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Nioh 3
How to Beat Ryomen Sukuna
Ryomen Sukuna is a boss in Nioh 3 during the Warring States Era. See how to beat Ryomen Sukuna, as well as the weaknesses, drops, and location in this guide.
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How to Beat Ryomen Sukuna
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Use Hit-and-Run Tactics
Employ hit-and-run tactics, focusing on its sides, since Ryomen Sukuna can attack from both front and rear. Ninja style is recommended for this play style due to the mobility.
Equip the Ninja skills Yokai Banisher and Evil-Dispelling Evade to purify Yokai Realms that hinder your Ki regeneration.
Attack While Ii Naotora Has Aggro
Ii Naotora joins you in this fight and is a reliable partner that can contribute damage. Use her as bait by attacking when she has Ryomen Sukuna's attention.
Avoid Puddles When Burst Breaking
Watch out for the puddles of water when Ryomen Sukuna performs its red attack. It deals multiple instances of water damage and inflicts Saturated, making you take more damage from attacks.
Mind the Ground for Bow Attacks
Look out for the blue markers on the ground when Ryomen Sukuna uses its bow, especially in the Dark Realm. Disengage quickly if it floods its surrounding area to avoid heavy water damage.
Farm Levels and Better Gear
If you're still struggling with Ryomen Sukuna, 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
Use talismans and items such as Power Talismans and Power Pills to boost your attack. Note that they do not stack and only refresh the duration of the attack buff.
Waterstop and Firestop Talismans are useful for mitigating both water and fire damage.
Ryomen Sukuna Weaknesses
Boss Weakness and Overview
| Weaknesses |
・Scorched ・Saturated |
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| Resistances |
・Scorched ・Saturated ・Paralyzed |
| Era | Warring States |
| Side Mission | Fated Land |
Ryomen Sukuna Drops and Rewards
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・Ryomen Sukuna's Sword Lv. 35 ・Ryomen Sukuna's Axe Lv. 35 (+1) ・Ryomen Sukuna's Bow Lv. 35 ・Samurai's Locks |
Ryomen Sukuna Location
Found in Iinoya
Ryomen Sukuna is found in the Ryotan Temple at Iinoya during the side mission Fated Land.
List of Myths and Side Missions
Nioh 3 Related Guides
List of Main Bosses
| Warring States Era | |||||
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 Yamagata Masakage |
 Jakotsu-baba |
 Baba Nobuharu |
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 Yamagata Masakage (Yokai) |
 Takeda Shingen |
 Takeda Shingen (Yokai) |
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| Heian Era | |||||
 Great Tengu |
 Otoroshi |
 Ibaraki Doji |
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 Kajiwara Kagetoki |
 Minamoto no Yoritomo
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List of Optional Bosses
| Warring States Era | ||
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 Bloodedge Demon |
 Ryomen Sukuna |
 Demon of Pride |
 Otzu no Kata |
 Hino-Enma |
 Yoki |
| Hattori Hanzo | Ninja Yoki | Kyokotsu |
| Aggrieved Warrior | - | - |
List of Formidable Enemies
| Warring States Era | ||
|---|---|---|
 Kamaitachi |
 Mezuki |
 Green Shadow's Blade |
| Blood-Spurting Ogin | Naito Masatoyo | Anayama Nobutada |
| Honda Tadakatsu | Nuppeppo | Onryoki |
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