Competitive rankings often prioritize characters with strong space control and reliable "Weapon Flip" setups:
Kusaregedo (extreme reach and grabs) and Shizumaru (umbrella mobility and pokes) are frequently cited as the strongest. Samsho5b
Light (A) and Medium (B) slashes are your safest pokes. Heavy Slashes (A+B) deal massive damage but are highly punishable on block. Use the D (Special) button for rolls, ducking,
Use the D (Special) button for rolls, ducking, and hops, which grant throw invincibility. Throws are performed with B/F + C+D and serve as guard breaks to set up a free slash. Top-Tier Characters It maximizes your Sword Gauge and unlocks your
An invincible blast that knocks back opponents. It maximizes your Sword Gauge and unlocks your Weapon Flipping Technique (WFT) , but it disables your Rage meter for the rest of the match once it ends.