Check out this Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice guide and walkthrough for the Ashina Reservoir ~ Vs. Lone Shadow Longswordsman boss fight. This includes gameplay tips, hints, techniques, tricks and more!
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Ashina Reservoir ~ vs. Lone Shadow Longswordsman Boss Fight
Ashina Reservoir ~ vs. Lone Shadow Longswordsman Boss Fight
| No. | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | From the Ashina Castle Sculptor's Idol, turn around and look right at the bridge for a tree to grapple on to |
| 2 | Cross by using your grappling hook |
| 3 | Instead of crossing the bridge, turn right immediately after the entrance |
| 4 | Drop down below to the tree using your grappling hook |
| 5 | Head straight until you reach the Sculptor's Idol. This unlocks fast travel point for Ashina Reservoir |
| 6 | Down the stairs are enemies you can eavesdrop |
| 7 | To your left, grapple to the tree trunks to get to the area across. Crouch down on the grass and enter the house via a small opening under it |
| 8 | Head out the other side and enter the grass. Follow it till you get to the cliff where you'll find a way across the side of the mountain |
| 9 | (Optional) At the base of the building is the boss "Seven Ashina Spears - Shikibu Toshikatsu Yamauchi" |
| 11 | If you go to the left side path, you'll reach the NPC Jinzaemon Kumano to trigger an event |
| 12 | Jump into the hole in front of Jinzaemon |
| 13 | Go straight the path and fight the mini boss "Lone Shadow Longswordsman" |
| 14 | There is a Sculptor's Idol if you proceed after clearing the boss |
7~10. There Are Many Enemies Which Can Be Ignored
Ignore the enemies along the way and save your HP for the bosses up ahead.
Available Items
7. Pills
Near the push car immediately after entering the Ashina Reservoir
9. Pills
The second floor of the building where Yamauchi is located
10. Gyoubu's Broken Horn
Inside the house in a chest at the path to right when going to Jinzaemon. Requires the Gatehouse Key to enter, obtained from the 2 guards on the bridge after eavesdropping and killing them.
Check Out All Item List Here!Seven Ashina Spears - Shikibu Toshikatsu Yamauchi Boss Strategy & Tips
Aim For Stealth Deathblow Before Engaging
By slowly approaching from behind, you can take out 1 HP node using the Stealth Deathblow.
Check Out How To Beat Seven Ashina Spears Yamauchi!Kill Surrounding Mobs
Surrounding enemies may interrupt your fight, making the engagement harder. Take them out first before approaching Yamauchi.
Lone Shadow Longswordsman Boss Fight Strategy & Tips
A Strong Enemy With Rapid Attacks
The Lone Longswordsman unleashes an endless stream of sword attacks and kicks. Since there's little time to recover, focus on evading his attacks.
Check Out How To Beat Lone Shadow Longswordsman!Counterattack After Guarding
After guarding his attack, Lone Longswordsman attacks with kicks and slashes. It is possible to break his combo with a properly timed attack.
Use Firecrackers To Disrupt His Combos
The firecrackers are handy in disrupting his attacks, giving you an opportunity to strike back.
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