N3
Samurai

Cestus手甲

Blunt fist weapons designed for breaking enemy Ki. New to Nioh 3, offering aggressive close-range combat with rapid strikes.

Samurai Style: Uses Ki Pulse (残心) and three stances (High/Mid/Low). Focus on timing and stance management for optimal damage.Learn more →

Characteristics

  • •Excellent Ki damage
  • •Fast attack speed
  • •Very short range
  • •New weapon type in Nioh 3

Recommended Builds

Fists BerserkerB Tier

An aggressive close-range build using fists for rapid combos. High risk, high reward playstyle that demands precise positioning and Ki management.

Combat Tips

• Master Ki Pulse timing to maintain pressure and recover stamina quickly.

• Use stance switching mid-combo to access different movesets and confuse enemies.

• High stance for damage, Mid for balance, Low for speed and evasion.

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Data Source: Game8, FextralifeLast Updated: Feb 2026