Overview
Ashina Outskirts teaches you:
- Vertical stealth
- Posture vs HP damage
- The first major boss: **Gyoubu Oniwa**
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Phase 1 – From Dilapidated Temple to Outskirts Wall
1. Talk to the Sculptor and Emma.
2. From the first idol, grapple between rooftops to bypass large groups.
3. Practice backstabs on isolated enemies.
Secret
- Behind a house near the first riflemen is a small ledge with extra **Pellets** and scrap.
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Phase 2 – Ogre and Locked Gate
1. Free the Chained Ogre by approaching the gate.
2. Learn to:
- Dodge grabs with **forward sidesteps**
- Use fire (when you get the Flame Vent) to stun him.
Defeating him and nearby generals nets Prayer Beads for your first Necklace.
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Phase 3 – Approaching Gyoubu's Arena
1. Clear or sneak past the courtyard soldiers.
2. Activate the idol before the battlefield.
3. Stock up on:
- Healing Gourd charges
- Pellets
- Oil (for fire later)
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Phase 4 – Gyoubu Oniwa Strategy
Key ideas:
- Stay at **mid-range** to bait his charges.
- Use your **grappling hook** when the icon appears to:
- Zip in
- Land free hits
Posture Battle
- Constantly chip his posture:
- Light attacks after grapples
- Occasional deflects on easier swings
- Don't obsess over HP; a posture break is your win condition.
Once he falls, you receive your first Memory for attack upgrade and a sense of Sekiro's unique combat flow.