The Ultimate Guide to Combat Fundamentals | Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

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  • Опубліковано 27 тра 2024
  • TIMESTAMPS ►
    00:00 - Intro
    01:38 - Opening: Cheesing vs. Foundational Skills
    03:27 - Index Breakdown
    04:20 - Part 1.0 What Is Posture?
    05:37 - Part 2.0: How Does Posture Work?
    06:17 - Part 2.1: Buff Recommendations
    07:21 - Part 3.0: Deflecting and Blocking
    09:28 - Part 4.0: Safeguarding Your Posture
    09:52 - Part 4.1: Method #1: Holding Block
    11:13 - Part 4.2: Method #2: Consumable Buffs
    12:00 - Part 4.3: Method #3: Latent Skills
    12:22 - Part 4.4: Method #4: Defensive Counter Measures
    12:30 - Part 5.0: Mastering Defensive Counter Measures
    12:38 - Part 5.1: How To Perform Mikiri Counter
    14:30 - Part 5.2: How To Jump Over Perilous Sweeps
    15:30 - Part 5.3: Making Use of Grab Attacks
    16:14 - Part 6.0: Establishing Good Practices
    16:59 - Part 6.1: Rule #1: (Almost) Anything Can Be Deflected
    18:01 - Part 6.2: Rule #2: Implement Close-Quarter-Combat
    18:32 - Part 6.3: Rule #3: Avoid Dancing Around
    20:23 - Part 7.0: Putting It All Together
    20:39 - Part 7.1: Final Suggestions for Boss Fights
    20:53 - Part 7.2: Recommendation #1: Record Your Fights
    21:03 - Part 7.3: Recommendation #2: Sleep
    21:54 - Part 7.4: Opening for No-Hits
    22:03 - Part 7.5: No-Hit vs. Patsy Ogre
    23:37 - Part 7.6: No-Hit vs. LongJohnsMan
    24:33 - Part 7.7: No-Hit vs. Speven Svears
    25:42 - Outro
    26:00 - End Cards
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    SPOILER ALERT ►
    Boss Names that might be considered as spoilers appear at the following times:
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    MUSIC ►
    1. "Sekiro, The One-Armed Wolf"
    2. "The Ashina Clan"
    3. "Emma The Physician"
    4. "Ashina Outskirts"
    5. "Divine Heir of the Dragon's Heritage"
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    SHOUTOUT ►
    A massive shout-out to two stalwart shin-OPs of the realm, who offered their invaluable advice and expertise while this guide was being built:
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    Also! If you're interested in reading up on more useful tips that can help you throughout the game, do check out this written guide that was posted on r/sekiro by u/A_Good_Hunter:
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  • @robinbowman1926
    @robinbowman1926 3 роки тому +379

    I'm surprised there was no mention of how Ichimonji and its upgrade can restore posture while allowing you to stay on the offensive. Great video, very informative.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +91

      Thank you for commenting! And yes that is a great, great point that I probably could have lumped in together with the importance of acquiring latent skills (part 4.3) that help with posture, namely Ashina arts. I was also, however, trying to emphasise the importance of getting down the fundamentals and flow of combat, before throwing in combat arts. It can be very easy to fall into a habit of "cheesing" with combat arts and prosthetics. So in the end I decided to not talk about combat arts at all. But yes for sure, for some fights, using ichi (or its upgrade) can make a massive difference. Roof Dad is a perfect example.
      I'm going to pin your comment :) It's a really good point that, while back then I struggled deciding on whether or not to put it in the guide, ultimately is great advice.

    • @stevensanders9219
      @stevensanders9219 3 роки тому +3

      I used to use the double ALL the time. It was my go-to move, but I haven't used it in awhile.
      It is great, at first, but there are better Arts.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +4

      @@stevensanders9219 Have you beaten the gauntlets? :)

    • @thecasualfly
      @thecasualfly 2 роки тому +1

      one of my favorite... bring the hammer down!!!

    • @kartikayysola
      @kartikayysola 2 роки тому

      @@thecasualfly good ol' Ichimonji, aka Weeb Bonk

  • @theguy4542
    @theguy4542 3 роки тому +269

    I feel like Mary poppins is telling me how to git gud 🤣

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +47

      lol! I almost want to run with that. Wear a hat and bring an umbrella and start breaking out in synchronised song.

    • @theguy4542
      @theguy4542 3 роки тому +22

      Katiecakes that would be hilarious! 🤣 “listen children, yes a spoon full of sugar makes the sword saint, go down”

    • @theguy4542
      @theguy4542 3 роки тому +1

      @Gannon Kristian start shitposting all her friends 😂😂😂

    • @kalkid1
      @kalkid1 3 роки тому +8

      Just a spoonful of git gud
      Helps the enemies go down
      The enemies go down
      The enemies go down

    • @canlex
      @canlex 2 роки тому +10

      @@Katiecakes supercalifragilisticexpialidocious even though your skills are somethin really quite atrocious, if you watch this video you’ll become really quite precocious!
      Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!!

  • @atijohn8135
    @atijohn8135 3 роки тому +80

    A guide that actually tells you how to play the game the fun way? Hell yeah

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +12

      It really is incredible how much more fun and engaging this game is once combat clicks.

  • @joebeach6289
    @joebeach6289 2 роки тому +83

    Just started sekiro after owning it for a few years. Can't believe I left such a great game just sitting there collecting dust. This guide is extremely helpful. Props to you for putting out such a detailed guide for such a complex game.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Greetings, Joe :) Do you, as I and many others, come from SoulsBorne? How are you enjoying the key action and combat? Who was the last boss you slayed and who's your favourite so far?
      And thank you - I made this guide so players out there hopefully wouldn't have to spend 100 hours like I did trying to figure out wtf the game wanted me to do lol. Because I mean let's be real here, the in-game tutorials are asinine lol.

    • @joebeach6289
      @joebeach6289 2 роки тому +1

      @@Katiecakes Nope, as far as the soulsborne games, I'm a virgin lol. The reason I bought sekiro was because I know how highly rated and loved those games are, and then I read that it was like a cross between the tenchu games, (yeah I'm old lol) and the souls games so I was sold. I couldn't get anywhere when I first played it and put it away for a while, and then a few weeks ago I pulled it back out of retirement because of all the elden ring hype. Turns out I was playing it wrong the whole time lol. This game is an absolute masterpiece in every aspect though. So far I am only at hirata estate stuck on juzou the drunk. I'm learning and getting better as I go, and your video was/is a great help to me. I'll be referring back to it a lot. And hey, thank you for taking time out your day to reply back to me on a video ya did a year ago, that's really cool of ya.

    • @patrickbrooks2644
      @patrickbrooks2644 Рік тому

      I legit bought this after watching a few videos and was sick of the worst combat elden ring had .
      Now when I die I know it’s my fault not enemies clipping though walls . I will absolutely stick with this game . And it’s a beautiful experience

  • @LupusYonderboy
    @LupusYonderboy 3 роки тому +322

    Wow, this is next level guiding. I've never seen a guide that is actually super dope to watch, or simply entertaining. It's awesome. It looks so damn pro. Your dedication to helping people with this game is way out there. Great fucking work, Katiecakes.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +9

      Thank you Lupus, and for always tuning in :)
      Making guides just kind of fell into my lap lol. I'm glad I can help, and I'm always looking to improve my guiding skills.

  • @erretter
    @erretter 3 роки тому +104

    Ultimate is absolutly the right word. This is epic!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +7

      Much appreciated, fellow shinobi!

    • @amriraptor
      @amriraptor 3 роки тому +2

      I second this, respect master shinobi!

    • @santi5194
      @santi5194 3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the help

  • @noahgude4739
    @noahgude4739 2 роки тому +191

    Never seen this creator before, within the first couple of minutes I can tell she is an expert and cares very much about the art she's making. 10/10 would instantly sub again

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +15

      :) That is so kind of you to say. I don't feel like I'm an "expert" as I'm still always learning more about the game - which is amazing considering it's 3 years old and there's still more to discover from it - but what I do enjoy is sharing what I've learned. All I wanted to do with making this guide is to help people not have to go through the same ordeal I did - taking 100 hours to figure out the combat system. If I could help one person, and if they can get some enjoyment out of the game, it's all I could ask for.
      So thank you for your kind words

    • @heymmommmm
      @heymmommmm Рік тому +5

      Then make another account and subscribe again. All talk, talk is cheap.

    • @dxcSOUL
      @dxcSOUL 4 місяці тому

      ​@@heymmommmm Id like you to consider what, "sentiment," means. Specifically definition 2, on Google.

    • @prollysus6083
      @prollysus6083 Місяць тому

      Within the first ten seconds of me reading your comment I sensed your simping

  • @Krimzen1000
    @Krimzen1000 3 роки тому +39

    Thank you for applying "I can't believe it's not butter" to the desert dry bread that is my Sekiro gameplay!! Much appreciated and wonderfully done!! 👏 👏

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +3

      Haha I love that analogy! :D I hope you're having a lot more fun with it now.

  • @GrizzlyHugz
    @GrizzlyHugz 3 роки тому +26

    Just started Sekiro a few days ago, I expected it to be hard/ unforgiving but oh my..
    Felt more like I was trying to solo endgame raids as a noob lol.
    Your guide is exactly what I needed to stop feeling like a failed swordsman that forever shamed his family, and actually start enjoying the combat and boss encounters.
    Very detailed and insightful work, no doubt you are saving controllers and Shinobi lives out there :D

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      Oh absolutely, I've seen what it's like to lose a controller to this game. Not *me*, I mean, I cuss at games a lot but I don't throw things :D Yet.
      I'm really happy that you're finding joy in your journey as a shinobi. How far have you gone? Who was your last boss?

    • @GrizzlyHugz
      @GrizzlyHugz 3 роки тому

      I was actually stuck at two bosses haha.
      The demon guarding the gate, and the Shinobi hunter that would make any man jealous with his indomitable thrusting skills xD
      It was strange to adapt to dodging into an enemy attack to counter, but after watching your guide, I practiced against our undying buddy, and soon after pwnd him :D
      Now I'm fighting a big drunk in a burning courtyard. Your tip for holding down block and tapping for a deflect is also helping alot.
      I'm having some problems multitasking ranged dmg while focusing on deflecting and posture, how do you deal with those enemies?
      Stealth kill them first?

  • @cheezeebred
    @cheezeebred Рік тому +13

    My goodness, we need more guide creators out there that put this much love into their work.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the high praise, Matt :) I'm currently working on my final Sekiro guide, for Isshin Sword Saint. It's way more, well, *more*, than this one, lol.

    • @cheezeebred
      @cheezeebred Рік тому

      @@Katiecakes Keep up the great work! I finally was able to beat Seven Spears thanks to you

  • @ViviVariety
    @ViviVariety Рік тому +32

    I know I'm really late to the party, but I gotta say, this is INCREDIBLY well made! As a smaller content creator myself I'm almost jealous, there's an insane amount of effort poured into this video. When new Sekiro players run into a wall in the coming years, I hope this is the first video they stumble on :)

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +2

      Wow :) Thank you so much for your high praise. I actually learned a lot from making this guide, and I'd like to think I've stepped up my game since then - the next and final Sekiro guide I've been making is for the end boss and it is, no joke, three hours long, Longer than a Ridley Scott movie lol, since they guy has like 116 moves and combos (also no joke) that I break down one by one.
      I'm happy to connect with fellow content creators. The work is much harder than most of our audience realises :) I hopped over to your channel for a bit and find the content you cover to be quite delightful. Thank you again for taking the time to leave words to brighten the end of my day

    • @ViviVariety
      @ViviVariety Рік тому +2

      @@Katiecakes I appreciate the sentiment for sure, and it definitely goes both ways! And man, that final boss guide seems absolutely crazy, I completely understand why it's gonna be a massive project. The old man is no joke. I can't wait to check it out when the time comes, and once I have a spare afternoon or two, I'll be looking forward to binging through some more of your content \[T]/

  • @bigmicki
    @bigmicki 2 роки тому +35

    I am just 8 hours into the game and was really struggling, and i can clearly see why after I watched this guide, and now i know exactly what to work on. Thanks so much for the extremely useful tips.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +7

      Yeah this game is almost Miyazaki's way of trolling SoulsBorne veterans lol. But, I personally much prefer this combat style, it feels much more finessed.
      Are you having more fun now that the combat system makes more sense to you?

    • @bigmicki
      @bigmicki 2 роки тому +6

      @@Katiecakes Yes, I beat this mini boss that I was struggling with, in my 2nd try after watching your guide. I practiced on the regular soldiers a lot before taking on the mini boss, also practiced my block and parry as I was just running and dodging before I watched your guide, and now just got in close fight and just blocked and parried, I still suck at it but atleast I suck less at it now lol.

    • @ProjectOrionGaming
      @ProjectOrionGaming Рік тому

      Well said! Exactly why I was here. I beat Lady butterfly (barely) so I was gonna come get some tips lol

  • @Tstinzy
    @Tstinzy 2 роки тому +7

    I just started playing after beating Elden Ring, and I found Sekiro to be both more fun but also much harder. I managed to beat Lady Butterfly, but now I’ll take what you taught and tackle the game. I honestly had no idea the visual difference between a block and deflection. Thank you so much for the well put together and amazing guide!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Congratulations on beating Elden Ring :) I'm glad you find my guide helpful.
      It took me FOREVER to figure out the difference between deflecting and blocking and that they are in fact the basis upon which the combat system is built. It's kinda great isn't it, lol, that the game doesn't really tell you that.
      Honestly, the *aural* difference between blocking and deflecting, for me, is much more useful than the visual difference. Every fight has its own pattern of sounds, from your counter-defensive maneuvers, and attacks; so essentially they become individual "songs". Therefore, nailing these "songs", is like hitting musical notes at exactly the right key points, so, akin to playing a musical instrument :) I find pretty much everyone who takes to music are able to utilise the rhythmic nature of Sekiro's combat to their advantage.
      I hope this bit of info helps you along more

  • @broaz885
    @broaz885 3 роки тому +16

    Really great guide! It's good that you mentioned sleeping. Sleeping is OP for any muscle memory training, and I think it also helps new Sekiro players a lot to be assured that sometimes the best you can do to make a boss easier is just put the game away and come back the next day, when a boss fight starts to feel like you keep beating your soul and motivation into a brick wall.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Absolutely! It actually applies to me now too with the gauntlet and beating the new inner bosses. It's truly amazing, on that note, to actually experience beating bosses for the first time again.
      But yeah after sleep, I come back and pwn so much harder. But I also have a really bad habit, an obsession - I can sit here for 12 hours on a day off and keep hammering the same boss to get that no-hit.
      And thank you for checking this out :) How are you liking the update?

    • @broaz885
      @broaz885 3 роки тому +1

      @@Katiecakes Luckily you put your obsession to good uses as well by making videos with your experience.
      I like the update! It's a good excuse to buy the official game (I played a torrented version before) and do a new playthrough from scratch. Even with the demon bell it's pretty easy, but the update brings some harder fights to learn again, and the great thing about Sekiro is that you can set your own goals beyond just beating a boss and do better every try.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      @@broaz885 Aye, so you've got to beat the game twice now in order to access all three gauntlets? Have you tried charmless? It's brutal lol. I tried deathless no-heal in charmless and got my ass handed to me by roof geni.

  • @robertgarvansnyder4665
    @robertgarvansnyder4665 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastically helpful. Your “always hold block then parry” isn’t something I’ve seen anyone else mention.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Oh the block-tapping, yeah it's just a tactic that I sort of developed on my own. For some people it can be kind of hard, especially without remapping the buttons, as using the left index finger is actually quite strenuous, it calls for utilising tendons all the way up to your forearm.
      It was only a long time after I'd created this guide that I realised I should have recommended remapping the block/deflect button to maybe square (on the ds4/5). It's way easier to pound a button with your thumb than it is to constantly pull that "trigger" finger.
      So yeah lol, bit of a long story. So this method helped you then?
      Are you playing on console or PC?

  • @ShellShocks14
    @ShellShocks14 Рік тому +3

    I typed in “Sekiro how to combat” and your thumbnail said exactly that.
    You rock!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому

      Your wavelengths have been keyly synchronised with the Matrix. YOU rock.

  • @pinchingstars
    @pinchingstars 3 роки тому +33

    You’re so incredibly articulate, I really like the cadence to your voice. This is such a great guide, thank you so much! Subscribed ❤️

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much :) I'm happy you dig the guide!

  • @chuckthemagicnorris
    @chuckthemagicnorris 3 роки тому +21

    This is truly the be-all-end-all of combat guides. And you have such a lovely voice! Thanks so much for this vid :D

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you for the high praise! It was a challenging (but still fun) guide to build, definitely the hardest one I've done to date.

  • @jamesf4423
    @jamesf4423 2 місяці тому +2

    I just think it’s so neat that you’re still replying to every comment years after producing this guide, still dedicated to helping the new folks experience this fantastic experience of a game! What a treasure of a human you are! :) keep being awesome 👏

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 місяці тому +1

      That is so mighty kind of you to say :) I was sort of "raised" on the internet, so, I tend to treat people online as I would in real life. Not responding to comments would be the equivalent of someone coming up to me, personally, to talk to me, and I just ignore them and walk off. People took time out of their day to watch something I made, and to even share their thoughts with me. My goal in making this video in the first place was to help, at the very least, just one person. I can't find it in myself to not respond.
      Besides, it's through this game (and others) that we connect with all sorts of wonderful individuals. You're a special person yourself, to possess the sensitivity to share such words of kindness with candor. So, thank you, for being here, and for brightening my day

  • @renanleandro5914
    @renanleandro5914 8 місяців тому +2

    21:28 this is some legitimately really good advice. Something like this happened to me on Elden Ring
    I was on my first time fighting Malenia, I was already 2 hours into the fight, and it was late at night. I was starting to get the hang of her attacks, and the right timing for dodges, but then I just started to fail them, constantly, at this moment I said "Ok, my reflexes are starting to not work anymore, I should go to sleep".
    Next day, well I didn't beat her on the first attempt, but I was managing to dodge her attacks again.
    Never underestimate your bodily needs folks.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  8 місяців тому

      I feel you on that fight in Elden! Took me two days to get her. I kinda never follow my own advice though, being wayyyy too obsessive lol. I pretty much only stop because it's getting too late. I'm willing to keep going at a boss for like 8 hours lol.
      But yeah. It's amazing what sleep can do :)

  • @gabrielf342
    @gabrielf342 3 роки тому +11

    I've played through this game more times than I can remember, I didn't learn anything from this but I still enjoyed this video.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +3

      Thank you! I tried to make it fun and engaging :) And same, I've been practicing for a run, so, I started up NG many, many times : O

  • @soundsearadio4554
    @soundsearadio4554 3 роки тому +22

    This is amazingly well done. It is so awesome. I find it criminal that you only have 299 subs.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +5

      Thank you so much :) It was a fun guide for me to build, and I also learned a few things myself, which is a fun part of the process of teaching.
      And I appreciate the vote of confidence! If it's any consolation, right now it's at 304 :) And actually two days ago it was at 279 so it was a fairly substantial jump (for a channel of my size). I'm crossing my fingers that with a wider audience, more players would be able to gain access to this guide and (hopefully) be freed from so much early-game frustration.

  • @peternowlan5196
    @peternowlan5196 Рік тому +2

    I’m 66 and quit this incredible game because I reached a point where progress seemed impossible. I blamed it on my age and just lack of skill in general. However I decided to dive back in after finishing Wo Long which seems easy compared to this. So this guide is most appreciated and it gives me confidence and drive. I’ll still likely fail but I’ll definitely try. Thank you, talented and kind lady.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому

      Greetings, Peter :) Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I tried the Wo Long demo and it's quite alright, I intend to play it some time in the future.
      If you feel your reflexes are working against you, it might be a good idea to remap your buttons. Deflecting is the name of the game in Sekiro - you can beat the entire game without hitting anyone even once (minus deathblows). So, that block/deflect button is everything. Honestly, having it set to L1, while intuitive, is incredibly stressful because we actually cause a lot of strain from the back of our hand streaming all the way up our elbow when we keep using our index finger, and so rigorously at that. I didn't think of this at the time of making this guide so that's why it's not mentioned, but, for some people it makes a world of difference to change that block/deflect button to something like square, which is the "attack" button for a lot of combat-based games. It's easier to smack a button with your thumb than it is to pull the trigger finger, I think. See if that helps :)
      It might also help, when you're stuck on a boss, to look up videos to see how these fights generally look and sound, since all the fights have their own rhythms. It's like, they're individual songs, with notes and rhythms created by YOU interacting and counter-defending. Like a lot of boss fights in a lot of video games, it comes down to repetition and adaptation. And that's why Sekiro is not for everyone. I hope it's still fun for you, it should always be the top priority :)
      Thank you again for stopping by to watch, and comment, I hope the game brings you much satisfaction and enjoyment

    • @peternowlan5196
      @peternowlan5196 Рік тому

      @@Katiecakes thank you so much for the detailed reply. I’ll check out the deflect remapping. I tend to get nervous during a boss encounter which has a huge impact on my performance. The last time I played I could not get past Wolfs Father, I think that’s him, the big fella with all the hair. So I quit in frustration. However I’m back at it and just killed the incredible boss on the horse. His opening scene where he announces himself is one of my favourite gaming moments. I’m grinding now and heading towards the Bull boss fight. ( Wo Long has a Morale system enabling players to grind on low level enemies which increase your own Morale while their Morale remains the same. This allows you to become very powerful if you have the patience for it. By the way, the first boss in the game is considered to be one of the hardest bosses in the entire game. It was for me and it’s why most people quit. I’d love to see you take him out. ).Thank you Katie, you’ve taught me a lot and I’m grateful. Respectfully, Peter in Nova Scotia Canada. 🙏

    • @peternowlan5196
      @peternowlan5196 Рік тому

      @@Katiecakes by the way I spent a week on Lady Butterfly. Sekiro in my opinion is unparalleled in terms of providing a sense of satisfaction, reward. I sharpen knives by hand professionally so I get to experience this sense of accomplishment every day actually so experiencing it in a game is quite something for me.

    • @allenniumfalcon
      @allenniumfalcon Місяць тому

      You're an inspiration too, Peter. Keep it up. Representing us older gamers although I'm a pup compared to you at 45 😄

  • @distorted_heights
    @distorted_heights 7 місяців тому +2

    Sleep - is one of the best advices. I've spent 8+ hours trying to beat one boss in the game. I've decided to stop trying and go to sleep. Next morning I've made it on first try without any mistakes.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  7 місяців тому

      It's all those reflexes finally clicking after a good night's rest!

  • @xxbloodraven4356
    @xxbloodraven4356 3 роки тому +16

    This great!!! So relaxing especially when you’re talking about such intense combat. I’m always so surprised at just how many things you can deflect. This is such a great vid.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you! And indeed, it's pretty insane. I think the biggest (pun intended maybe) thing that can be deflected are the snakes. Both of them. The impact even stuns them to where they lose track of you for a few seconds, so you can make your escape.

  • @karlmader9153
    @karlmader9153 2 роки тому +8

    Wow, this gotta be the best and most comprehensive guide I have ever seen for this game. Very well done and many thanks for your effort, very much appreciated!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      You're most welcome :) I hope it was helpful to you and that you're able to pwn that much harder.

  • @usarmygunz
    @usarmygunz 2 роки тому +7

    One of the most, well thought out and informative guides I’ve ever watched. Shoutout to you.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the high praise! :) I hope my guide was helpful to you.

  • @adamk7885
    @adamk7885 3 роки тому +2

    Can 100% confirm the sleep-tip. As early as yesterday I had a hassle doing Isshin after Emma. Gave it a good 15 tries before I went to bed, and this morning I beat'em both first-try with 8/10 gourds left when I downed Isshin. Now I just stumbled upon this video and str8-up subscribed. Great one!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Jeeze, only 15 tries though? That's magnificent. I think it must have taken me 30 attempts to get them in NG+2 (I tried to push it off for as long as possible).
      Have you platinumed/all-achieved the game? :)
      And thank you for the sub :D

    • @adamk7885
      @adamk7885 3 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes I did this on NG+4 just to get my final ending so I can do the GoS for the skin! Rushed through the entire game yesterday so I could get to Emma/Isshin, and I usually take a break after the 15th or 16th try, due to not over-doing it. Sleeping on it definitely helps! Keep up the great content!

    • @adamk7885
      @adamk7885 3 роки тому

      And now Inner Owl is completely wrecking me, so now I take a break for the weekend. '' :^)''

  • @willr542
    @willr542 2 роки тому +3

    So casually singing to each flawless victory. What a gamer.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      lol can't get me to shut up when I'm playing Sekiro. I'm always singing and making commentary.

  • @UFL3
    @UFL3 2 роки тому +4

    What a calm, welcoming, wonderful guide. Thorough, digestible, lengthy without wasting time… seriously, thank you for this. Easy sub!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Thank you for your kind, encouraging words :) I'm glad you dig the guide. I hope it was helpful to you!

  • @minecraftshadow000
    @minecraftshadow000 3 роки тому +2

    I've beaten the game in every way imaginable, no hit, Demon bell, only parrying, no charm, and all of them. Yet I found new things here.
    I have no idea why such a detailed guide isn't popular enough, you deserve much better attention for how much effort you've put in this guide. All I can say is thank you.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      It's pretty fun to apply challenges to this game, to see how far our limitations and adaptability can stretch. I myself am streaming everyday my deathless no-heal challenge run, playing through practically everything in what's essentially a 7-hour run, and it's hard. I'm getting closer though with each attempt :)
      I really appreciate your kind words. I'm happy that my guide has helped a lot of players, and even if it means only one person gets to truly enjoy this game to a fuller potential because of it, rather than succumb to frustration and defeat, then I'm a happy chappy.

  • @Astschimmelreiter
    @Astschimmelreiter 3 роки тому +1

    insane value, production quality, all the while beeing so on point with entertaining flavours sparkled inbetween the infos.
    A joy to consume.
    Excellent stuff and a welcome suprise, this is next Level...

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much for so stalwart a comment :) real happy you enjoyed this. Are you enjoying Sekiro?

  • @gavinburns6994
    @gavinburns6994 3 роки тому +5

    This is a really great video, especially: tip of always keeping block up and deflecting everything. It is a very good tip. If you are a new Sekiro player, take it on board, I have several play throughs and I tried pure deflections in first playthrough without blocking and this is better, BECAUSE: when you block, your posture recovers, so while blocking your posture is always recovering, and this is good even if you can perfectly parry (almost) everything, that one slip up wont leave you vulnerable. And the game does not penalises you holding block down at all. It DOES penalise parry spam, so make sure to hold block then just parry when you need to. And when you recover from being posture broken: BLOCK IMMEDIATELY, this will save you from most grab attacks, especially shinobi owl does this and he will never be able to do the thing where he pins you with his foot. Anyway, I have written too much, my 2 cents and advice for new players.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      Aye :) Thank you for writing this up. Also, since you brought up grab attacks - I didn't mention this because it's kind of a mid-game prosthetic and I didn't want to spoil it: the umbrella can block/deflect all grab attacks. The timing is very lenient. In charmless, you'll take a little damage if you throw it out too early and end up blocking, but it's still better than actually getting grabbed, and you can still throw out projected force.
      Have you been enjoying the gauntlet challenges? Have you gotten your platinum/all-achievements?

    • @amdg01007
      @amdg01007 Рік тому

      it does penalize you bc you cant move as normal or sprint

  • @snake867511
    @snake867511 3 роки тому +14

    You’re right about cheesing.. After genichiro I cheesed the rest of the game because it made me so frustrated, but it made it even worse. Especially the final fight. It took me 10 hours to finally beat

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +5

      Yeah I tried cheesing Isshin too my first time around and even then it took like a hundred attempts (I was that bad).
      Are you still playing in NG+?

    • @snake867511
      @snake867511 3 роки тому +5

      Katiecakes No, I vowed that since I had cheesed most of the bosses, I wouldn’t cheese isshin, and that final fight destroyed me 😂 I decided to take an extended break from sekiro, but I’m playing bloodborne and the souls series more than ever

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      @@snake867511 Absolutely, I cheesed through the entire game, up until Owl Dad, who PUNISHED me like a right BITCH for all the cheating tactics I employed for so many hours. So, he was actually the turning point for me. It's with him that combat finally clicked.
      But I couldn't do it with Isshin at the time, as in, fight a fair fight. So I cheesed him. And even then the winning fight was 20 minutes long.
      A lot of players who take a break from Sekiro come back later and are utterly SHOOK by how hard they pwn. Sometimes that break is all that's needed.
      I'm re-playing ds1 for the first time in years! Gonna start streaming that soon. How far are you in BB in your current playthrough?

    • @snake867511
      @snake867511 3 роки тому +2

      Katiecakes Yea, I definitely felt like I owed it to myself to fight the final boss legitimately because I cheated on so many other bosses 😂 I think I will come back to Sekiro, I’m pretty sure it would be different a second time. In bloodborne I’m just about to fight the spirits of Yarnham again, I’m always pretty nervous about fighting them because boss fights with a multiple enemies make me panic, even thought I beat them first try on my first play through! What’s your twitch channel? I’d definitely tune in for some souls content

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      @@snake867511 Ohhh you're fighting the Yharnam queen? Sorry if I'm mistaken. And yes multiple opponents is classic panic material for me.
      I don't use Twitch, I stream directly from the ps4 onto UA-cam :) If you hit the bell you'll be able to get stream notifications.

  • @PeopleAreHell
    @PeopleAreHell 5 місяців тому +1

    Knowing how to properly Mikiri Counter is such a boost. I started enjoying the game so much more after spoiling the mechanics.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  5 місяців тому

      Indeed, it changed everything for me! I'm glad I found a fool-proof way to deal with all types of thrust attacks and even more glad that I'm able to help people who struggle with Mikiri Counters. I kinda hate how the in-game tutorials are basically just like, "oh, you didn't do it right? Well, do it better." lol.

  • @scottev954
    @scottev954 Місяць тому +2

    I wish I'd had your tips for every game I've played! You are a game-mechanics samurai.

  • @raularias3606
    @raularias3606 3 роки тому +3

    This is, by far, the best guide I have seen, and I’ve seen a lot 😑 Amazing work!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      That means a lot, it takes quite a bit of work to build a proper guide. Thank you so much for your kind words :)

  • @ksenna1
    @ksenna1 2 роки тому +4

    Incredible tutorial. Wow! My whole view on Sekiro has changed. You’re unbelievable! Thank you so much. I’ve totally subscribed to your channel! Killing it, just killing it dude. I’m on my first walkthrough versus your 6 so I have tons to learn but I will get there! Lots of admiration and respect from Texas!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much. It's all I can hope for, that this guide can help one more player find enjoyment in this incredible game. lol I've actually beaten this game over 50 times now, since I did a challenge run last year and with each attempt, even when I failed, I still continued on to the end boss.
      Do you feel the urge to platinum/all-achievement? :) it's a pretty organic game to platinum.

  • @VenusHeadTrap2
    @VenusHeadTrap2 3 роки тому +1

    You’re a joy to listen to Katie. Easy on the ears voice and professionally done.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Aww Drew, thank you for coming back to this old thing :) I've actually improved key recording abilities since then. It's so much nicer to record into Adobe Audition, than Adobe Premiere.

  • @cafegamepad8898
    @cafegamepad8898 3 роки тому +1

    Loved the way you broke down each tips and tricks and explained with slow mo videos! Keep it up

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Many thanks :) I feel it really helps for players to see everything clearly since combat is so fast in-game, it's hard to decipher what's what in the heat of the moment.

    • @cafegamepad8898
      @cafegamepad8898 3 роки тому

      Katiecakes Sekiro is really pushing towards unlearning how to approach a from soft game and relearn it’s new ‘keep the aggressive attacks going’ till u die mechanics (rage quits come free)!

  • @porcelainsia
    @porcelainsia 3 роки тому +4

    You set the standard for this kind of video so high! You deserve more subscribers.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you :) I enjoy making guides, and the way I build my guides is based heavily on what I wish could have been out there to help me, when I was a fresh noob and had to figure everything out myself.
      Tell your friends and their moms to check out the channel ;D

  • @jeffgeojohn1941
    @jeffgeojohn1941 3 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much. Finally I understood the difference between blocking and deflecting. I always wondered how people 'block' the attacks without filling up their posture meter. Now I understood that it is deflecting and thank you for teaching me how to deflect. You got a new subscriber.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      I'm really happy that you now understand how this works. It's gonna help you so much in combat.
      Did you get Sekiro during the sale? :)
      And thank you very much for the sub.

  • @nathanielhollas8471
    @nathanielhollas8471 Місяць тому +1

    It took me 3 rage quits before Sekiro clicked for me. In my 9 playthroughs I never strayed from the mortal blade, so this video was insane and wonderfully constructed.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you for your kind words! :) Yeah I had a lot of bad habits - relying on combat arts and prosthetics far too much. The key, I feel, for fresh players, is to play as vanilla as possible on their first playthrough, get the basics of combat down, and then unleash their arsenal on subsequent playthroughs, incorporating flair to their honed reflexes.
      I hope you're still having fun with the game I've beaten it probably about 80-90 times now, clocking in at close to 1900 hours over the last 5 years. It's nice to revisit after long breaks!

  • @edwardkrieg2226
    @edwardkrieg2226 2 роки тому +2

    This is a fantastic guide. Clearly thought-out and articulated tips. Great work

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Thank you, Edward :) Appreciate your high praise

  • @ASMRinGames
    @ASMRinGames 3 роки тому +12

    Damn, you put so much effort into these videos. Much appreciated! Will use this guide to get deeper into the mechanics for my second playthrough.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      I had to be extra careful with this one as, unlike boss guides where there are so many different ways to pwn depending on play style, what I presented here have to be widely recognised as hard fact. I got most of it down, however I would have missed a couple things if not for the sharp eyes on my advisory council (two amazing NG+6/7 Charmless no-hitters).
      Are you playing soon? Are you gonna try deflecting the snek? ;D

    • @ASMRinGames
      @ASMRinGames 3 роки тому +4

      @@Katiecakes I'm probably going to start over again next month. It's been over a year and I definitely cheesed too much. This time I want to fight properly.
      Wait, you can deflect the snake? I don't think it would be very impressed by me doing that. xD

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +4

      @@ASMRinGames Yes if you jump to 16:59, you can see that bad boy in action ;D In fact you can do it over and over. It gets dazed and confused by the impact of the deflection that you literally get a few seconds of his triangle turning yellow. During that time you can of course make your escape but if you feel like it you can just stand there and keep deflecting him because you fucking CAN lol.

  • @Parallelocam
    @Parallelocam 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this video, it taught me how I was playing the game incorrectly. Managed to beat Genichiro my 3rd try after watching it. I used the dodge way more than I should have been and was blocking instead of parrying. I wish your channel all the best, it turned a game I actively hated into something I am going to enjoy greatly now.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      I'm so happy to hear that, it's all I could hope for :) Really glad you're finding enjoyment in this game now. May you conquer ever forwarder and achieve ever greater heights.
      And btw third try on Roof Geni is amazing, congratulations! He took me like 9 hours to beat lol when I first started playing last year at launch. And I wasn't even doing it the right way. Pure cheese.

  • @MeggaMann_theBlueLion
    @MeggaMann_theBlueLion 5 місяців тому +2

    Best Sekiro guide I’ve seen. And without spoiling. You can tell there is passion here. Thank you! You have a subscriber.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for your kind words, and for the sub
      To be fair, I actually did fall into inadvertently spoiling by showing end-game bosses. If only I was playing the way I play now - HUDless - that way at the very least viewers can't see their names, lol. But, I was mainly using them as an enticement, giving snippets of the awesome that awaits if the player chooses to persevere. I DID provide timestamps in the description to warn viewers of where spoilers would be, it literally is the only thing I could do.
      Either way! Thank you again, and I hope you're enjoying the game :)

    • @MeggaMann_theBlueLion
      @MeggaMann_theBlueLion 5 місяців тому +2

      @@Katiecakes awesome it didn’t feel that way. I was more in tune with your wisdom more so than reading the names. Listening to your counts and dance methods. Intriguing. Mystical.
      I’ve joined your discord and have been sucked into the Realm of The Dainty Pie-Hole. It’s pretty gorgeous here in this realm. Looking forward to more of your content.
      And your welcome katiecakes👍🏾
      MeggaMann out

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  5 місяців тому +1

      @@MeggaMann_theBlueLion Welcome to the Realm!!!

  • @Vman_95
    @Vman_95 Місяць тому +1

    Yesterday I completed this, one of the most fun satisfying combat ever, once you understand the rhythm, there's no stopping 🔥

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Місяць тому

      Glad you're enjoying it! Congratulations on beating Sekiro! It takes hard work!

  • @SuperKnovaMusic
    @SuperKnovaMusic 2 роки тому +6

    This such a great and comprehensive guide! Also, laughed out loud at your "I JUMPED!!" That's totally me as well 😆

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      :D
      Thank you. Happy you enjoyed it. I hope you enjoy the game that much more now :)

  • @Celestial-Pickle
    @Celestial-Pickle 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, this is such a clear and comprehensive resource!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Thank you :) I've learned some more little skills here and there since then, but overall I always hope newcomers would find this useful and therefore get to enjoy the game, rather than endure the frustration. Because come on, the in-game tutorials are asinine, am I right? :)

  • @bernabecruz9954
    @bernabecruz9954 Рік тому +1

    Just started Sekiro. Loving it. Struggling of course. Your guide is the best I’ve seen. Clear and concise explanations and detailed methods to get better. Thank you

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for the high praise, Bernabe I hope you enjoy the game that much more

  • @konferansjer
    @konferansjer 10 днів тому

    The learning curve in this game is incredible. I've been struggling with Genichiro for over three hours before I managed to get even my first deathblow, but after that it quickly got easy to do and getting to Tomoe was routine. It took me total about four hours to learn the whole fight and get all three deathblows.

  • @joyzkagames
    @joyzkagames 4 місяці тому +3

    This video is a treasure
    This lady is a treasure and a work master..
    Your editing skills are amazing..
    Your way of speaking and your accent are gorgeous 😉
    The information provided and how you organized all these are overwhelmingly tremendous 😚
    And the fact that you have only 5K subscribers is soo damn silly you deserve millions 😎
    You are a true creator.. I really really respect and appreciate your hard-work here and every single word and moment of this great video 😊
    I’m following you in every single video you make..
    Your smile and your face are breathtaking..
    Finally I’m in love with you and with this game more and more ♥️
    From software should ask you to work with them ♥️♥️
    My full support with you lady ♥️ protect this game master at all cost ♥️💪💪💪

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  4 місяці тому +2

      Thank you very much for your kind words and support. It's a very old video, I'm hoping the Isshin Guide I'm soon to release would be seen as a huge step-up at least in terms of editing techniques.
      Glad you're enjoying the game

  • @philaufan6
    @philaufan6 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome guide! Thank you for your efforts!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      My pleasure. I hope it helps!

  • @suhailmustafa2724
    @suhailmustafa2724 2 роки тому +2

    This is an amazing tutorial. I could have never put all these information in a coherent manner like you did. Kudos!!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you, that means a lot. It took four weeks to write the script and build this guide, and that's not including gathering footage :) I just want to help players find enjoyment in such a great game.

    • @suhailmustafa2724
      @suhailmustafa2724 2 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes keep up the good work, pal, I am honestly very impressed. I have played through the game several times, but I have been taking a break, so this video was a good refresher.

  • @davidesavio190
    @davidesavio190 3 роки тому +2

    This is so well done and detailed. Congratulations for your work!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

  • @vigneshkrishna9937
    @vigneshkrishna9937 3 роки тому +6

    Beautifully explained....found it useful and interesting with insights even when I finished the game.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +3

      I'm glad! I hoped it might be helpful to everyone ranging from beginners to veterans.

  • @cobrakaiX
    @cobrakaiX 2 роки тому +5

    I’m late to the party but just picked up Sekiro and am absolutely loving it. This tutorial is priceless and well done. The one gripe i have is that you show so much of the game. Most people that need this like myself are just starting or maybe a few mini or main bosses deep. Maybe it’s unavoidable with a project like this but now I’m just taking in as much as possible through audio only :P.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Greetings fellow Shinobi :) Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I'm stoked to hear you're having a good time with the game, it's my all-time favourite.
      And yes, the spoiler aspect has been brought up and addressed numerous times. I confess when I made this guide it didn't occur to me that the spoilers would be... spoilerific. I was really just trying to make the imagery and content as varied as possible, so it's not the same early game bosses being shown over and over. That and I wanted to "tease" what the game has to offer.
      So as some form of compromise, I put extra timestamps in the description to indicate where the spoilers would be.
      I hope my guide is helpful to you, and I apologise about spoiling the game for you

    • @cobrakaiX
      @cobrakaiX 2 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes no worries! This is quickly becoming one of my top 3 games all time. Just beat General Gyoubu. Went against all my instincts to keep jumping away. Stayed in the pocket and deflected like a champ. Thanks again. Been binging your content now. So surprised you don’t have more subscribers. Take care for now. :)

  • @cloudgalaxy9231
    @cloudgalaxy9231 3 роки тому +1

    This is honestly the best Sekiro combat guide I've seen. Good work.
    Haha. I loved your crouch-bows after beating bosses.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the guide, and the fights at the end :) Kinda wish Wolf could do gestures like in Soulsborne. The crouch-bow barely suffices.

  • @themuffdiver2427
    @themuffdiver2427 2 роки тому +1

    This is by far!!!!! The best Sekiro combat guide on the internet...bravo👏👏👏

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      You have by far one of the best UA-cam usernames I have ever seen. At least, in the last few months lol.

  • @Dustrauma
    @Dustrauma 3 роки тому +3

    Incredibly detailed material here, and very easy to follow! You make it look easy! Lol. That’s actually what I need to get a friend of mine (or two) into this game. I talked-up a big game of relentless intimidation to them and it might’ve had the opposite effect that I was hoping for. 😂 I believe this is the perfect remedy. Thank you! 🙏

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      Haha yeah this is definitely really new territory for players who are not used to challenging games, since this requires a lot of patience to develop instinct. Still, FromSoft knows how to reward. When you beat a boss, well, idno about you but when I beat my end boss fair and square the first time, I wanted to put that on my job resume lol.
      I hope your friends get to enjoy everything this amazing game has to offer :)

  • @helmutkohl6207
    @helmutkohl6207 3 роки тому +3

    Deserve way more views
    Greetings from germany

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much, Helmut from Germany

  • @rodneyabrett
    @rodneyabrett 4 місяці тому +2

    There is a lot that you covered that I did NOT know, even after several playthroughs of this game so thanks for detailed breakdown. Cheers.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  4 місяці тому

      Thank you :) Yeah this guide is OLD lol, and I've adapted my playstyle a LOT since then, couple of things I wish I could go back in time and insert them into this video. Oh wells. Thank you for stopping by and sharing your kind words, means a lot

  • @odi9974
    @odi9974 8 місяців тому +2

    Finally found a guide on sekiro combat that doesnt go on a de-route about what life lessons the game wants to teach us

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  8 місяців тому

      Well I'm glad I was able to help? and that you're having fun with the game?

  • @Kwendrastorm
    @Kwendrastorm 3 роки тому +9

    I picked this up on the Game of the year edition sale because of you. Have watched you go through the challenge runs and felt confident enough to have a go, and with the guide it's not so daunting. Thank you for the amazing guide and content, you're a gem in the gaming community.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      :')
      That was so awesome to read. Thank you for making my day.
      I know a lot of people struggle with the combat and I feel they just need to be shown how it all works, the "rules", so to speak, and then they'd be inspired to pwn, and not miss out on such an awesome, fulfilling title. It can be a lifechanging experience for some.
      Have you started yet? :)

  • @natansechi2884
    @natansechi2884 3 роки тому +3

    Best guide ever, I really learned something new. Thank you

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      You're very welcome. I hope you're enjoying the game :)

  • @maxwellhogan5059
    @maxwellhogan5059 2 роки тому +2

    WOOOOOOW. This video is amazing. Thank you for making it!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Thank you Maxwell :) I hope you got some useful tips, and that the game is more enjoyable to you now :)

  • @peternowlan5196
    @peternowlan5196 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you that means a lot. My goal is finish the game by the time I’m 70, so 3 years. That’s a good 6 months on some of the bosses that stopped me previously.

    • @allenniumfalcon
      @allenniumfalcon Місяць тому

      I believe in you. Bless you, sir.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Місяць тому +2

      As Allen said before me - I believe in you!

  • @shebnitz
    @shebnitz 3 роки тому +5

    I CAN'T WAIT EITHER (but alas I must wait. Super excited tho!) Been waiting for this a long time!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +3

      Already it's happening in 12 hours ;D

  • @writingmetal
    @writingmetal Рік тому +2

    Absolutely fantastic video... the no-hit demos at the end are just like fine art, I wish I can get that good one day

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +1

      Aww thank you

    • @writingmetal
      @writingmetal Рік тому

      @@Katiecakes Speaking of distractions, I was getting my a** kicked by genichiro but I knew I could beat him... then it came to me, I just needed to stay calm, so I turned the music off and voilà... defeated him first try without that awesome yet dramatic anxiety-inducing music 😆,... I'll try without the HUD now cause I still panic against some enemies 😑

  • @mohammadfayz196
    @mohammadfayz196 Рік тому +2

    I bet this is the best sekiro guide on youtube...Never seen before like this..the way you explaining everything in such a deep... Very helpful and enjoyable content....👍👍 carry on ..

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +1

      aww thank you for your kind compliments. I hope the game is much more enjoyable to you now :)

  • @BobbyDigital_100
    @BobbyDigital_100 3 роки тому +1

    I could listen to you talk for days 😌 awesome and helpful upload!🤺🗡⚔️🥷

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much :) Hope you're having a lot more fun with the game now.

  • @coldwater3136
    @coldwater3136 Рік тому +3

    fantastically edited video, i just 100%'ed elden ring (my first fromsoftware game) and am now experiencing beginner learning curve for sekiro (

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +1

      You're very welcome, Cold Water, and congratulations on 100%'ing Elden! Hope you enjoy Sekiro, the combat is unbelievably good and addictive, triggers the perfectionist in, well, those who are into it lol

  • @mewxtwo
    @mewxtwo Рік тому +3

    This channel deserves waaaay more subs

  • @hardikjain5943
    @hardikjain5943 3 роки тому +1

    This is the best combat guide I've ever seen in of any game. Keep it up. Regards.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you for the high praise :)

  • @theoutsider0724
    @theoutsider0724 2 роки тому +1

    Very professional and clear guide. Your channel is very underrated

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you :) I learn a lot myself with each guide I make.

  • @AlexanderJoneshttps
    @AlexanderJoneshttps 3 роки тому +5

    This video is so well done I'm going to share it :)

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +4

      You mad lad, you :) Thank you for checking it out!

    • @AlexanderJoneshttps
      @AlexanderJoneshttps 3 роки тому +2

      @@Katiecakes It's fine always here to help :D

  • @BURNTTOAST428
    @BURNTTOAST428 3 роки тому +8

    Just when I was about to give up I ran across this video, perfect 👌🏻

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      :) I'm so glad. What boss made you about to give up? You pwnd with a vengeance, I presume?

    • @fujithemountain
      @fujithemountain 3 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes Stuck on Lady Butterfly, I don't want to cheese my way through the game but it's so freakin tough.

  • @rafaelmendes714
    @rafaelmendes714 3 роки тому +2

    One of the best tutorials I've ever seen, hats off! The sleep/take a time off recommendation is so true. I've struggled for a week VS Orphan of Kos (1st time fighting him and on NG++). So I let the game a side for a couple days, then I defeated him 1st try.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Yeah Orphan... took many, many, many attempts, and that's between me and my friend, co-oping. Even with our incredible sandwiching powers, it's still tricky af. Did you do a lot of parrying?

  • @d3vilshd486
    @d3vilshd486 3 роки тому +2

    WOW i am extremally suppressed that your channel is not way more popular since this is video of yours that i have seen and all i can say is that its amazing and it is very clear that you really put a lot of work into your video's to make them as helpful as possible i mean this guide had a huge amount of helpful info in it iv already beating sekiro but i learned a lot from your video i really wish i had seen it while i was on doing my first play though im really looking forward to watching your other videos because i think your awesome keep it up

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much

    • @d3vilshd486
      @d3vilshd486 3 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes haha don't worry your not the only one that died over and over i sucked pretty bad too i for some strange reason i had a terrible habit of playing sekiro in a similar was to how i played dark souls and died a lot because if it i lost count of how many times id try to step dodge instead of deflect just on instinct
      and up to now iv only gotten the chance to do 1 full play though but with the new up date being released i will be starting a new play though hope fully with in the next few days which not going to lie i was kinda putting it off until i watched your guide which has gotten me to really want to play it again as soon as possible and stream the whole thing
      and if its alright with you i would really like to mention your channel and your sekiro guides in the description while i stream sekiro

  • @im18andolder123
    @im18andolder123 3 роки тому +4

    Just started the game and this helped so much! Can't wait to practice and go through the suffering

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      I hope the suffering would be close to non-existent now that you're armed with key knowledge and power beyond comprehension :D

  • @greencheetahreviews4071
    @greencheetahreviews4071 3 роки тому +8

    Just finished my first playthrough and immediately started New Game+. This is easily my favourite FROMSOFTWARE game, and Isshin The Sword Saint is SUCH A GOOD BOSS! Now onto the Shura ending!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      Exciting! It just blows that the Shura Ending cuts the game so short. And of course Isshin is a fantastic final boss. Pretty much the only FS end boss that isn't outright insane in the membrane lol.

    • @greencheetahreviews4071
      @greencheetahreviews4071 3 роки тому +3

      @@Katiecakes He is an insane person (he came out of his dead grandson after all) but his attacks just feel fun to parry and doge away from

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      @@greencheetahreviews4071 lol it's a fair point, however I don't see him as insane; Genichiro is insane for resorting to such measures of bringing his grandad back from the dead. I mean, Isshin is the only boss who is just fighting us for the enjoyment of fighting. He wants to fight us because he's always wanted to feel the power of the ultimate dual. It's not that he wants to kill us, unlike every other final FS boss. It's a fine line, I hope I'm making sense :)

    • @greencheetahreviews4071
      @greencheetahreviews4071 3 роки тому +3

      @@Katiecakes Oh I thought he was honouring Genichiro's wish. Well it's nice that in the Shura ending Isshin fights you because you were evil. Also Genichiro boss is less fun for one reason.....THAT DAMN BOY. And yeah he's WAYYYYYY more insane

    • @greencheetahreviews4071
      @greencheetahreviews4071 3 роки тому +3

      And you made a lot of sense

  • @mikefinocchio421
    @mikefinocchio421 3 роки тому +2

    Great guide, thank you. Will definitely have to try out the method with holding block and tapping deflect.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      You are most welcome :)
      The block-tapping method definitely works as long as you don't succumb to spamming. It is only truly effective if you are familiar with your opponents' attack patterns, specifically how they sound in a sequence. I find it really helped (and still helps! Definitely applicable to the new gauntlet!) to watch other players' no-damage recordings, and pay especial attention to the sound patterns of deflections. I basically memorise them like songs, which I then try to replicate in my own fights by hitting the deflection trigger just like how you'd hit musical notes. Hope that makes sense :)

  • @nox6497
    @nox6497 2 місяці тому +1

    Very helpful guide, just started Sekiro after playing the souls games. The video is neatly organized, and things are explained well and in a straightforward manner. Thank you for making this.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 місяці тому

      Thank you very much for your kind words

  • @garrettkeenan2043
    @garrettkeenan2043 3 роки тому +6

    Excellent guide for people struggling, the only thing I’d add is that it’s usually pretty safe to attack until your opponent deflects you, at which point you deflect them and counterattack. Repeat until death. Of course there are exceptions; Lone Shadows for example can be cheesed remarkably well by simply attacking once and deflecting after that (they like to spam their little bitch kick to try to break your posture and it’s hilarious to trap them in a loop for a few hits, but they’ll eventually do their two sword swipe or leaping slam in a pitiful attempt to break out but these are punishable as well). Might be helpful for a more advanced guide in the future. Edit: the only exception to the deflect and counter attack rules I can think of are a) beast type enemies such as Ogre or Guardian Ape and b) a certain Owl who refuses to be posture broken until you chunk his vitality.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +6

      Those are excellent points, Garrett. I truly appreciate your input as I'm always looking to up my guiding game.
      I think when a player becomes more confident, they'll be able to find that pattern, of attack/deflect/counterattack back and forth, to be able to grab swift victories.
      I have a feeling though, that for beginners, it might be more beneficial to try to win fights by deflecting (and performing other defensive counter measures) as much as possible so they can learn to pick out their attack windows. At least, that's how I progressed, by (at first) trying to win fights by attacking as little as possible, and letting my opponents do the job for me.
      I wasn't sure if I should list exceptions to the overall rule of deflecting and counter-attacking, because I tried to keep this as spoiler-free as possible (for example , with regards to the Ape).
      There is also another example where vitality dmg is pretty important to avoid a SLOG of a fight, and that's with the false monk. She recovers her posture almost immediately unless you get her down to 60% health.

  • @canlex
    @canlex 2 роки тому +3

    Such a well put together and well made video. I quit a while back even though I’m a huge souls fan. This is just what I needed to learn how to play the game and get back into it! Sub well earned

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you kindly for the sub

    • @canlex
      @canlex 2 роки тому +1

      @@Katiecakes totally get that lol. I did the same ‘Cept with bloodborne

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      @@canlex Hey at least BB is kind of a little closer to Sekiro than ds3. It's super fast and aggressive, and there's the primitive groundwork for the deflection/deathblow system found in the bullet-parry.
      Do you have a favourite out of all of Soulsborne? :)

    • @canlex
      @canlex 2 роки тому +1

      @@Katiecakes laaaaate late response but Bloodborne is my favorite for sure

  • @carlyhamilton7167
    @carlyhamilton7167 2 роки тому +2

    Ironically, although most other new players had a *lot* of trouble with Patsy the Ogre, I got him on my second attempt. Through pure posture damage. I didn't even get a stealth death blow in. I credit this to the fact that I've been playing a lot of Dark Souls, and my impression of Patsy was that he functions a lot like a Dark Souls boss compared to others in the game. All I needed was to dodge and counterattack.
    I don't credit my own skill, because I'm still very stuck on other bosses that can't be danced around so easily. I think that's the most useful piece of advice I'm going to take from this video today: "quit dancing around".

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Man I wish I had that easy a time with Patsy. Oddly, I also was "raised" on Souls games, all the way back from 2009 with Demon's Souls. But it's those damned magnet hands of his. And also because jumping is such a crazy mechanic now in a FromSoft game that I went a little crazy with it, didn't stop bunny-hopping (and getting pwnd in mid-air all the time) until almost end-game.
      Truly, the whole instinct of staying directly in front of our opponents' faces took quite a bit to cultivate. But then I'm a slow learner :)
      Which bosses are you having trouble with? Maybe I be of assistance? :)

  • @legendofthebaconburner8691
    @legendofthebaconburner8691 6 місяців тому +1

    This is a really thorough and well-packaged video. Thank you.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  6 місяців тому

      Many thanks for your kind words

  • @travisoutlaw9511
    @travisoutlaw9511 2 роки тому +3

    Love your passion for this game! I have over 150 hours and I still feel like I'm a long way from mastering the combat in Sekiro. The game is amazing, but the combat system is the part that keeps people coming back.
    Awesome video, thank you for helping people out fellow Shinobi

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому +1

      Dude, by 150 hours I was *barely just* getting the hang of combat. It took me that long to understand the posture and deflection system, as I come from a long history of Soulsborne reflexes :)
      So yeah you're doing amazing. I suggest to spice things up by doing Charmless/Demon Bell, and perhaps consider taking the HUD off. It might sound counterintuitive but it actually makes the game easier that way.
      Are you going for Platinum? :)

    • @travisoutlaw9511
      @travisoutlaw9511 2 роки тому

      @@Katiecakes I appreciate your response and input. That makes me feel a little better about how much time it takes to truly 'get gud' at this game lol. I am planning on 100%ing this game. I'm on XBox, I have 7 achievements left. I would Plat if I was still cool with a PlayStation ;)
      I have played with the Demon Bell a little bit. The idea of Charmless still scares me at this point lol. I joined the Sekiro subReddit after I heard you talking about it. It is cool to talk with other people who have passion for this game. And memes 😅🤣

  • @alchemywolf5064
    @alchemywolf5064 3 роки тому +4

    oh, you won a new subscriber with this, thanks!!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much, I hope my guide helped :) are you new to Sekiro?

    • @alchemywolf5064
      @alchemywolf5064 3 роки тому +1

      @@Katiecakes i am super new to sekiro and ....to y
      Uploading stuff to youtube too, So i know how hard is to make quality content like yours, so keep being awesome please 😙

  • @Methiri
    @Methiri Рік тому +1

    Started Sekiro a few days ago and I'm of course struggling. This isn't just the best Sekiro combat guide I've seen, it's one of the best guides to a game I've ever seen. Great content, thank you.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому

      That's such a massive compliment, thank you so much

  • @Damo20
    @Damo20 4 місяці тому +1

    Getting back into Sekiro again after not really clicking with it the first time around, this video was very helpful - thank you for sharing 🙏 Your voice is awesome by the way, so mellifluous

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  4 місяці тому +1

      Oh I'm so glad that you found my guide helpful, I hope the game is much more enjoyable to you now
      And thank you for your kind words

    • @Damo20
      @Damo20 4 місяці тому +1

      You’re welcome, credit where it’s due! 😊
      I will definitely check out the Bloodborne Lovecraft video, that sounds amazing. And congratulations on Codex Lost, I’ll look out for it!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  4 місяці тому +1

      @@Damo20

  • @stefanoangossini
    @stefanoangossini 3 роки тому +8

    I believe one of the most exhaustive videos out there !! Thank you very much for the quality of work/time/effort !!

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      It's absolutely my pleasure. I hope you found some helpful tips and hints in there :)

  • @jcers
    @jcers 3 роки тому +12

    I tend to play games stealthily whenever I can and love going in-depth with those mechanics, but I’ve rarely played a game that really let me do the same thing with combat. I might have to give Sekiro a try.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +5

      Oh yeah it's awesome how stealth can be exploited in this game. You can pretty much stack-bab everyone if you have the patience to map out their key locations. That and you can outrun EVERYONE except for like, two bosses. I hope you have fun with it and if you get stuck on the combat, the guide'll be here for you :)

    • @semajxocliw
      @semajxocliw 2 роки тому

      sekiro's stealth mechanics are janky as fuck and feel unfinshed. they can be exploited if you have patience to figure it out but it can be pretty unintuitive.

    • @jcers
      @jcers 2 роки тому +4

      @@semajxocliw bro, I make Assassin’s Creed stealth videos. Learning how to use janky, unfinished and unintuitive mechanics is my bread and butter, haha

  • @kalizto303
    @kalizto303 2 роки тому +1

    Yes..This is the one....I've been playing this all day in the studio inbetween calls...I've not been having a good time..I need to ace this hangover and swing back in with these tips to make my day brighter...Thanks Katie.....

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      First off, hope that hangover's fucked off to oblivion, where it belongs :)
      I do hope this helps. There *are* new things that I had been made aware of in the two years since this guide was put out, for example the potential importance of re-mapping buttons, or how helpful it can be to simply turn the music down and the sound effects up.
      Let me know if you need any further guidance. Happy to help :)

  • @mikelmao8849
    @mikelmao8849 2 роки тому +1

    one of the best guides i've ever seen for a video

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  2 роки тому

      Many thanks :) That is high praise indeed.

  • @dmbase
    @dmbase 3 роки тому +3

    Someone actually gave this a thumbs down? Wish this video existed before I slogged my way to platinum using the tried and true method of dying 50 times until you actually figure it out.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +1

      Haha I honestly think it was an innocent mistake. I thumbs-down things on accident sometimes, and some people don't know that you can revert it. But yeah when the video was in the "about-to-premiere" stage yesterday, it got a thumbs-down too but then when the premiere started, it went away and turned into a thumbs up lol. Anyway it doesn't bother me :)
      You only died 50 times? I died 130 times to Isshin in NG+ D:

  • @obieplays1472
    @obieplays1472 3 роки тому +6

    Gosh, I wish my physics professor taught me like this.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  3 роки тому +2

      You can always show him this video :B

  • @sanketss84
    @sanketss84 Рік тому +1

    I just started on Sekiro's journey. This video is a blessing. Thank you so so much for making this.

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  Рік тому +1

      I'm so glad

    • @sanketss84
      @sanketss84 Рік тому

      @@Katiecakes I cant thank you enough for all the effort you put in for this. I am not the one the play souls type games but Elden Ring drew a lot of attention to FromSoftware games and thats how I came to know about Sekiro and I just felt in love with this game the moment I saw its art style , music and how fluild the movements were. I wasnt aware this game is super super difficult and I did not even understand the game mechanics and what all those meters were. This guide gave me a great base line to enjoy Sekiro's journey. Hopefully I will be able to eventually get better at playing this and complete it one day.

  • @LillyAnarkitty
    @LillyAnarkitty 4 місяці тому +1

    I’ve been so immersed in the Sekiro community for years… how have I never come across this video?

    • @Katiecakes
      @Katiecakes  4 місяці тому

      idno lol :D
      I used to be super active in the Sekiro subreddit, years ago, and this video was circulating pretty heavily then, but that was like 3 years ago :)