Combat
Learn the fight, then refine the loadout.
Start here
Start with the actions you can perform reliably. Practise recognising an enemy’s next move, then use Martial Arts and skills to build a fighting style you enjoy.
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Combat beginner guide: controls, deflection, resources and healing
Learn the combat controls, read attack cues and resource bars, practise a reliable loop and recover safely before adding complex combos.
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Combat beginner guide: controls, deflection, resources and healing
Learn the combat controls, read attack cues and resource bars, practise a reliable loop and recover safely before adding complex combos.
Deflection practice: read red attacks, dodge gold and break Qi
Learn the difference between holding block and timing a deflect, practise delayed attacks and turn enemy Qi breaks into safe opportunities.
How to change difficulty and what Legend locks
Choose the right solo difficulty, understand Legend’s one-way restriction and separate combat settings from controls and challenge-specific rules.