The Art of the Flame Phoenix (忍法『鳳凰焔舞』 Ninpō "Hōō ho muramai"?, lit. "Ninja Art: 'Phoenix Flame Dance' ") is a Ninpo Scroll in Ninja Gaiden II, obtained in Chapter 5: The Aqua Capital. It also appears in Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 Plus, and Ninja Gaiden II: Black, acquired in Chapter 3: Thunderclap of Catastrophe.
Summary[]
To equip Ninpo, open the Quick Menu , and then go the the Ninpo shortcut menu.
To cast Ninpo, press Strong Attack + Projectile Attack.
The flames underneath the Health Gauge represents your Ki. Casting Ninpo extinguishes one Ki Gauge flame. When your Ki Gauge is empty, you cannot cast Ninpo. To replenish your Ki, use Devil Way Mushroom or Spirit of the Devils items or collect Red Essence.
Details[]
This Ninpo summons the spirits of sacred Phoenixes to fly about
the caster, protecting them with holy flame.
Phoenixes are associated with the element of fire and are well
known for their ability to rise reborn from their own ashes. In
Chinese mythology, the Phoenix is one of the four creatures of
good fortune and represents the concept of peace. With this
Ninpo equipped, the caster can find peace even in the midst of a
fierce battle.
Location[]
- Chapter 5: The Aqua Capital
- On the corpse of a ninja in the winery, past the gate opened by the Copper Key.
- Chapter 3: Thunderclap of Catastrophe
- In the container at the end of the street to the right of the NYPD.
Upgrades[]
- You may upgrade Ninpo Scrolls from Level 1 to Level 3 with the Jewel of the Demon Seal item.
- Upgrading to Level 2 adds a third bird.
- Upgrading to Level 2 adds a fourth bird.
Overview[]
This Ninpo Art has the ability to summon a flock of fire birds to attack and burn any enemy that approaches you. Lasts for 30 seconds.
- Pros:
- Ryu can move around freely with this ninpo active.
- Protects against melee enemies.
- Can block projectile attacks.
- Cons:
- Ryu is vulnerable while this ninpo is active.
- Low damage.
- Short range.
- Projectile attack can get through if it doesn't touch a phoenix.
- Time limit.
- Phoenix dissipates after taking too much damage.
Strategy[]
This ninpo mainly focuses on mobile defense. It is best used to avoid being knocked down by enemies while manoeuvring through obstacles. It can also be used to fend off swarming enemies while moving, however the phoenix dissipate faster as they take damage. The Art of the Wind Blades a better alternative in swarming situations where there is no need for mobility.
Trivia[]
- An iteration of The Art of the Fire Wheels Ninpo spell from Ninja Gaiden (Xbox) and the "Invicible Fire-Wheels" item from Ninja Gaiden (NES).
- This is the easiest way to deal with the ninja dogs encountered in Ninja Gaiden II and Sigma 2. Simply use the ninpo and jump around. When the dogs go to attack, they will be struck back by the phoenix and injured. Repeat until all are killed. This is amusing because one does not even need to draw their weapon to deal with them.
- It blocks kamikaze projectile attacks such as the Archfiends's skull attacks.
- This is the only ninpo in which Ryu does not chant in Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2.
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