After reading it, move straight ahead and learn how to climb.
Upon reaching the cliff, press the key to get closer to the wall.
Move onto the higher ledge this way.
Sneak through the bushes.
You cannot be noticed, as the main protagonist does not have any weapons yet.
Sneak underneath the building.
On your way, you will get your first chance to eavesdrop on your opponents' conversation.
This is always an optional action - in the future, you will be able to learn about e.g.
traps, upcoming battles, and hidden treasures.
Keep moving without entering the bushes.
Reach the next chasm.
Approach the ledge, drop down, move left, and hang down.
Reach the spot where you’ve got the option to climb again.
Jump towards the higher ledges and continue climbing until you enter the tower and a cutscene about meetingKurois initiated.
You will receive theKusabimaru katana - henceforth, you’re able to attack your foes.
Kuro will also give you theHealing Gourd,you’re able to use to heal your wounds.
Use the Gourd immediately to heal your character.
You will find thePellet.
They also can be used to heal your character, however, this is a long processPelletsare disposable.
Leave the tower and engage nearby enemies.
you’re free to also perform sneak attacks on your enemies (more on that in theSneakingsection).
you’re free to repeat the failed part of this stage.
The most difficult opponent to defeat during the prologue isLeader Shigenori Yamauchi.
Focus on parrying his attacks to gradually charge the orange posture bar and perform the Deathblow.
Repeat that so that the mini-boss loses his second red dot.
The large gate is closed, so go right.
Go over the tree and jump to the edge.
Luckily, this opponent is weak.
It is best to attack him with a series of katana blows without worrying about parrying.
Go to the Edge, drop down, and move to the side.
Let go after you are over a stable ground.
Jump down again and reach the door.
Try opening it and confirm the desire to summon Kuro.
Go through the cave to enter the clearing whereGenichiro Ashinais.
At this moment, your character is too weak to cope with this boss.
Death is inevitable and necessary to proceed with the story.
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