In Nioh, there are various armor sets that give specific bonuses that synergize with different styles of play. One interesting armor set to obtain is the Master Swordsman’s Armor Set worn by Ashikaga Yoshiteru, the master of the Dual Katana.
Wearing the entire armor set composed of the Master Swordsman’s Armor: Kan (head), Do (torso), Kote (arm), Hizayoroi (legs) and Suneate (feet), as well as the Dual Katanas Futatsu-mei Norimune & Hone-bami Toshiro, will grant the bonus A Master Swordsman’s Power.
How to Get the Master Swordsman’s Armor Set
The Master Swordsman set and weapons are farmed from its wearer, Ashikaga Yoshiteru in the Dojo Mission The Grimmest Blades. To unlock this Dojo Mission, you’ll need to have 500,000 proficiency as well as having completed the Main Mission The Immortal Flame. He is extremely agile and precise in wielding his Dual Katanas, so do not rush in recklessly.
Click here to read our Ashikaga Yoshiteru Boss Guide.
A Master Swordsman’s Power Set Bonus provides some buffs for using the Dual Katanas, as well as useful Ki cost reduction and recovery effects. They synergize well with Ahikaga Yoshiteru’s aggressive and agile combat style.
A Master Swordsman’s Power Set Bonus
Please note that bonus percentages will vary depending on the level of the equipped item.
| Armor Pieces Worn | Bonus |
|---|---|
| 2 | Damage Reduction +2% Skill Usage Ki Reduction +12.2% |
| 4 | Close Combat Damage +10.2% Sign of the Cross Skill Damage +30% |
| 5 | Attack & Defense (Dual Swords) +10 |
| 6 | Ki Pulse Ki Recovery +30% |
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