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characters
Lady Murasaki — Way of the Sword Recurring NPC and Side-Mission Giver
Lady Murasaki is Way of the Sword's recurring side-mission NPC. Every mission she gives, every reward, and how her quests tie into the main story.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
characters
Miyamoto Musashi — Way of the Sword Protagonist
Miyamoto Musashi is the protagonist of Onimusha: Way of the Sword (2026), a new Oni warrior set in Edo-period Kyoto, modeled on the real historical swordsman.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
characters
Samanosuke Akechi — Character Across All Games
Samanosuke Akechi is Onimusha's original protagonist, an Oni warrior based on the real samurai Akechi Hidemitsu. Stars in Warlords and Demon Siege.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
guides
Issen and Break Issen — How the Parry System Works
Issen is Onimusha's signature one-flash parry. Break Issen is the reworked version in Way of the Sword (2026). Timing, stamina, and execution explained.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
guides
Way of the Sword — Oni Vision and Soul Farming Guide
Oni Vision reveals all demons in an area. Soul farming is how you stock red, yellow, and blue souls efficiently. Best routes, mistakes to avoid, and pre-boss prep.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
guides
Onimusha: Way of the Sword — Release Date, Platforms and Review Roundup
Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches September 4, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. All key release info and review scores in one place.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
guides
Onimusha (Series) — Complete Overview and All Games Ranked
Onimusha is Capcom's Sengoku-era action series about Oni warriors fighting the Genma invasion. Five mainline games from 2001 to 2026, full picture explained.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
items
Way of the Sword — Best Oni Armaments Tier List
Oni Armaments are Way of the Sword's heavy-damage consumable weapons, fueled by blue souls. Best picks, where to find them, and when to spend them.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
lore
The Genma — Nobunaga, Fortinbras, and the Lords of Light
The Genma are Onimusha's demon faction, an underworld invasion led by Fortinbras the God of Light and anchored to the real Oda Nobunaga. Lords and lore explained.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
guides
Onimusha: Way of the Sword — Walkthrough Hub
Stage-by-stage Way of the Sword walkthrough hub: every act, every major encounter, and links to dedicated boss and mechanic guides as they're added.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
lore
The Oni Gauntlet — Series-Central Artifact Explained
The Oni Gauntlet is Onimusha's signature bracer, worn by every protagonist. It absorbs demon souls, powers weapons, drives healing, unlocks transformations.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
bosses
Sasaki Kojiro Boss Guide — Way of the Sword
Sasaki Kojiro is Way of the Sword's antagonist rival and the only confirmed enemy with his own Oni Gauntlet. Strategy, weakness, and phase-by-phase breakdown.
Last updated: 9/2/2026
bosses
Way of the Sword — All Bosses and How to Beat Them
Every confirmed Way of the Sword boss, with weakness, location, and strategy tips. Includes Sasaki Kojiro and the Genma commanders. Updated as Capcom reveals more.
Last updated: 9/2/2026