The melee combat in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* can be quite challenging, especially during the early stages as you're still mastering the mechanics. However, there's a game-changing move called the Master Strike that can significantly ease your battles. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to learn and effectively use the Master Strike in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*.
Learning the Master Strike in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
To unlock the Master Strike, you must first complete the tutorial and gain access to the open world. Head to Troskowitz and speak with Bara the beggar. She will introduce you to an NPC named Tomcat, triggering the Combat Training side quest.
Locate Tomcat at the Nomads’ Camp, situated near the Cumans’ Camp and close to Bozhena’s Hut. Engage with him to initiate Combat Training I, a relatively straightforward challenge. Upon completion, save your game and speak to Tomcat again to start Combat Training II, which is considerably more demanding.
Successfully completing Combat Training II requires you to best Tomcat in a swordfight, which is essential for him to teach you the Master Strike. It's advisable to enhance your Strength stat before attempting this quest, as failure can leave Henry severely compromised. Always save your game before each attempt to ensure you can retry without severe consequences.
Upon defeating Tomcat in Combat Training II, you will learn the Master Strike, enabling you to utilize it in combat situations.
How to Use Master Strike
The Master Strike is exclusive to swords and cannot be executed with other weapon types. During combat, observe the position of your opponent's weapon and position your sword in the opposite direction. For example, if your opponent attacks from the left, hold your sword to the right.
As your opponent initiates their attack, a green shield icon will appear on your screen. The moment you see this icon, press the attack button. Henry will then perform the Master Strike, parrying the incoming attack and immediately countering with an unblockable move. Timing is crucial; ensure your sword is correctly positioned before you strike.
Mastering the Master Strike can make most combat encounters in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* much more manageable, giving you a significant advantage in battles.
That's how you can learn and use the Master Strike in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and information on the game, including what to do with the Wandering Drunk and a rundown of all romance options, be sure to check out The Escapist.
