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Scion of the Gods Guide

Scion of the Gods Quest Summary

Period: Bakumatsu - 1864 CE

The Imperial Palace was once the nexus of Japan's government, and it still commands great respect even after the shogunate's establishment in Edo. If Kunimatsu would sacrifice such a site to the Crucible, he surely intends to do the same to the entire country.

We must defeat Yoshinobu and his forces before they succeed in capturing the Imperial Palace—and with it, the Spirit Tree.

Scion of the Gods Walkthrough

[1] Continue through the Imperial Palace Crucible.

After entering the Crucible during "Final Hope", you will be tasked with this Mission.

[2] Search for Collectibles.

AREA 1 - Imperial Palace: Kenrei Gate

From the starting point, head right to unlock the nearby Bodhisattva Statue.

Pass through the gate, clearing out the enemies in your path, and then take a left.

Feel free to scavenge the area for loot. Once you're ready, head into the tunnel to progress.

Destroy the Spinning Crucinite enemies below and continue ahead. You’ll find a Spirit Vein at the end, which will take you to the next location.

AREA 2 - Imperial Palace: Grounds

When the second Bodhisattva Statue is activated, keep walking and follow the path down the slope.

Cross the rock formations to the opposite side, where you'll encounter a Magatsu Warrior and two enemies using cannons.

Point of Interest	Image	Details
Samurai's Locks		Use and fire the cannon at the spiked debris over the corpse to collect this Valuable.
Secret Skills Text: Concentrated Mist		Found inside a Chest within the nearby house.

Afterward, head out and open the door beside the lantern. Turn right and continue to the path past the red crystal.

Point of Interest	Image	Details
Ninja's Locks		Cross the bridge and you can find this inside a tent.

Exit the area and turn left to reach another Spirit Vein you can use.

As you enter the next house, prepare to fight more Spinning Crucinites and Grudge Spirits.

Point of Interest	Image	Details
Warrior's Text		If you see a pile of books in one of the rooms, destroy them to find a hidden Chest.

Locate the next Spirit Vein after leaving the house. It will transport you to the upper level.

Keep your eyes peeled for other items while exploring:

Point of Interest	Image	Details
Samurai's Locks		Can be looted from a small chest.
Crucible Wraith		Drop down onto the roof to defeat the Konaki-Jiji and claim its Soul Core.
Nurikabe		After that, progress further until you encounter this Wall Yokai.
Hot Spring		Once the Nurikabe is cleared, follow the unblocked path to find the Hot Spring.
Spirit Vein		Near the Hot Spring, you'll see another usable Spirit Vein.
Trunk Bridge		Kick this trunk to create a path.
Secret Skills Text: Patience of the Gods		Head inside the next house to find this Skill Text.

AREA 3 - Imperial Palace: Garden Pond

Just beyond the last Collectible, you will unlock the final Bodhisattva Statue inside a shed.

Make sure you're fully prepared before heading through the door! The boss encounter begins as soon as you enter.

[3] Defeat Okita Soji.

Important Note: If you haven't completed the "Peerless Katana" and "Solitary Blade" Sub-Missions, you have to face Okita Soji first before reaching Yoshinobu.

It will be extra challenging if you opt for the back-to-back boss battle, so it's highly recommended to finish the Side Quests first.

But if you have to battle Soji, here are a few Combat Tips to help you out:

・It is shown in the cutscene that Soji is wounded and weak, always exploit the opening when he coughs mid-battle.

・At half health, Soji begins drinking more from his Spirit Stone Gourd. His attacks become quicker and more dangerous, so keep your guard up!

Move	Showcase	Details
Grab Attack		If you’re too close to Soji and his hand glows yellow or gray, prepare to dodge this Move! He can grab you and throw you onto your back.
Dash Attack		Watch out for Soji's side-to-side dashes. If you get caught in this attack, it can stagger you. When you see the Red aura, use Burst Break to counter it.
Katana Slashes		He can also slash his weapon to attack you from afar. Dash to the side to avoid the projectiles!

[4] Defeat Tokugawa Yoshinobu.

Tokugawa Yoshinobu is the final boss of this Mission. He is a strong enemy who merges with a monstrous, two-headed Golden Shachi.

・Yoshinobu uses dual-katanas during the battle. In addition to the heavy attacks from the Shachi, you must stay alert for his rapid swings and slashes.

・Since he is a huge boss, you won't have a hard time landing hits. Keep your distance to react to his heavy strikes or close the gap when he's open.

Move	Showcase	Details
Water Blades		Yoshinobu can use his swords to create Water Blades. There are two versions of this Move: ・He charges up before releasing two spinning blades in your direction. ・The Shachi jumps into the air while Yoshinobu rapidly slashes downward to create multiple water slices.
Grab Attack		Look out for the Yellow/Gray glow on the Shachi's mouth. If it catches you, the Shachi will restrain you while Yoshinobu delivers a fatal plunging strike.
Slash and Tail Swing Combo		One combo you'll frequently see is Yoshinobu attacking with his katanas, immediately followed by a tail swing from the Shachi.
Orbit Slam		Shachi flies in a circular pattern before slamming itself into the ground.
Spinning Golden Shachi		Keep an eye out when Shachi rises into the air, swirls, and then charges toward you. If there's a Red glow, time your Burst Break to counter this Move!