How to Beat Ibaraki Doji in Nioh 3
Ibaraki Doji is a yokai wielding a large katana with a monstrous, electrified hand.
Overview
Ibaraki Doji is a yokai wielding a large katana with a monstrous, electrified hand. Almost all of her moves deal electrical damage, making lightning resistance equipment essential. She combines fast blade attacks with electric arcs and summons electrified hands during Dark Realm phase. The key is blocking without overcommitting — perfect blocks recover stamina and create punish windows.
Recommended Setup
Recommended Level
80+
Element to Use
Fire (Primary)
Bring Fire Talismans and Quick-Change Scrolls. Consider using the Purity Odachi build for this fight.
Boss Moves
indicates a dangerous attack that should be prioritized for dodging.
| Move | Type | Tell | Counter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Projectiles | ranged | Swings katana creating two crescent shapes | Dodge sideways — she's vulnerable if you're close during this |
| Electrified Thrust | melee | Sword crackles with lightning, thrusts forward | Dodge the thrust, then dodge the follow-up lightning bolts |
| Backward Spin | aoe | Summons three electrified hands around her | Stay to her side or back away — hands slam the ground |
| Massive Electric Hand | aoe | Channels energy into one giant electric hand above | Sprint behind her — long recovery for strong combo punish |
| Grab Attack | grab | Extends electrified arm forward slowly | Dodge sideways, punish on miss |
| Lightning Slap | melee | Quick slap with long immobile recovery | Block, then attack during long recovery — free healing window |
Strategy by Phase
In Phase 1, Ibaraki Doji uses basic attacks. Learn these patterns before the fight intensifies.
Phase 1 Moves
| Move | Type | Tell | Counter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Projectiles | ranged | Swings katana creating two crescent shapes | Dodge sideways — she's vulnerable if you're close during this |
| Electrified Thrust | melee | Sword crackles with lightning, thrusts forward | Dodge the thrust, then dodge the follow-up lightning bolts |
| Backward Spin | aoe | Summons three electrified hands around her | Stay to her side or back away — hands slam the ground |
| Massive Electric Hand | aoe | Channels energy into one giant electric hand above | Sprint behind her — long recovery for strong combo punish |
| Grab Attack | grab | Extends electrified arm forward slowly | Dodge sideways, punish on miss |
| Lightning Slap | melee | Quick slap with long immobile recovery | Block, then attack during long recovery — free healing window |
Tips for Beating Ibaraki Doji
- Equip lightning resistance equipment and talismans — almost all moves deal electrical damage
- Perfect blocks are essential — they recover stamina and avoid Ki depletion
- Do not overcommit — capitalize on small openings between attacks
- Massive Electric Hand has a long recovery — sprint behind her for strong combos
- Save Living Artifact for the second Dark Realm phase
- Fire damage with Ninjutsu is very effective — apply between melee engagements
Drops & Rewards
| Item | Type | Rarity | Drop Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibaraki Doji Soul Core | soul-core | rare | ~15% |
| Oni Horn | material | rare | - |
| Smithing Text: Rajomon Blade | material | exotic | ~5% |
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Last Updated: Feb 25, 2026Game Version: v1.04