Tips and Mechanics
Weak Point - Face
When the Maguu Kenki first drops below 75% HP, it will perform a Ground Strike after which it will infuse attacks with
DMG, and begin to use Phantom attacks. The color of the Phantom determines whether it will deal or
DMG. The Maguu Kenki is invulnerable to damage during this transition.
It is recommended you use a melee character to avoid its Block ability.
The attacks are fairly telegraphed and easy to avoid, particularly at range. However, due to the Block ability you will mostly be fighting at melee range, which can make this a tricky fight if you are trying to go quickly. Using Bursts to i-frame through major attacks is preferable as it allows you to stay close for damage while still avoiding attacks.
Shields itself from ranged attacksAttacks at melee range will not trigger the shield.
Taunt abilities can also be used to draw its attention and attack from behind.
Moves rapidly towards the playerCreates a Cryo AoE explosion at the players locationThe attack will follow the player for a short duration. Dodge out of the way once it stops moving.
Sends the mask out, dealing damage in a lineSlashes at the player three timesSummons a second sword and deals Anemo + Cryo damage in a large AoEMaguu Kenki will use this attack when you first drop it below 75% HP, after which it will infuse itself with begin to use Phantom attacks which deal .
You can dodge the attack with the right timing, or use a Burst to i-frame through the damaging portion. Otherwise, avoid it by running outside of the AoE.
Sheaths its sword then quickly rushes at the player and slashesDodge to the side with the right timing to avoid this attack. You can use the glow from the sword hilt as an indicator for the right timing.
Phantom: Rush Combo
Performs an attack combo along with the PhantomMaguu Kenki will perform:
A single slash, while a Phantom performs a Triple Strike.
Finishing with Pushing Mask.
Dodge to the side to avoid the Rush and Pushing Mask attacks as normal. The sword attacks are easily avoided by staying away.
Whirlwind Slash
Pulls the player in and performs a slash in an AoE around Maguu KenkiPhantom: Whirlwind Slash
Variant 1: Performs a Whirlwind Slash, followed up by a larger Phantom Whirlwind SlashVariant 2: Splits off a Phantom and simultaneously performs a Whirlwind SlashPhantom: Ranged Slash
Splits off a Phantom and fires a series of slicing projectiles at the playerMaguu Kenki will turn and continue aiming at the player for the duration of this attack. Make sure to be constantly running to the side to avoid this attack.
Getting caught by the initial slice(s) can be deadly, as they can stagger you if you take enough damage, leaving you vulnerable to the followup attacks. Make sure to dodge and/or save a Burst to avoid this attack if possible.
