Onimusha Blade Warriors
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(Playstation 2 - US, Action & Adventure)
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Capcom
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Capcom
Released On:
04 Jun 2004
Onimusha Blade Warriors is an action-packed adventure game that follows the story of Samanosuke Akechi, a young warrior who finds himself entangled in a web of magic and politics. As he delves deeper into the world of Oni, demons from Japanese mythology, he must confront his own destiny and team up with his sister to take down the evil forces threatening Japan.
Gameplay involves fast-paced combat, using a variety of swords and techniques to defeat enemies. Players can also control their characters' abilities, such as Samanosuke's magical powers, to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. The game features a variety of environments, from feudal Japan to mystical realms, which add to the excitement and challenge of the gameplay.
UPC-A:
5055060921869 (Europe)
Part #:
SLES-51913 (Europe)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
MEMORY CARD slot 2
MEMORY CARD slot 1
USB connector
controller port 1
controller port 2
disc tray
RESET button
(OPEN) button
Set Up
Set up your PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual.
Make sure the MAIN POWER switch (located on the back of the console) is turned on.
Press the RESET button. When the power indicator lights up, press the open button and the disc tray will open. Place the ONIMUSHA BLADE WARRIORS™ disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Press the open button again and the disc tray will close.
Attach game controllers and other peripherals, as appropriate. Follow on-screen instructions and refer to this manual for information on using the software.
Starting Up
ONIMUSHA BLADE WARRIORS™ supports the DUALSHOCK®2 analog controller and is designed for one to four players. Before beginning play, connect your controllers.
DUALSHOCK®2 ANALOG CONTROLLER CONFIGURATIONS
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For one player, connect the controller to Controller Port 1.
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For two players, connect two controllers to Controller Ports 1 and 2.
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For three or four players, connect a Multitap (for PlayStation®2) (sold separately) to Controller Port 1. Connect controller 1 to Controller Port A on the multitap. Connect controller 2 to Controller Port 2 on the console. Connect controllers 3 and 4 to Controller Ports C and D on the multitap.
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Note: For more information, please refer to the multitap instruction manual.
When Vibration is ON, the controller will vibrate in response to game events. You can turn Vibration ON/OFF in the Controls Menu, available from the Pause Menu.
Mode Select
When the Title screen appears, press START to display the Mode Select screen. Use the directional buttons to make selections and confirm a selection by pressing X.
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Story - For one player. Strengthen your favorite character as you play through his or her story. Follow the scenario for your selected character and attack your enemies. Use the Souls you collect to develop your character.
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VS. Mode - Up to four players can join in heated battle.
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Custom VS. - Battle using data you developed in Story Mode.
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Tutorial - Practice your battle skills, using a selected character.
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Options - Adjust various game settings.
Basic Combat Moves
Basic Attack
Press X to attack.
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Press repeatedly to swing multiple times. Use the directional buttons while attacking to trigger different kinds of attacks.
Charge
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By pressing continuously, you can save up energy to a maximum of Level 3. You can then either respond to attacks from your opponent or maintain the energy until you release the button.
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You can also strengthen your attack by combining Charge with the directional buttons or R1 (Ready position).
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Move the directional buttons while pressing, then release the directional buttons to trigger Wave Motion Sword!
Move/Change Levels
Use the directional buttons to move.
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Move the directional buttons ↑ ↑ to go up. Move ↓ ↓ to go down the level. While holding R1 move ↑ ↓ for to move along the levels.
Ready
Hold R1
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While you are in a Ready position, the movement methods are somewhat different. You lock-on to the enemy and may go around the back of the enemy.
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You can also use lock-on attacks.
Kick
Use O to perform a kick attack.
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Though this attack has weak power and is not good for defense the enemy will not be able to dodge it. So by all means exploit that gap and attack!
Critical Attacks
Just before the enemy attacks, press X.
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Critical Attacks damages your opponent heavily.
Orbs
Press R1 + O.
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When absorbing Orbs from the combat field or jewel box, press R1 + O to trigger a specialized attack: Fire, Wind or Thunder.
Absorb Souls
Press O to absorb Souls.
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A Soul appears when you defeat an enemy or destroy an object. When you see the Soul, press O to absorb it.
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When fighting your enemy for possession of a Soul, press O repeatedly to absorb the Soul more forcefully.
Soul Types
Different types of Souls have various colors and shapes. Some have positive effects and some have negative results. Be careful when deciding which ones to absorb. Their effects are instantaneous.
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Experience Soul - Strengthens your character (Story Mode only).
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Life Soul - Restores body energy.
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Victory Soul - Appears only when you cut down your opponent. Collect these to reach victory.
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Power Soul - Either increases or decreases your attack powers temporarily.
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Speed Soul - Either increases or decreases movements temporarily.
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Special Soul - Either increases or decreases your Special value.
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Poison Soul - Decreases your body energy.
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Invincibility Soul - Absorbing this grants brief invulnerability.
Defense
Press L1 to trigger your defenses.
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When you're being attacked, the Special Gauge shows the amount of damage you sustain. With each attack, your defense level decreases. Once the Special Gauge drains away, you'll incur damage even if you defend yourself. To avoid damage, press L1 right before the enemy attacks.
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The Special Gauge automatically recovers with time. It also increases or decreases depending on the Souls and Items you collect.
Critical Dodge
While in
Enemies & Characters
SAMANOSUKE AKECHI
The warrior who wields the Oni Gauntlet. He disappeared mysteriously after defeating Fortinbras at Gifu Castle and now sets out to defeat the Demons with his Oni power.
KAEDE
Fought the Demons with Samanosuke and searched for his whereabouts after the battle at Gifu Castle. Kaede will throw herself into the heat of battle no matter what the risk to life and limb.
KEIJIRO MAEDA
Famous eccentric swordsman. His gaudy dress conceals a warm heart. Rumored to have originally come from China, he wields a giant Nagamaki in battle.
GRUNT
This nameless warrior wanders the battlefields in hopes of an opportunity to raise his stature. Lucky for him he rarely has a break from war, or he would realize how bleak his future is.
JUBEI YAGYU
Oni blood flows through the veins of this mighty swordsman. He defeated the Demon Lord Nobunaga in the name of justice and has returned to battle after hearing Demons are on the move.
OYU OF ODANI
Nobunaga's younger sister. She fights alongside Jubei to defeat her monstrous brother and has returned to her home castle to find some tranquility after many fierce battles.
KOTARO FUMA
Young leader of the Fuma Ninja gang that serves the Houjyou family. He fought with Jubei against Nobunaga, and uses his masterful reconnaissance techniques to provide Jubei with intelligence.
EKEI ANKOKUJI
Spearmaster of the Hozoin school. This monk with a taste for the good life is still a top-class fighter with a sharp mind and has served the Mouri family since the battle with the Demons.
MARCELLUS
This engineered Demon, created from materials fetched from the Cave of Treachery, is Guildenstern's pride and joy. He wields a weapon resembling the Oni Gauntlet on his right arm.
JUJUDORMAH
A combination of a cunning mind and ferocious nature make Jujudormah one of the most feared Demons. Confident of her looks, she has an interest in the Demon Lord Nobunaga.
ZOMBIE WARRIOR
The first of Guildenstern's engineered Demons. This zombie makes up for his lack of intelligence with a powerful instinct for seeking out and destroying life.
THREE EYES
This engineered Demon was modeled after Ninja. Highly athletic, his agility far exceeds normal human levels, and he can be spotted by his three eerily glowing eyes.
Controls
directional buttons
Select option
button
Confirm selection
R1 button
Speed up cursor movement
or
Move in a straight line
while holding R1: or or
Dash
R2 button or right analog stick
Discard
L1 button
Block
L2 button or left analog stick
Switch lock-on target while in Ready position
START button
Pause/Resume
Items & Weapons
HP Heal
Restore vitality.
Special Heal
Restore the Special Gauge.
Attack Silence
Render opponents unable to attack.
Blinding Flash
Reverse opponents' operation and movements.
Kunai Dagger
Throw several at once.
Bomb
Once thrown, its explosion damages enemies in a wide area.
100 Hammer
Throw at opponents to damage multiple enemies with one attack.
Machine Gun
Repeatedly attack remote enemies.
Herb
These leaves increase Physical Power.
Medicine
Medicinal herbs rolled into pills increase Physical Power.
Power Jewel
This yellow stone strengthens Physical Power to its maximum level.
Raizan
Held by Samanosuke, this blade bears the power of lightning and increases the power of Lightning Orbs.
Enryu
A red Western twin blade sword infused with the power of flame. It increases the power of Fire Orbs.
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