Ninja Gaiden: BLACK
HE'S THE ONE THEY CALL DR. FEELGOOD - Full FAQ/Walkthrough
Authored by VampireHorde
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++UPDATE: A couple more updates for some more Missions in Mission Mode
have been made, so check it out!
If you have anything you'd like to contribute here (with credit, of
course), e-mail me at the address below. More good stuff on the way!
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Thanks for clicking on the FAQ. Welcome back, Master Ninja! Unlike the
original XBOX iteration of NG, BLACK is a completely different game (in
a way) and I will chronicle everything you need to know about NGB.
How is NG: BLACK different from the original NG? Oh, you won't believe
the changes made! If you've played the original version to death,
you'll be quite surprised at the new face-lift given to this beast.
My goal with this FAQ is to help you finish BLACK (or at least convince
you to purchase it), so read on!
++AUTHOR'S NOTE: All strategies and tips I mention here are all based
on skills learned from the original NG.
If you've never played (or attempted to finish) the original game, then
I suggest renting or purchasing the original XBOX NG before attempting
anything in BLACK. Doing so will prepare you for BLACK and anything I
mention here. Understand? Cool!
Enough banter, LET'S START THE HARDCORE PARTY!
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This section of the FAQ will be where I will discuss and point out
EVERY single change made from the original NG to NG: BLACK.
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Let's start off with the difficulty on both versions.
ORIGINAL NINJA GAIDEN:
The original version had three difficulties (NORMAL, HARD, and VERY
HARD). Each difficulty brought more enemies and even greater
challenges.
Unlike other action games (*COUGH god of war COUGH*) that use the same
enemy placement for all difficulties but gives them a higher threshold
of damage, NG raised the bar by increasing the number of enemies per
situation and giving the bosses newer and more powerful attacks.
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NINJA GAIDEN BLACK:
This version now introduces FIVE brand new difficulties!
#1: EASY AUTOMATIC MODE AKA NINJA DOG
Similar to the Devil May Cry series, after three sequential deaths
during a level, Ryu will be given the option to try Ninja Dog Mode (are
you really THAT bad?).
If ND Mode is chosen, Ryu is relinquished of his "Master Ninja" title
and is placed one rank below Ayane. When playing through ND Mode, Ryu
is given a purple ribbon (from Ayane) to wear on his wrist to show for
his shame for relinquishing the "Master" rank. I'll talk more about
this mode later.
#2: NORMAL MODE
#3: HARD MODE
#4: VERY HARD MODE
These three difficulties are exactly the same from the original version
(with a couple of Hurricane Pack enhancements thrown in).
#5: VERY DIFFICULT MASTER NINJA MODE
YEAH!! Now THIS is what I'm talking about!!! If you've played the
Hurricane Pack #2, then you are semi-prepared for the MASSIVELY
frustrating challenge of VDMN Mode.
Just like the HP2, this difficulty introduces more difficult situations
with even more enemies (some from the HP2).
If you had a hard time on Normal Mode, STAY AWAY!! You will be BITCH-
SLAPPED and you WILL NOT like it!! I'll discuss more about this mode
later.
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The original game had its fair share of unlockables. Some were easy to
obtain and some weren't.
ORIGINAL NINJA GAIDEN SECRETS:
COSTUMES: Three costumes were unlocked (technically five) in the
original version. The other two were found in the Hurricane Packs only.
#1: Chapter 1 Blue outfit (L-Trigger + R-Trigger)
#2: Ninja of the Future   (L-Trigger; finish any difficulty first)
#3: Evil Ryu              (R-Trigger; must finish Very Hard Mode)
#4: Dragon Skin           (HP1 & HP2 only, Black Button)
#5: White Ninja           (HP1 & HP2 only, White Button)
NES GAMES: All three versions of the NES Ninja Gaiden games could be
unlocked and played in the Main Menu.
DARK DRAGON BLADE/FREE ARMLETS: On a Successive Play file, the DDB and
three Armlets were made available.
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NINJA GAIDEN BLACK SECRETS:
COSTUMES: Two costumes were omitted from the original game with
enhanced versions in BLACK:
#1 COSTUME OMITTAL: The blue ninja outfit has been replaced with the
blue outfit from the arcade Ninja Gaiden (without sleeves).
#2 COSTUME OMITTAL: The Ninja of the Future costume has been fully
replaced with a black outfit, mask, and red scarf (just like Hotsuma's
garb in Shinobi).
PLASMA SABER MK II: The Plasma Saber is now an unlockable item.
ARCADE GAMES: The arcade beat-em-up version of Ninja Gaiden from 1988
finally makes an appearance on a console after 17 freakin' years!
Go to the GOLDEN SCARABS section of the FAQ to find out how to unlock
this cool secret.
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A couple of gameplay changes have been made in BLACK. With the addition
of Hurricane Pack features in the regular game (Lunar, etc.), a couple
of items were omitted and newer, better items have replaced them.
Please note that these changes are for NG BLACK only!
ARMLETS
--ARMLET OF CELERITY
--ARMLET OF POTENCY
Two new Armlets are introduced in BLACK. One decreases the time for
charging for a UT and the other increases damage for throws/kicks.
--SMOKE BOMBS
These items are similar to the ones used by the Black Spider Clan. Use
it to blind and confuse your nearby enemies so that Ryu can escape.
--AYANE ITEMS
In Ninja Dog Mode, a couple of new items are made available by Ayane.
For more info on Ninja Dog Mode, scroll down to the Ninja Dog section.
--BAND OF STRENGTH (similar to the Armlet of the Sun)
--BAND OF POWER
--AYANE'S RATIONS
--AYANE'S RATION BUNDLE
--ORAL KUNAI SCROLLS
Ayane reads every scroll that is thrown in the game. Pick one up to
hear her ramble on about a bunch of stuff.
--INCREASED BOSS LACKEYS
I'll discuss more about this feature below.
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In this section, I will give specific strategies for defeating enemies
(but NOT the bosses) in the harder difficulties (but you can still use
them in the easier ones, too).
These strategies are BULLETPROOF and work wonders! With these
strategies, you can get away unscathed (most of the time).
If you find yourself having difficulty doing what I mention here, then
you MUST keep practicing because there's no other way.
TIP: Be evasive but defensive at the same time! Don't think that
standing around the area while holding the BLOCK button is a good
strategic idea. Keep moving but be aggressive!
REGULAR ENEMIES:
--BROWN/WHITE NINJAS
The best combo to hurt them badly is the XYXY combo (there's no name
for that combo in the Techniques list). It will usually kill them
instantly if you're fast enough.
--BLACK/RED/PURPLE NINJAS
These suckers are much harder to defeat and require precise rolls for
evasion. Use the same XYXY combo (if your sword is at Lvl. 1) or use
the Blade of Nirrti to get the drop on them.
--SAMURAIS/WARLOCKS
These guys are not that hard to figure out. When fighting them, stay
defensive and roll around until the Warlock appears. Roll under his
fireball and then attack with an XYXY combo.
And then use the essence on the Samurais to instantly decimate them. Do
this for all of Chapter 2.
--MSAT/ROBOTIC SOLDIERS and COMMANDERS
Employ the same strategy as with the Black Ninjas. Stay defensive but
evasive and use the Blade Of Nirrti or an XYXY combo. Use the essence
on the commander to kill him.
--CATWOMEN
The best weapon against the felines is the Lunar. Simple Twilight
combos and some fast evasive moves will own them!
--BROWN/PINK FIENDS
By this part of the game, you should have the Izuna Drop in your list,
so abuse it to your advantage. Block and roll when they attack, and
then counter with an Izuna Drop or Blade Of Nirrti.
--SCYTHE-WIELDING FIENDS
On harder difficulties, use the Helmet Splitter attack (NOT the Flying
Swallow) to put them down. And then jump straight up and press XXX.
Trust me, you'll be amazed at how effective this strategy really is.
--ZOMBIES/ZOMBIE ARCHERS
Use any of your hardest combos on the Archer to kill it. From there,
use the essence on the other Zombies to get the drop on them. You can
also try and do a Lvl 2 UT without essence but beware, Maces and axes
can distract you!
--GHOST FISH
In the original NG, the Dragon Sword worked wonders on these whores. In
NGB, your best bet is the Vigoorian Flails. Jump and attack and then do
a continuous combo for all the fish.
--ARMORED/RPG SOLDIERS
These guys have a hard defense so you'll need to break their guard.
Perform a Flying Swallow to break their guard and then do an Izuna Drop
to make them feel the pain.
--LASER COPTERS
I hope you have good aiming skills with the Strongbow because you'll
need it for these guys.
--WASP FIENDS/LARGE DUNG BEETLES (these are MY made-up enemy names)
The tactic is this: use the Flying Swallow on the Wasp Fiends to avoid
being stung. A simple BLOCK is all you need to avoid being hurt.
As for the LDB, use the Dabilahro and its UT to decimate these suckers
into oblivion.
--LARGE FISH (CHAPTER 11 and on)
If Ryu is on dry land, use APFSDS Cores to finish them off. If Ryu is
underwater, use the Spear Gun.
--MACE-WIELDING OGRES
When facing off against a trio of these fools, your best weapon is a
fully upgraded Dabilahro. Ryu can evade every mace attack by simply
using a forward Reverse Wind and then he can quickly counter with a
hard combo.
--ZOMBIE SOLDIERS
It's unfair fighting an enemy that runs faster than you. So be smart
and use the walls to your advantage. Run up against the wall and do a
strong attack. If you're lucky, you can do an Izuna Drop without too
much hassle, too.
--CRAB FIENDS
I hate these things.
--PINCER FIENDS
Use the same strategy from the pink and brown fiends.
--HELL KNIGHTS
These guys have powerful attacks and each one is easy to evade. When
they do a forward attacks, block it and roll away, and then counter
with a hard combo. They don't dodge the counterattack until after they
transform (but it'll be too late for their stupid asses).
All it takes is simple evasive rolls to avoid being damaged cheaply.
After each evasive roll, be sure to counter quickly or you'll miss the
opportunity to damage them.
After they transform, stick with the same tactic to kill them off.
WHO'S THE SMART ONE NOW, BITCH!
These are the strategies for NGB. Now all you have to do is utilize
them to your best ability. If there is a better way than what I've
mentioned here for a specific enemy, e-mail me at the address below and
let me know what it is. Credit to originality, of course!
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I will give a quick speed run through the game. NG BLACK utilizes the
HP1 enemy placement (plus a few extras) in place of the original NG
version. So get used to playing a harder version than the original.
I'll point out all the important parts to make sure that you don't come
surprised out of the gate. Understand? Cool, LET'S ROCK!
++NOTE 1: In Mission Mode, the game reveals the real names of the
bosses. From here on, I will be using the real boss name to replace the
supposed names that have been made up.
++NOTE 2: The enemy placement for lackeys is based on the harder
difficulties.
++NOTE 3: I will have bulletproof strategies for the all boss fights
and their lackeys soon!
If you have a boss tactic you'd like placed here (from Hard Mode and
on), e-mail me at the address below. Credit to originality, of course!
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CHAPTER 1: WAY OF THE NINJA
Start your morning with a fresh kill.
--OBJECTIVE: Enter the Ninja Fortress and find the Fangs of the Samurai
--Scripted fight: Yellow-walled room.
Kill the ninjas and run for the Fangs.
--Objective: Get the Key of Courage and head to the Inner Sanctum
Insert the Fangs on the display and dash over to Murai.
Scripted fight: Inner Sanctum
Kill all the ninjas as fast as you can (be sure to SAVE!).
--BOSS BATTLE: MURAI W/ WHITE NINJAS
The only distraction here is the Shurikens that ninjas toss at you.
Also, try NOT to stay too close to Murai.
Other than that, maintain the tactic of waiting for Murai to either do
a Rush Attack or a somersault and then counter with an XYY combo.
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CHAPTER 2: THE HAYABUSA VILLAGE
This Chapter is essentially unchanged (except for the Black Spider
ambush) from its original version.
-Objective: Head for the Village Entrance
As you dash for the village, utilize the strategies I mentioned above
for maximum Karma points.
-Objective: Obtain the Bow and find Doku!
Obtain the Bow from Ayane (but don't kill her with it, ya sicko!) and
dash outside.
--SUB-BOSS BATTLE: HORSEMEN
Use the Lunar for this battle. Keep using the Twilight combo on any
horseman to unseat them off the horse. Use a UT to finish them off
quickly.
--BOSS BATTLE: MASAKADO W/ WARLOCKS
The tactic is simple: evade the Warlock fireballs and kill them. Use
the essence they leave behind and unleash a UT on Masakado. Repeat.
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CHAPTER 3: SKIES OF VENGEANCE
Just like Chapter 2, this Chapter is essentially unchanged. You can
beat this Chapter in under 15 minutes and get Master Ninja rank easily.
-Objective: Get the Map and the Wing Key.
Grab the map in the third room first. You can ignore the fight in this
small room but I suggest you kill the two soldiers just in case.
--Scripted fight: Kill the soldiers and get the Wing Key.
--Scripted fight: Cabin Room
Kill the soldiers in the cabin to unlock the door.
--Objective: Find the ID card.
Make a mad dash to the Control Room!
--Scripted fights: Control Room
Kill the soldiers and grab the ID card.
--Objective: Destroy the Engine Room
Make a mad dash to the room with the crank.
--Scripted fight: Aft Cabin
Kill the soldiers that come rappelling in and continue the objective.
Kill the other two soldiers with the bow and cross the zipline to the
Aft Cabin. Kill the lone soldier and finish the objective.
--Objective: Head for the roof of the zeppelin
Dash for the roof! Decimate the enemies in the way and then unlock the
hatch. Be sure to use the well-hidden Save Point across from the ladder
to the roof.
--BOSS BATTLE: DYNAMO W/ MSAT SOLDIERS
Unlike the Murai fight, your best strategy is to stay as close to
Dynamo as possible. Block his melee attacks and evade his grab and then
quickly counter with an XYY combo.
When you stay close to Dynamo, his backhand attacks will usually always
kill the MSAT soldiers (relieving you of that duty) so STAY CLOSE TO
HIM! This fight should take no less than a minute to finish.
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CHAPTER 4: IMPERIAL CITY INFILTRATION
This Chapter introduces robotic soldiers and the catwomen into the
fold. Have those reflexes ready and the Intercept ready!
--Objective: Head to Muramasa's Shop
Decimate all soldiers and head up to the Military Base Entrance.
--Scripted fight: Military Base Entrance
Kill all the soldiers and then continue past the unlocked single-
jeweled door.
--Objective: Get the Spirit of the Devils
Across the multi-jeweled door is a set of stairs going up the building.
Fight off the soldiers and kill the catwomen. Once that's done grab the
SOTD in the chest and jump down.
--Objective: Unlock the multi-colored door and head to Han's Bar.
--Scripted fight: Muramasa's Shop
Before unlocking the green-jeweled door, fight off a bunch of soldiers.
Complete the objective and run to Han's Bar. If the catwomen are giving
you problems then kill them.
--Objective: Grab the Windmill Shuriken and go back to Muramasa.
Make a mad dash to Muramasa's shop and buy something and run back to
Han's Bar!
--BOSS BATTLES: NONE
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CHAPTER 5: CITY OF FIENDS
Same as Chapter 4.
--Objective: Release the Drawbridge
Make a mad dash to the Pegasus Key (you can jump down from the roof if
you don't want to fight soldiers in the club).
After getting the key on your way back to unlock the door, kill the
three catwomen (if you need to) and then open the door and release the
Drawbridge. Make a mad dash for the Monastery Area Clearing.
--Objective: Head for the Monastery
--Scripted fight: Monastery Plaza
The gates will slam shut at the Monastery Plaza. Fight off all the
soldiers and continue the objective.  Fight the black ninjas and head
for the Monastery Area Clearing.
--Scripted fight: Monastery Area Clearing
Fight off the soldiers before the red-dino fiends show up.
--SUB-BOSS BATTLE: RED-DINO FIENDS
--BOSS BATTLE: HYDRACUBUS W/ BROWN FIENDS
Try not to focus on killing the lackeys. Even if they leave essence
when killed, a UT will not damage the boss when both of its tentacles
are still attached.
Instead, stay close to Hydracubus and use rolls to avoid being slapped
(it'll slap the lackeys for you). Just keep doing the Flying Swallow
attack on its tentacles and using the UT when it's vulnerable.
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CHAPTER 6: THE MONASTERY
There is a brand new boss in this Chapter and it'll kill you to know
who it is. Hopefully, you know how to overcome yourself.
--Objective: Obtain the Book of Eons
Make a mad dash for the Monk's Room on the second floor as soon as the
chapter starts.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: RYU + TRUE DRAGON SWORD
Go to the MIRROR MATCH section further down the FAQ for a breakdown of
this tough battle.
**DO NOT go back to the Archive after obtaining the Book Of Eons
--Scripted fight: Monk's Room
Once you obtain the Book of Eons (and the statue) kill all the fiends
to unlock the door. Jump down to the Altar Room and place the book on
the altar and jump down to the Corridor of Doom.
--Objective: Obtain the Holy Grail
Run down the Corridor Of Doom and make a mad dash to the Ritual Room.
DON'T JUMP from the top of Econtra Babel Specus or else!
++NOTE: Don't forget the Vigoorian Flails
--Scripted fight: Ritual Room
Kill all the Wasp fiends and zombies and grab the Holy Grail. Run out
to the rotating platform while killing the zombies outside the Ritual
Room. Make a mad dash back to Econtra Babel Specus with Incendiary
Shuriken equipped.
Use it on the three archers on the way up and complete the objective.
--BOSS BATTLE #2: BONE DRAGON W/ WASP FIENDS
Use evasive rolls and keep an eye on the dragon's attacks instead of
trying to waste the Wasp Fiends. Use the Flying Swallow on the Wasp
Fiends to quickly kill them (and release Blue Essence) if they get in
your way.
Run up to the dragon's limbs and use the Fang of the Wolf attack (XXYY)
and an XYY combo to hurt it. Also, DO NOT waste time charging for a UT
because it WON'T work!
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CHAPTER 7: THE HIDDEN UNDERGROUND
No new features or surprises here.
++After the fight from Chapter 6, DO NOT jump down!  Head for the save
point AND THEN jump down!
--Objective: Head to the Chamber of Everlasting Sleep
Scurry past the four archers and head for Muramasa's statue to upgrade
your sword.
Don't cross the bridge in the Suspension Bridge Room! Jump down
instead. Kill the zombies and the pink fiends and head to the red or
blue door.
--Scripted fights: Red and Blue Room
Technically, none of the zombie archer fights in the blue or red room
are scripted but use your bow and take them all out as fast as you can
anyway. Continue the objective.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: HYDRACUBUS
Aren't you tired of this "boss" already?
--Objective: Go back to the Monastery
Continue the objective and make a mad dash past the archers and zombies
to the chamber. After the flooding occurs, save your game.  Take the
underwater elevator; and head back to the Altar Room.
--BOSS BATTLE #2: ALMA W/ BROWN FIENDS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 8: TAIRON UNDER ALERT
No new features or surprises here.
--Objective: Obtain the Strongbow
Make a mad dash for the Drawbridge.
--Scripted fight: The gates slam shut near Monastery Plaza again. Kill
all the armored soldiers and scurry along for the Strongbow.
++Alternate route: After crossing the Drawbridge to the blue-jeweled
door, run to the chest where you found the Pegasus Key and jump down
from there and head back to the Lily Door. This way you don't deal with
RPG-soldiers shooting rockets at you.
Dash over to the door with skull and complete the objective.
--Scripted fight: Military Base Entrance #1
After obtaining the bow, head for the Military Base Entrance with
Incendiary Shuriken equipped.  Kill the two gunmen and wait for the
helicopter.
--Scripted fight: Military Base Entrance #2
Just block the helicopter gunfire. When it leaves, stand next to the
dead body with arrows and have your bow ready.
Shoot the RPG-soldier in the blue-colored window.
--Objective: Open the Military Base door
Ignore the three soldiers (or kill them) near the skull door and
complete the objective. Exit and head for the Military Base entrance.
--BOSS BATTLE: NONE
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CHAPTER 9: MILITARY STRENGTH
No new features or surprises here.
--Objective: Obtain the Warehouse Key and enter the Warehouse
Fight off the soldiers in your way. Aim the Strongbow from around the
corner to the first tower gunner then move forward to the next gunner.
After both perish, dash and grab the Warehouse key while ignoring
everyone else and head for the Warehouse!
++Don't forget to load up on Explosive Arrows before entering the
Warehouse
--Objective: Find the Shutter Key and exit the Warehouse
You can ignore the mini-copters or waste precious time shooting them
down with APFSDS Cores. DO NOT use Explosive Arrows here! You need them
for the Tank fight.
If you choose to ignore these copters, then remember that when you
press the block button their lasers won't fling Ryu a dozen feet away
(but he'll still take damage)! Complete the objective and exit the
Warehouse.
--Scripted fight: Locomotive Turntable
You'll fight wave after wave of armored soldiers (remember, ultimate
attacks are your friend here). Kill them all then save your game. Now
head for the unlocked door.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: TANKS X2
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
--Objective: Destroy the Communication Tower
--BOSS BATTLE #2: TOMAHAWK HELICOPTER
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
--Objective: Escape the base
Destroy the radio tower and then activate the locomotive. Complete the
objective to end the level.
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CHAPTER 10: THE AQUADUCT
You encounter yourself in this Chapter (again) so be ready!
--Objective: Enter the Aquaducts
Wait for the fiends to arrive and then kill them all! Run for the
manhole to start the mission.
--Objective: Obtain the Red Tablet of the Stream
Ignore all fiend encounters and head for the Hall of Balance. Grab the
Insect Key and dash to the first electric worm boss.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: THUNDERBOLT WORM
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
--Objective: Grab the Water Statue and open the door
Use the Red Tablet and head for the other side of the Aquaducts. Ignore
all fiends and make a mad dash for the Water Statue! Dash to the door
and insert the statue.
--Objective: Obtain the Blue Tablet of the Stream
Jump down to the Underground Waterway.
--BOSS BATTLE #2: THUNDERBOLT WORM X2
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
-Objective: Escape the Aquaducts
--BOSS BATTLE #3: RYU + DABILAHRO
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
NOTE: This battle takes place once you open the door to Peristyle
Passage. After defeating yourself, re-enter Peristyle Passage to
trigger the Fiend Challenge.
Use the Blue Tablet and head for Peristyle Passage. Open the door and
head for the Underground Sanctuary. Ignore the fiends here and get the
Brand Of Valor and insert it on the ground near the exit.
--BOSS BATTLE #4: PAZ ZUU
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 11: THE PATH TO ZARKHAN
No new features or surprises here.
--Objective: Get the Silver/Gold Medallions and the Breathing Tank
You're going to have to deal with Ryu's slow swimming animations.
Complete the objectives and insert the medallions at the altar.
--Objective: Head for Zarkhan Stadium
Save your game and take the elevator to the stadium.
--BOSS BATTLE: DOKU
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 12: THE CAVERNS
The Flame Dragon boss now has lackeys! How irrepressible does that
sound!
--Objective: Solve the stadium puzzle and head for the caverns.
Refer elsewhere for a walkthrough on solving the puzzle. Ignore all
enemies to the caverns and complete the objective.
--Objective: Find the Shield Of Vigoor and insert it in the door
Kill all enemies in the Ice Caverns and complete the objective.
--Objective: Find 4 Iron Ore to make the Cog of Vigoor
Kill all the Ogres in the Magma Caverns and complete the objective.
(And be sure to kill the ones that sit in the lava!)
--Objective: Get the Eye of Ice
After obtaining the Cog of Vigoor, head for the save point to save your
game. Smash the block of ice near the save point.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: YOTUNFRAU W/ CATWOMEN
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
--Objective: Insert Cog Of Vigoor at the door and find the Eye of Flame
Avoid the flames and quickly head to the boss.
--BOSS BATTLE #2: FLAME WORM
Killer tip: Use the Dabilahro for quicker results. Complete the
objective.
--Objective: Insert the Eye of Ice/Flame at the door and obtain the
statue in the Hall of the Flame Dragon
--BOSS BATTLE #3: SMAUGAN W/ ZOMBIES
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 13: THE AWAKENING
This is the last Chapter where you fight yourself. You should be glad
that you've made it this far.
--Objective: Activate portal and obtain True Dragon Sword
Kill all enemies and rush to the Plaza. Complete the objective and head
for the portal at the end of the Graveyard until you reach the Pyramid.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: RYU + VIGOORIAN FLAILS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
NOTE: This battle takes place in the Portal area just outside the
Monastery. Be prepared for this battle!
--BOSS BATTLE #2: ALMA AWAKENED W/ PINK FIENDS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
--Objective: Find the statue and exit the Pyramid
Refer elsewhere for guidance on how to solve the tablet puzzle.
--Scripted fights: After placing the tablets in their correct place in
the left room, you'll fight a swarm of Large Dung beetles. This takes
place twice so be ready with the Dabilahro.
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CHAPTER 14: VENGEFUL SPIRIT
If you hated the Ghost Fish in this Chapter, you now have more reasons
to hate then even more.
--Objective: Find the Griffon Key
There's a portal near the only save point here. Enter the portal.
--Scripted fight: Fiendish Depths
Kill all the enemies to complete the objective.
--Objective: Find the Key of The Lion
When finding this item, you have no choice but to kill the enemies in
this area to obtain it. Complete the objective and open the door.
--Objective: Find the Key of the Lioness
You can try and run past all the fish to complete the objective, but if
not then take the time to slay them all. Head for the door.
--BOSS BATTLE: EVIL SPIRIT DOKU W/ GHOST FISH
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 15: THE CORE
Well, you've made it this far. What's stopping you now?
--Objective: Find the Key of the Decayed Soul
Make a mad dash past all the fiends and fish and head for the key.
Grab the key and dash back to the Palace entrance.
-Objective: Find the Demon, Deity of Destruction statue
Make it to the top of the Palace in one piece.
--Scripted fights: You'll encounter fiends in each of the four floors
of the palace. Have the Armlet of Tranquility and some skills ready.
Head for the top.
--BOSS BATTLE #1: HYDRACUBUS W/ PINCER FIENDS
--BOSS BATTLE #2: YOTUNFRAU W/ PINCER FIENDS
--BOSS BATTLE #3: MARBUS W/ CATWOMEN
--BOSS BATTLE #4: EMPEROR - FORM #1
--BOSS BATTLE #5: EMPEROR - FORM #2
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
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CHAPTER 16: THE DARK DRAGON BLADE
This is it! Go and beat that overgrown purple, hopped-on-roids, muscle-
headed brute into submission to finish the game.
-Objective: Get the Dark Dragon Blade and escape from there!
--BOSS BATTLE: EVIL MURAI
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY COMING SOON!
That's the entire game in a nutshell for ya! If you've played the HP1,
then everything here should be familiar to you. If you HAVEN'T played
the HP1, I suggest that you do so before attempting BLACK.
Now on to MISSION MODE!!!
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Welcome to Mission Mode, Master Ninja! Mission Mode is the newest
feature on BLACK. In this mode, you have 50 Missions (5 Missions each,
10 Phases total) that have certain conditions to be met in order to
complete the mission.
After MM is unlocked in the Main Menu, Ryu begins with only 2 Phases
and 10 missions. To unlock the next Phase, simply complete 5 missions
(the Missions can be completed in any order).
Also note that for each Mission, Ryu can select a brand new costume and
select a difficulty for the next Mission (if the difficulty has been
unlocked).
++UNLOCKABLE: Previous cheat reports stated that you needed a completed
save from the original NG in your XBOX hard drive to automatically
unlock Mission Mode, but it is NOT true. To unlock Mission Mode, simply
finish the game on any difficulty.
Are you ready to start the Missions? LET'S ROCK!!!
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+++   TIPS AND TACTICS   +++
HOLD ON! Don't foolishly enter Mission Mode thinking that it'll be a
breeze, Mister Ninja Dog! Let me reveal a couple of things that you
must know before entering the Mission Mode Arena (advanced players need
not apply):
--On-Land Charge
Used solely by advanced players, you must learn to utilize the On-Land
Charge. When Ryu jumps, he can land on the ground and immediately
charge for a UT. In Missions where you are constantly surrounded by
hordes of enemies, it's best to roll out of the corner and then charge
(if there is essence to absorb).
The more you utilize this tactic, the faster the fight becomes and the
less health you lose.
--Know your boss
If you still don't know how to defeat a specific boss properly, I
suggest reading the strategies in the Walkthrough above.
Once you remember each boss's pattern and learn how to evade all their
attacks, you can defeat them just as easily.
--Know your enemy
In boss fights, its best to know how to defeat the lackeys they spawn.
If you know how to evade the lackeys, then its best to just ignore them
and stick to fighting the boss. (And besides, the boss can easily kill
the lackeys faster.)
--Learn how to utilize your weapons
If you've never learned how to use any of the weapons other than the
Dragon Sword, then you are in a serious heap of trouble. Certain
Missions don't even have the Dragon Sword which means that the lighter
or heavier weapons are your only choice.
If you can't use the Dabilahro or War Hammer (or anything else), go
back and play the main game and learn how to use it there. Learning the
intricacies per weapon in Mission Mode is NOT recommended!
--Know when to use Ninpo
I personally HATE Ninpo. In fact, I find Ninpo to be a cheap way to
beat your enemies. A TRUE ninja would find a way to defeat their
opposition WITHOUT using Ninpo.
Anyway, Ryu has a specific Ninpo attack per Mission. It's completely up
to you to utilize it. But remember, once Ninpo is gone, it's GONE!
++NOTE: All Missions are on Normal difficulty by default. After you
complete a Mission, a newer difficulty is unlocked. You unlock Hard,
Very Hard, and then Master Ninja. GOOD LUCK!
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++NOTE 1: All tactics I describe here work for ALL difficulties! Use
them to your advantage.
++NOTE 2: In harder difficulties, the enemies and bosses have a higher
threshold for damage, which means it'll take a couple more combos than
usual to get the drop on them.
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+++   PHASE 1: PATH OF THE MASTER NINJA   +++
MISSION 1: DEFEAT ALL ENEMIES (24 TOTAL)
LOCATION: NINJA FORTRESS
ENEMIES: RED/BROWN/WHITE NINJAS, WARLOCKS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
Stick with the Flails and use lots of evasion here. The best strategy
here is to wait until a Warlock appears. Dodge his fireball and then
quickly counter with a Fire Pit combo (XXY) to instantly kill him.
Jump away and unleash a UT on the other ninjas to shorten the battle.
If you can't get close to the Warlock, then use the Fire Pit combo on
the other ninjas (it's the strongest attack on the Flails).
If the Flails still can't do you justice for this Mission, switch to
Kitetsu and just finish this Mission already!
Stay evasive so that you don't get burnt or stuck with an Incendiary
Shuriken. Once everyone is SMOKED, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 2: DEFEAT ALL ENEMIES (25 TOTAL)
LOCATION: FLAME CAVERNS
ENEMIES: RED & BLUE DINOS, RED NINJAS, WASP FIENDS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
In this REALLY small area, you have to use the walls to your advantage.
Equip the Dabilahro and use wall attacks to instantly decapitate those
red ninjas (stay evasive to avoid being struck by the dinos). Unleash a
UT on any dino and then QUICKLY attack it with a Flaming Whirlwind
(--> , Y). Wait for it to attack, roll away, and then use the FW again.
Repeat the process until all dinos and ninjas are dead. But don't
absorb that remaining essence just YET! For a few seconds the room will
be empty, so absorb all the essence for a UT and then unleash it when
the Wasp Fiends arrive.
Repeat again 3-4 more times and the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 3: DEFEAT MASAKADO
LOCATION: HAYABUSA VILLAGE
ENEMIES: SPEARMEN, ARCHERS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
First, equip the Lunar and position Ryu near the rocky wall. Stay in a
blocking position while waiting for Masakado to ride near you. Allow
the archer and spearman to ride by and then when Masakado comes close,
strike him with the Twilight combo.
Every time you perform the Twilight combo, the horse will lean back
allowing for another Twilight combo. Strike him with about 4-5 Twilight
combos and that should knock him off the horse (watch out for the other
horsemen!). Once he's down, strike him with more Twilight combos and a
UT (if you can charge).
Once he perishes, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 4: DEFEAT ALL ENEMIES (100 TOTAL)
LOCATION: HP2 REALM
ENEMIES: RED/BLACK/WHITE/PURPLE NINJAS, WARLOCKS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
This Mission may seem too tense for an intermediate player but not
really hard for advanced players.
Stick with the True Dragon Sword. Use the Izuna Drop on the first enemy
you see and the splash damage done should clear the arena for you (this
will only work a couple of times).
Use the essence they leave behind to unleash a UT. Abuse the On-Land
Charge tactic for the entire Mission and it is VERY possible to finish
the Mission WITHOUT using any Ninpo or consuming ANY Elixirs.
Once all the enemies are decimated, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 5: DEFEAT MURAI
LOCATION: MURAI'S LAIR
ENEMIES: BROWN/WHITE/BLACK/PURPLE/RED NINJAS, WARLOCKS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
Murai still maintains his weaknesses, so it's best to exploit them as
much as possible. Equip whichever weapon you want and use wall jump
attacks to kill the lackeys.
When Murai does a Charge attack, roll away once and then quickly
counter with a hard combo. If he somersaults in front of you, quickly
pound a hard combo. Those are your best opportunities to strike, so
take advantage of them.
You can try using wall attacks on Murai, but he is much quicker at
grabbing you if he blocks, so I absolutely DO NOT recommend doing this
tactic on him. Instead, wait for Murai to attack and then counter
against him for faster results.
What do you think of that, you white-haired, steroid poppin' BITCH!
MISSION COMPLETED!
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MISSION 6: DEFEAT THE BONE DRAGON
LOCATION: ECONTRA BABEL SPECUS
ENEMIES: WASP FIENDS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
This battle is exactly the same as it was in Hard Mode of the regular
game. Focus on attacking the limbs with any combo that you see fit
while keeping the BLOCK button handy.
If you need to, use the Flying Swallow on the Wasp Fiends to unleash
some Blue Essence. Evade all the bone dragon's attacks and keep
attacking the limbs. I don't know how else to say it.
Once you've skinned that dragon, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 7: DEFEAT HYDRACUBUS
LOCATION: MONASTERY ANNEX
ENEMIES: BROWN FIENDS, PINCER FIENDS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
If you defeated Hydracubus easily in the regular game, then this fight
should be no problem. But unlike the regular game, Ryu has more a
powerful arsenal up his sleeve. With that in mind, equip the War Hammer
for faster results.
Avoid Hydra's tentacle attacks (use evasive rolls) and abuse the
Counterattack on the lackeys. Once they leave essence behind, get in
close to Hydra and unleash a Level 2 UT (with the War Hammer) to lop
off both tentacles.
Unleash ANOTHER Level 2 UT on Hydra's vulnerable state and then keep
attacking until its tentacles regenerate.
With this tactic, you will easily shave off 35-45% of Hydra's health
with each successful UT. Once Hydra's smoked, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 8: DEFEAT YOTUNFRAU
LOCATION: ICE CAVERN
ENEMIES: CATWOMEN
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
Your absolute best bet for Yotunfrau is to IGNORE the Catwomen. The
more that you try to slay these felines, the more time you waste. Use
the Dragon Sword and stick to using hard combos on Yotunfrau.
But be DEFENSIVE! Even though the felines can distract and hurt you,
ALWAYS keep your eye on Yotunfrau and attack him when he's vulnerable.
Once Yotunfrau is iced, the Mission is Complete!
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MISSION 9: DEFEAT DOKU
LOCATION: ZARKHAN STADIUM
ENEMIES: SAMURAIS, WARLOCKS, HELL KNIGHTS
BULLETPROOF STRATEGY:
Without the Intercept technique, this battle becomes much harder as the
bigger enemies begin to pile on.
Anyway, the decision is entirely yours if you feel that you need to
eliminate the enemies that surround Doku. But the best technique is to
try and let Doku do the work for you. Get as close to Doku and evade
all his attacks by using simple Reverse Wind rolls.
When Doku begins his charge attack, simply roll away once (at the right
time) and then quickly counter with any combo you want. This is pretty
much the most effective strategy that has worked on my part for the
entire battle.
Another great way to decrease Doku's health dramatically is to use
Level 1 UT's on him. Kill a nearby samurai or Warlock and then do a
well-timed Level 1 UT to get the drop on him.
As his health decreases to about 25%, the Hell Knight appears. Again,
use the up-close tactic and Doku will end up killing the Hell Knight
for you (if you stay evasive). Keep up the same tactic through the rest
of the battle and Doku should fall in a hard way. Once he's dead, the
Mission is Complete!
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