Looking to unlock Kunimatsu’s Pride trophy in Nioh 3? The Demon of Pride is one of three secret bosses you’ll need to defeat. This hidden challenge is tucked away in the Warring States era, and finding it requires specific progression. Here’s everything you need to know about locating and defeating this tough enemy.
Where to Find Demon of Pride in Nioh 3
The Nioh 3 Demon of Pride location isn’t marked clearly on your map, making it easy to miss. Follow these steps to reach this secret boss:
Prerequisites:
- Reach the Heian period (second main era)
- Complete the Sacred Mountain Defiled quest
- Unlock the Kurama Tengu Guardian Spirit to use Spirit Veins
Step-by-Step Location Guide:
- Fast travel to Sengan Waterfall Shrine in the Iinoya region (Warring States era)
- Head down to the river and move toward the waterfall in the north
- Use your Spirit Vein mechanic at the waterfall to climb up
- Look for a shadow figure near the golden chest icon
- Approach the shadow to trigger the Demon of Pride boss fight
The boss arena is hidden above the waterfall, so you’ll definitely need that Spirit Vein ability unlocked.
How to Beat Demon of Pride in Nioh 3
While the Pride Demon can be tackled during your story playthrough, most players find it significantly easier post-game around Level 130+. However, with the right strategy, you can take it down earlier.
Recommended Build & Strategy:
Best Weapon: Dual Ninja Swords (Ninja Style) for fast attacks and mobility
Essential Skills:
- Equip Summoning Basics skill (doubles summoning seal uses)
- Unlock this from the Onmyo Magic Veteran mission in Eternal Rift
Optimal Approach:
- Start the fight by spamming your Ibaraki Doji summoning seal immediately
- This depletes the boss’s Ki (stamina) extremely fast
- Follow up with other summoning seals while the boss is stunned
- Use Ninjutsu (Shuriken, Shrapnel Bomb, Uncanny Flame) from safe distance
- When summoning seals recharge, repeat the process
Combat Tips:
- Dodge forward-left to position behind the boss
- Attack from behind for critical damage
- Throw Shuriken between combos to recharge Ki
- Keep your Magic stat at 25+ for stronger summoning seals
The Demon of Pride becomes trivial if you wait until after completing the main story. At Level 130+ with proper summoning seals, you can essentially stunlock the boss and finish the fight in seconds.
Rewards for Defeating Demon of Pride
Successfully defeating this hidden boss grants several valuable rewards:
- Kunimatsu’s Pride Achievement/Trophy
- Demon of Pride Soul Core (Rare quality)
- High-level equipment drops
- Spirit Force bonuses for your build
The Demon of Pride Soul Core provides Spirit Force bonuses against saturated enemies and on Onmyo Magic hits, making it useful for magic-focused builds.
FAQs
While accessible around Level 50-60, most players recommend waiting until Level 130+ after completing the story for a significantly easier fight.
Yes, you can summon other players to help with this secret boss. Many players around Level 105 still find it challenging solo.
Equip the Summoning Basics skill to double your summoning seal uses, then spam Ibaraki Doji summons repeatedly to keep the boss stunlocked.
Sengan Waterfall is located in the Iinoya region of the Warring States era. Look for the shrine near the northern waterfall with a golden chest icon nearby.
Yes, you must have the Kurama Tengu Guardian Spirit unlocked to use the Spirit Vein mechanic at the waterfall, which is required to reach the boss arena.
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