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Long Sword

Spirit Gauge counter builds

Type

blademaster

Complexity

intermediate

Playstyle

Spirit Gauge counter builds

PvE Effectiveness

5/5 Extreme

Overview

The Long Sword is a graceful, counter-heavy weapon built around the Spirit Gauge mechanic and Iai Spirit Slash counters. In Rise, the Silkbind Sakura Slash and Soaring Kick add powerful combo finishers that raise your Spirit Level quickly. Mastering Foresight Slash and Special Sheathe counters makes you nearly untouchable.

Strengths

  • +Foresight Slash and Iai counters provide near-invincibility
  • +Spirit Gauge system rewards aggressive play with damage buffs
  • +Excellent reach and fluid combo transitions

Weaknesses

  • -Counter-reliant playstyle requires precise timing
  • -Trips allies frequently in multiplayer without Flinch Free
  • -Spirit Gauge management adds complexity to combat flow

Weapon Tips

  • 1Master Foresight Slash timing -- it is your primary defensive and offensive tool.
  • 2Special Sheathe into Iai Spirit Slash is your strongest counter.
  • 3Sakura Slash Silkbind instantly raises Spirit Level -- use it for quick buffs.
  • 4Keep your Spirit Gauge at Red level for maximum damage output.
  • 5Soaring Kick into Helm Breaker is your highest burst damage combo.