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Shugoki

Shugoki

The Demon of the Mist

Dawn Empire - Samurai

The Shugoki is a massive warrior who wields a kanabo (spiked club) with devastating power. Known for his incredible health pool and hyper armor on heavy attacks, Shugoki can trade blows with any opponent and come out on top. His signature Demon's Embrace can turn the tide of battle by healing himself while damaging enemies.

Character Stats

Difficulty
Medium
Health
160
Damage
Very High
Role
Heavy

Key Abilities

Demon's Embrace

Signature Move

A powerful unblockable hug that deals massive damage and heals Shugoki. If it misses, Shugoki takes damage and is vulnerable. High risk, high reward move that can instantly swing momentum.

Hyper Armor

Passive

All charged heavy attacks have hyper armor, allowing Shugoki to trade hits with opponents. This makes him incredibly dangerous in team fights and 1v1 situations.

Headbutt

Bash

An unblockable headbutt that guarantees a light attack. Can be used after light attacks to maintain pressure and drain opponent stamina.

Gameplay Guide

Playstyle Overview

Shugoki excels at trading damage with opponents using his hyper armor. Use charged heavies to absorb attacks while dealing massive damage. Mix in Demon's Embrace to catch dodging opponents and heal yourself. In team fights, your large health pool and hyper armor make you a formidable presence.

Key Combos

Light → Headbutt → Light

Basic pressure combo for guaranteed damage.

Charged Heavy (trade) → Headbutt → Light

Use hyper armor to trade, then continue pressure.

Heavy Feint → Demon's Embrace

Catches dodge attempts for massive damage and healing.

Tips & Strategies

  • Use charged heavies to trade with opponents - your health pool can take it
  • Demon's Embrace is best used when opponent is low on stamina or after a feint
  • Headbutt drains stamina - use it to exhaust opponents
  • In team fights, focus on trading and disrupting enemy formations
  • Your zone attack has good range for clearing minions
  • Don't spam Demon's Embrace - missing it leaves you very vulnerable
  • Use your large hitbox to body block and protect teammates

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths:

  • Highest health pool in the game
  • Hyper armor on charged heavies allows favorable trades
  • Demon's Embrace can heal and deal massive damage
  • Excellent in team fights and ganks

Weaknesses:

  • Slow movement and attacks make him easy to kite
  • Missing Demon's Embrace is very punishing
  • Limited opener options against defensive opponents
  • Vulnerable to bash-based offense