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What are combat styles in Rise of the Ronin In Rise of the Ronin, combat styles let you change up your moveset during battle. Some styles work better against certain enemies, and with four available to switch between, you can cover yourself on all fronts. Combat styles fit into three categories, and most enemies are weak against at least one. These are Ten (Sky), Chi (Earth), and Jin (Human). From a practical standpoint, changing combat style just means you\u2019ll wield your weapon differently. This starts with your stance, but shines when it comes to putting combos together. Each weapon has its own set of combat styles, and they don\u2019t all cross over. While some combat styles can be tricky to acquire, you get others as you progress through the campaign. How to get combat styles in Rise of the Ronin You receive combat styles in Rise of the Ronin when you increase your bond with friendly characters. 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Rise of the Ronin<\/em> is a true samurai adventure, but like the real story of these incredible warriors, combat can be incredibly intricate. One system that adds depth to the game is combat styles.<\/p>

Combat styles aren\u2019t just a way to deal major damage and overcome tough foes, they\u2019re also a good option to customize your playstyle<\/a> and truly build the samurai of your dreams. But while the Rise of the Ronin<\/a><\/em> campaign does explain the system, it can be tricky to understand.<\/p>

To help you get a grasp of what\u2019s going on, here’s a full rundown of how combat styles work in Rise of the Ronin<\/a><\/em> and how you can get new ones.<\/p>