Nioh 3 Best Stats Guide
Find the best stats for your Nioh 3 build. Understand what each of the 7 core stats does, which weapons they scale with, and how to allocate points for maximum effectiveness.
Overview
Understanding the best stats for your build is essential in Nioh 3. The game features 7 core stats that determine your character's effectiveness in combat. Choosing the best stats depends on your weapon and playstyle. Stats can be increased by spending Amrita at Shrines, or reallocated using a Book of Reincarnation.
Core Stats
Constitution体
Life (HP)Greatly affects your Life (HP). Essential for survivability, especially for players new to the series.
Tip: Invest early for survivability. Essential for tanky builds.
Heart心
Ki, Ki RecoveryAffects Ki (stamina) and Ki recovery speed. More Ki means longer combos and better survivability.
Tip: Critical for aggressive playstyles. 20-30 is a good baseline.
Stamina剛
Life, Equipment WeightAffects your Life and maximum equipment weight. Required for wearing heavier armor without penalties.
Tip: Raise until you can wear your desired armor tier at B agility.
Skill技
Arts Proficiency, NinjutsuAffects Arts Proficiency power and Ninjutsu effectiveness. Key stat for Ninja-style builds.
Tip: Essential for Ninja builds. Also improves weapon proficiency gain.
Strength武
Ki Damage (Martial Arts)Affects Ki damage dealt by Martial Arts. Important for breaking enemy stances quickly.
Tip: Good for heavy hitters focused on breaking enemy Ki.
Intellect智
Effect Duration, Ki RecoveryA new stat in Nioh 3 that affects buff/debuff duration and Ki recovery speed. Versatile support stat.
Tip: New to Nioh 3. Good for builds relying on buffs/debuffs.
Magic呪
Onmyo Magic EffectsAffects the power and effects of Onmyo Magic spells. Required for Onmyo-focused builds.
Tip: Essential for Onmyo builds. 30+ for serious casters.
Weapon Scaling Quick Reference
Each weapon scales with 3 stats. The primary scaling stat provides the most damage bonus.
| Weapon | Primary | Secondary | Tertiary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sword (太刀) | Heart | Strength | Intellect |
| Dual Swords (双刀) | Heart | Strength | Magic |
| Spear (槍) | Constitution | Heart | Skill |
| Odachi (大太刀) | Stamina | Strength | Magic |
| Axe (大斧) | Constitution | Stamina | Strength |
| Switchglaive (薙刀鎌) | Skill | Intellect | Magic |
| Cestus (手甲) | Heart | Stamina | Strength |
| Ninja Sword (忍刀) | Strength | Skill | Intellect |
| Dual Ninja Swords (忍双刀) | Heart | Intellect | Magic |
| Kusarigama (鎖鎌) | Constitution | Skill | Magic |
| Tonfa (拐) | Constitution | Strength | Skill |
| Hatchets (手斧) | Stamina | Skill | Intellect |
| Splitstaff (分銅棍) | Strength | Intellect | Magic |
| Talons (手甲鉤) | Heart | Stamina | Intellect |
Leveling Tips
Early Game (Level 1-50)
- Focus on Constitution (15-20) for survivability
- Invest in your primary weapon scaling stat
- Get Heart to 15-20 for comfortable Ki management
- Don't spread stats too thin
Mid Game (Level 50-100)
- Push your primary damage stat toward soft cap
- Add Stamina if you want heavier armor
- Start investing in secondary scaling stats
- Consider Magic/Skill for utility spells
End Game (Level 100+)
- Hit soft caps on primary scaling stats
- Round out survivability stats
- Optimize for your specific build requirements
- Use Book of Reincarnation to respec if needed
Soft Caps
Stats have diminishing returns after certain thresholds. Based on previous Nioh games:
General soft cap guidelines:
- First soft cap: ~20-30 (reduced gains after)
- Second soft cap: ~60-80 (significantly reduced gains)
- Hard cap: 99 (maximum stat value)