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Last update:26 March 2019
Backstab Deathblow is a unique attack inSekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
Read this page of our guide to learn how to use this attack during a fight.
You get it by purchasingVault Overskill in the Shinobi Arts tree.
This skill is worth 2 skill points.
However, you oughta purchase two other skills first before you are able to get it.
How to use Backstab Deathblow during a fight?
Attack any enemy and deplete their posture bar - that enemy will be stunned.
Don’t perform the regular Deathblow.
Instead,vault over the enemy- tilt the analog stick towards that opponent and press the jump button.
Press R1 / RB when you get behind the enemy’s back.
Even if that enemy doesn’t die, they will receive more damage from this variation of Deathblow.
The first technique you get is calledBloodsmoke Ninjutsu.
Set it as active (see the picture above).
This ninjutsu technique requires 6 Spirit Emblems to use.
If you don’t have enough of them, you won’t be able to use it.
Instead, Sekiro will just attack with his katana.
Puppeteer Ninjutsuis another technique that it’s possible for you to use after a Backstab Deathblow.
This ninjutsu requires 5 Spirit Emblems.
Capture Folding Screen Monkeys in the illusion to unlock this skill.
You visit that illusion in Senpou Temple (this is part of the main storyline).
The second press of the attack button won’t kill a weakened enemy.
Instead, that opponentwill become your ally.This enemy will start attacking their previous allies.
Use Puppeteer Ninjutsu on more powerful enemies.
Stronger allies should last longer on a battlefield.
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