Is Corrupted Monk Harder than Genichiro?
Direct Answer
Based on various answers and reviews, it appears that the Corrupted Monk and Genichiro are neck and neck when it comes to difficulty level. In fact, according to multiple sources, Corrupted Monk is actually a bit easier to defeat, but don’t be fooled – the battle with Corrupted Monk is still grueling.
Underlying Comparison
Let’s break it down further.
Battle Strategy and Skill
- Genichiro Ashina: You’ll be facing off against a frenzied ninja with impressive combat skills, lightning fast movements, and a high level of intelligence. With Genichiro, each attack has the potential to inflict massive Posture damage, and timing is essential to dodge them. Be prepared to jump, kick, and throw your opponents with swift gestures.
- Corrupted Monk: On the other hand, the Corrupted Monk (or Corrupted Monk Prosthetic Attack) provides an unbreakable barrage of blows using the Monks’ relentless attacks; a more steady and patient approach will guarantee success; no dodges are provided in the battles.
Comparison Table: Difficult Challenges in Sekiro
| Corrupted Monk | Genichiro | ||
| Pace | Medium to slow. | Frenetic. | |
| Physical Demands |
High-intensity movement involved in each technique. |
High mobility; jumping required. | |
| Attack Countering Timing. It is advisable to jump; kick in between each step, thus you may create an “escape window” |
Key: |
Posture Damage Per Attack / High Speed Attacks/ Aiming: In Sekiro, most fights rely solely on Quick Reflex, 1 shot 2 misses. Some Luck factor This |
Dodging or blocking some attacks would be most likely effective in both types of difficulty level battles but it requires skill or expertise In Sekiro |