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How to Beat Yatsu-no-Kami in Nioh 3

Yatsu-no-Kami is a massive serpent yokai with multiple snake heads.

Overview

Yatsu-no-Kami is a massive serpent yokai with multiple snake heads. This challenging boss requires awareness of attacks from multiple directions. Its poison attacks can quickly overwhelm unprepared players, making Antidotes essential.

Boss Moves

indicates a dangerous attack that should be prioritized for dodging.

MoveTypeTellCounter
Triple BitemeleeThree heads rear back simultaneouslyDodge to the side, not backward
Tail SweepmeleeBody coils, tail risesJump or dodge forward over it
Poison SprayrangedMain head opens mouth wideRun sideways to avoid cone
Serpent SummonaoeSlithers underground brieflyWatch for ground disturbance
ConstrictgrabBody lunges forward lowDodge sideways immediately

Strategy by Phase

In Phase 1, Yatsu-no-Kami uses basic attacks. Learn these patterns before the fight intensifies.

Phase 1 Moves

MoveTypeTellCounter
Triple BitemeleeThree heads rear back simultaneouslyDodge to the side, not backward
Tail SweepmeleeBody coils, tail risesJump or dodge forward over it
Poison SprayrangedMain head opens mouth wideRun sideways to avoid cone
ConstrictgrabBody lunges forward lowDodge sideways immediately

Tips for Beating Yatsu-no-Kami

  • Bring plenty of Antidotes - poison buildup is fast
  • Attack the smaller snake heads to stagger
  • Fire damage prevents poison from stacking
  • In Phase 2, stay mobile to avoid Serpent Summons

Drops & Rewards

ItemTypeRarityDrop Rate
Yatsu-no-Kami Soul Coresoul-corerare~15%
Serpent Scalematerialcommon-
Smithing Text: Serpent's Fangmaterialexotic~5%

Recommended Builds for this Boss

Data Sources

Last Updated: Feb 25, 2026Game Version: v1.04