Rise of the Ronin

Matthew Perry is the first bossRise of the Roninplayers will encounter , a colonist Commodore coiffe on at last capturing the " white whale " of Japanese trade . He attacks fast , has a piece at long ranges , and can quickly take down Veiled Edges with his combos . Yet , this militiaman can be defeated with well - timed Counterspark parry and apply your friend well .

This first boss fight will essay actor ' prefatory armed combat skills , which the Black Ship mission has been training you for . An of import aspect ofmasteringRise of the Ronin ’s combatisknowing when to interchange out your artillery , and how to take advantage of your milieu . cast aside environmental hazard at Perry to make openings for annihilating combos , and know when to Twin switch to organize a back tap .

rising slope of the Ronin is a complex game with many intricate feature , but there are a few that will importantly improve the experience if adapted betimes .

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How to Defeat Matthew Perry

Despite being the first boss ofRise of the Ronin , Matthew Perry is by no means easy to shell . He attacks in dissipated jazz group , circumvent often , and shoots at the Twins if they stray too far . The Commodore is also the first boss with a Martial Art and Heavy Attack , which can significantly enfeeble your health saloon if not dodged or Countersparked decently .

Players will ask to employ the key skills learn in this prologue to defeat Perry : Countersparks and your Blade Twin . Strategicallyswitch to your allyto distract Perry and either heal with medicative pills or trace up a headshot with your rifle . Let the Commodore fight your Twin for a moment initially to memorise his flak patterns and rhythm , then time your Countersparks to run out his scare bar .

Astute players will remark a number of explosive barrels line the ship ’s pack of cards , which can be thrown at Perry to disorientate him while dealing damage . When Perry is below half health and starts glowing blood-red , duck by from him speedily before he launches his downward stroke or uppercut rifle jazz band . likewise , fudge off when Perry does a bankroll backward , as he will then shoot at the musician from afar .

Commodore Matthew Perry from Rise Of The Ronin posing from multiple angles in front of sailing ships at dusk.

Custom Image by Katarina Cimbaljevic.

While Matthew Perry does have a lot of health , he can nonetheless be deal down with enough parries , Twin switching , and gun barrel launches . By invariably redrawing his aggro from quick Twin switching , your other fighter can dish out harm against him while he turn and resets his attack animation . Eventually , Perry will fall , and you’re able to deliver the cleanup nose candy … that is , until the enigmatic Blue Demon amount to his saving .

What Happens if You Defeat the Blue Demon?

The Blue Demon in the prologue is incredibly difficult , use super fast , far - reaching slashing combos . He also has a farsighted - range , broad fan of projectiles , meaning he is deadly at any reach . Players are not think todefeat the Blue Demonat this point , as it position up the plot ’s most interesting narrative automobile mechanic . He will force you to nibble which of the Blade Twins to get by with the secret subject matter .

While it is possible to defeat the Blue Demon here , it is not urge . While completionists will unlock the " tear of the Blue Demon " achievement , nothing really exchange , and the overarching narrative remain unaffected . Despite being injured , the Blue Demon still fight down against the Twins and forces you at gunpoint to pick a Twin to play as no matter . However , wage increase of the Ronin ’s fallen Blade Twin will return soon enough .

Ryoma Sakamoto in Rise of the Ronin, crossing bloody blades with someone out of frame.

Commodore Matthew Perry from Rise of the Ronin smoking a cigar while wearing a fancy uniform on a sailing ship’s desk at night.

Commodore Matthew Perry from Rise of the Ronin glowing bright ready and with his sword drawn high.

The Blue Demon from Rise of the Ronin stumbling backwards after being hit on a sailing ship’s desk in the stormy night.

Rise of the Ronin

PlayStation 5