The Kusari-gama is roughly translated as the Chain Sickle. It’s known for flying and darting around. When it does, it slashes and tears through its targets. One end holds a sickle for slicing. On the other end, it has a weight to control the path of flight. This weapon can both slash and bludgeon its enemies. In Nioh, the Kusari-Gama one of the main hand weapons of William Adams.
Unlike the spear, katana, and dual katana, the kusari-gama prides itself on distance.
Kusari-Gama Skills List
Below contains a list of the Kusari-Gama Skills grouped according to Samurai Skill Points Cost. It provides a summary of the Skill Names, Effects, Rank Requirement, Skill Type, Input, and Prerequisite.
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grapple | Grapples an enemy who is out of Ki then follows up with equipped weapon. | Novice | 1 | Active | Triangle for opponent out of Ki | N/A |
| Flux | Changing to another stance on a successful Ki Pulse increases the amount of Ki recovered. | Adept | 1 | Active | – | N/A |
| Ki Pulse: Man | Mid stance skill. Activates when you recover full Ki from a Ki Pulse. Raises the damage caused by your next attack. | Novice | 1 | Active | – | N/A |
| Ki Pulse: Earth | Low stance skill. Activates when you recover full Ki from a Ki Pulse. Raises the damage caused by your next attack. | Novice | 1 | Active | – | N/A |
| Ki Pulse: Heaven | High stance only. Activates when you recover full Ki from a Ki Pulse. Raices the damage caused by your next attack. | Novice | 1 | Active | – | N/A |
| Living Water: Earth | Low stance only. Enables you to use Ki Pulses even when dodging | Novice | 1 | Active | – | Ki Pulse: Earth |
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flux II | Increases ki recovery when you switch stances during Flux. | Veteran | 2 | Active | – | Flux |
| Reaper | Slashes the enemy with the kusarigama’s sickle. (Press button repeatedly to vary the techniques.) | Novice | 2 | Active | Triangle while Guarding | Grapple |
| Whirlwind Kick | Kicks the enemy. | Novice | 2 | Active | Square while guarding | N/A |
| Serpent Strike | High stance only. Throws the kusari-gama’s sickle at an enemy to draw them close. Can also propel you forward. | Novice | 2 | Active | Hold Triangle | N/A |
| Waterfall | Mid stance only. Parries an enemy attack, throwing them backwards | Adept | 2 | Active | Triangle while guarding | Ki Pulse: Man |
| Black Vines | Low/Mid stance only. Throws the kusari-gama’s metal weight at an enemy. It can either pull the enemy towards you. Or, it can pull you towards the enemy. | Novice | 2 | Active | Hold square | N/A |
| Tangle Strike I | Mid/Low stance only. Slams the opponent down with a strike using the kusari-sama’s weight. | Novice | 2 | Active | Triangle at End of Combo | N/A |
| Retreating Strike | Low stance only. Combo begins with backstep and pelts enemy with the kusari-gama’s metal weight. | Adept | 2 | Active | Triangle at End of Combo | Ki Pulse: Earth |
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Twilight | Increases your attack. Affects the amount of Ki damage you receive. Can only be used when your sword is sheathed | Veteran | 3 | Active | Hold R1+Circle | Reaper |
| Leaping Strike | Slashes upward with the kusari-gama while jumping. | Adept | 3 | Active | Guard while pressing triangle | Whirlwind Kick |
| Crimson Flurry | High stance only. Swing the kusari-gama around to strike enemy repeatedly. | Adept | 3 | Active | Triangle while Guarding | Serpent Strike |
| Foot Sweep | High stance only. Uses the metal weight to sweep off the opponent. | Novice | 3 | Active | Triangle while guarding | Ki Pulse: Heaven |
| Masterful Guard | Mid stance only. Guard just before an incoming hit to knock the attacker off balance. | Veteran | 3 | Active | – | Waterfall |
| Tangle Strike II | After performing Tangle Slice, press Triangle to perform a slicing attack. | Adept | 3 | Passive | – | Tangle Strike I |
| Living Water: Man | Mid stance only. Enables you to use Ki Pulses even when dodging | Novice | 3 | Active | – | Ki Pulse: Man |
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Moon Kata: I | When your health is at max, your close combat damage is increased by 6% | Veteran | 4 | Passive | – | Retreating Strike |
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Water: Heaven | High stance only. Enables you to use Ki Pulses even when dodging. | Novice | 5 | Active | – | Ki Pulse: Heaven |
| Shadow Strike I | Increases damage dealt to enemies from behind by 6% | Adept | 5 | Passive | – | Waterfall |
| Skill | Effects | Rank Required | Samurai Skill Points Required | Skill Type | Input | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waxing Crescent | Increases both attack and Ki damage when using kusari-gama’s sickle. Reduces the amount of Ki used. | – | 7 | Mystic Art | – | Cleared Mission “???” |
| Shooting Star | Increases both attack and Ki damage caused by the kusari-gama’s metal weight. Reduces amount of Ki used. | – | 7 | Mystic Art | – | Cleared Mission “???” |
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