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ConsideringRise Of The Ronin’shigh stakes, it’s easy to assume that fatalities are the only option in this 19th-century Soulslike. However, the game’s complex political storyline and interweb of relationships reveal that unmerited bloodshed can result in severe consequences. There are many instances when it is better to avoid lethal measures entirely.
After some progression in the campaign, you’ll learn about No-Kill Missions and non-lethal combat. Knowing where to purchase non-lethal weapons and how to fight unarmed is vital to succeeding in these endeavors. Fortunately, non-lethal combat is a straightforward concept with little difference from the lethal combat you’ve studied up to this point.
What Are No-Kill Missions?
As the name suggests,No-Kill missions require you to avoid enemy casualties. This requirement usually stems from story-driven reasons. For instance, maybe you need to keep a low profile, or the enemies you’re attacking share a close relationship with an ally.
In addition to Ronin, Grass-Roots, and Bond Missions, you’ll also haveNo-Kill Chance Encounters. These situations often involve breaking up a fight or distracting a group of drunkards.
How To Complete No-Kill Missions
You can complete No-Kill Missions byfighting unarmed or with wooden weapons (‘training weapons’ when referring to sabres and bayonets). So, switching out your equipment to fit these specifications is crucial before starting a No-Kill Mission. When yourallies see you using non-lethal combat, they will follow suit.
How can you tell you’re fighting non-lethally? You’ll see adifference in enemy behaviorafter defeating them. They’ll continue moving on the ground, holding onto their head or attending to another wounded part of their body.
It’s possible to performnon-lethal assassinations and Killer Blades as well. Non-lethal assassinations will put your opponent in a sleeper hold until they pass out. There will never be any decapitation or body dismemberment when performing a non-lethal Killer Blade; instead, your foe will become incapacitated.
Where Can I Find Wooden (Training) Weapons?
Fighting with wooden/training weapons is the preferred method for completing No-Kill missions. After all, you’ll have more combat styles and battle techniques. Quality wooden/training weapons will also impart more damage than your fists.
you may buy wooden/training weapons from theTrader at the Sakura Inn in Yokohama. We recommend purchasing a wooden/training version of your two most frequently equipped primary weapons. Raise your Anti-Shogunate Faction Bond to receive discounts.
The equipment level and stats of the wooden/training weapons sold at Sakura Inn willincrease to accommodate your current level.So, it pays to revisit the Sakura Inn Trader on occasion.
How Is Unarmed Combat Different From Armed Combat?
You can’t wholly avoid unarmed combat in Rise Of The Ronin. For instance, you may find yourself in a mission where you have been stripped of your weapons. In these situations, you must rely on unarmed combat to succeed.
So, how is unarmed combat different from armed combat in Rise Of The Ronin? Here are some key takeaways you should know:
