Question 1

What stats or skills should I upgrade first in Sekiro?

Accepted Answer

The Mikiri Counter (Shinobi Arts) is the single most critical skill to unlock first, as it allows you to step on and counter unblockable thrust attacks for massive posture damage. Next, prioritize Shinobi Eyes and Breath of Life: Light. For stats, collect four Prayer Beads to upgrade Vitality/Posture and use Boss Memories to upgrade Attack Power.

Question 2

What should I do before fighting Genichiro Ashina on the castle roof?

Accepted Answer

Explore Hirata Estate to unlock the Flame Vent, Loaded Axe, and Mist Raven prosthetics. Gather at least 3-4 Prayer Necklaces (12-16 Prayer Beads) from early mini-bosses and upgrade your Healing Gourd to 6-7 charges. You can also explore Senpou Temple or Sunken Valley before tackling Genichiro.

Question 3

How does Dragonrot work and how do I cure it?

Accepted Answer

Dragonrot afflicts friendly NPCs when you die repeatedly and choose true death. As Dragonrot spreads, your Unseen Aid chance drops and NPCs cannot advance side quests. Cure all afflicted NPCs at once at any Sculptor's Idol using Emma's Recovery Charm and one Dragon's Blood Droplet.

Question 4

What is the absolute Point of No Return in Sekiro?

Accepted Answer

Defeating the Divine Dragon in Fountainhead Palace is the absolute Point of No Return. It sets Ashina Castle ablaze with the Ministry invasion, locking you out of Emma's dialogues, the Father's Bell Charm, and several NPC questlines for the Purification and Return endings.

Question 5

What are the requirements for all 4 endings in Sekiro?

Accepted Answer

1) Shura: Obey the Iron Code / side with Owl; 2) Immortal Severance: Protect Kuro, defeat Sword Saint Isshin; 3) Purification: Eavesdrop on Kuro/Emma, defeat Owl Father in Hirata Memory 2 to obtain Aromatic Flower; 4) Return: Assist Divine Child with snake viscera to obtain Frozen Tears.

Question 6

Where do I find all 10 Shinobi Prosthetic Tools?

Accepted Answer

Loaded Shuriken (Outskirts Gate Path), Shinobi Firecracker (Memorial Mob), Flame Vent & Loaded Axe (Hirata Estate), Mist Raven (Bamboo Slope Pagoda), Loaded Spear (Ashina Reservoir Gatehouse), Sabimaru (Castle Antechamber), Loaded Umbrella (Blackhat Badger), Divine Abduction (Gun Fort), Finger Whistle (Guardian Ape).

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