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Nobushi

Nobushi

The Graceful Warrior

Dawn Empire - Samurai

The Nobushi is an elegant warrior who wields a naginata with deadly precision. She excels at keeping enemies at range with her long weapon, applying bleed damage, and punishing aggressive opponents. Her defensive stance and hidden stance allow her to flow between offense and defense seamlessly.

Character Stats

Difficulty
Hard
Health
120
Damage
High
Role
Hybrid

Key Abilities

Hidden Stance

Signature Move

A unique stance that allows Nobushi to dodge all attacks while maintaining the ability to counter-attack. Can be used to flow into powerful mix-ups and avoid incoming damage.

Bleed Damage

Passive

Many of Nobushi's attacks apply bleed damage over time. Bleeding opponents take increased damage from her attacks, making her incredibly dangerous once she lands the first hit.

Kick

Bash

An unblockable kick that guarantees a light attack. Can be used from Hidden Stance or after certain attacks to maintain pressure and create distance.

Gameplay Guide

Playstyle Overview

Nobushi excels at mid-range combat, using her naginata's reach to keep opponents at bay. Apply bleed damage early, then capitalize on the damage bonus. Use Hidden Stance to avoid attacks and counter with devastating follow-ups. Maintain distance and punish aggressive opponents who try to close the gap.

Key Combos

Light → Light → Kick → Light

Basic combo to apply bleed and maintain pressure.

Hidden Stance → Kick → Light

Dodge attack, then punish with guaranteed damage.

Heavy → Feint → Hidden Stance → Heavy

Bait parry attempt, dodge, then counter-attack.

Tips & Strategies

  • Maintain distance - your naginata has superior range
  • Apply bleed early to maximize damage bonus
  • Use Hidden Stance to avoid mix-ups and bashes
  • Kick is excellent for creating space when pressured
  • Zone attack has good range for clearing minions
  • Practice Hidden Stance timing - it's crucial for defense
  • In team fights, stay at range and apply bleed to multiple enemies

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths:

  • Excellent range with naginata
  • Bleed damage increases overall damage output
  • Hidden Stance provides strong defensive option
  • Good at controlling space and team fights

Weaknesses:

  • Lower health pool makes her fragile
  • Struggles against opponents who close distance
  • Hidden Stance drains stamina quickly
  • Requires good spacing and positioning