiwara KagetokKajiwara Kagetoki Minamoto no YoritomoMinamoto no Yoritomo

List of Optional Bosses

Warring States Era
Bloodedge DemonBloodedge Demon Ryomen SukunaRyomen Sukuna Demon of PrideDemon of Pride
Otazu no KataOtzu no Kata Hino-EnmaHino-Enma YokiYoki
Hattori Hanzo Ninja Yoki Kyokotsu
Aggrieved Warrior - -

List of Formidable Enemies

Warring States Era
KamaitachiKamaitachi MezukiMezuki Green ShadowGreen Shadow's Blade
Blood-Spurting Ogin Naito Masatoyo Anayama Nobutada
Honda Tadakatsu Nuppeppo Onryoki

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