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About Photosensitive Seizures Prologue A very small percentage of people may experience a seizure when exposed to certain visual The evil Dark Dragon Blade… A legendary sword, said to have been carved out of the bones of a Black Dragon, it brought plague and death to the world during the age of ancient myth.
Getting Started Xbox Live Take Ninja Gaiden Beyond the Box Xbox Live™ is a high-speed or broadband Internet gaming community where you can create a permanent gamer identity, set up a Friends List with other players, see when they’re online, invite them to play, and talk to them in real-time as you play.
Basic Controls Beginning a Game and Game Over Controls During Gameplay Beginning a Game Right trigger - Center camera behind player Left trigger - Block Y button - Strong Attack (Charge Attacks, Special Attacks, Combo Finishers, etc.
Option Settings Saving The state of a game in progress can be saved at a number of save points located throughout the game world. When saving, please choose which file number you would like to save under. A maximum of 10 separate saved games can be created. Ninja Gaiden only supports the Xbox internal hard drive for the saving of games. Memory Units are not supported. In order to save the system configuration data, 1 block of free space is required. Saved games require 7 blocks each.
Pause Menu Screen The Game Screen Pressing the Start Button during play brings up the Pause Menu. Use the Left and Right Triggers to select the desired screen. ❶ ❺ ❷ ❻ Weapon Screen One item each from the Melee Weapon, Projectile Weapon, and Armlet categories can be equipped using this interface. Pressing the Y Button at the Melee Weapons screen will open the Techniques list for the highlighted weapon. Weapon Level Indicator ❽ Ninpo Screen One Ninpo magic attack can be equipped using this interface.
Basics of Ninja Combat Ninpo Use Ninpo magic attacks by pressing the Y and B Buttons simultaneously. Blocking Use the Left Trigger to block enemy attacks. Interact Press the X Button when you see the Interact display on the screen to interact with objects in the environment. Know the importance of the X Button! “ I will instruct you in the basics of Ninja combat. Can you keep up?” Wall Running You can run on walls by jumping diagonally towards a wall and continuing to hold down the Left Thumbstick.
Reverse Wind Technique Wall Clinging Leaning the Left Thumbstick in the desired direction while blocking with the Left Trigger performs the Reverse Wind rolling maneuver. Use it to dodge enemy attacks and circle around them. When jumping on a wall, let go of the Left Thumbstick right after impact on the wall to perform a wall cling for a short period of time. You can also jump from a wall cling.
Using the Camera The Secrets of Ninpo “Ninpo is one of the most destructive attacks that Ninja have at their disposal. The techniques for using them are written on old scrolls. After finding a scroll equip it using the Ninpo Screen in the Pause Menu. The power of Ninpo can be increased by using an item called the Jewel of the Demon Seal. Using Ninpo attacks depletes your Ki power, but do not hesitate to utilize them in difficult situations.” “ I will instruct you on the use of the camera.
Advanced Weapon Attack Techniques “These are the most important, most essential techniques available to us. However, I cannot tell you everything. I can instruct you only enough to get you started.” Essence Essence consists of energy-laden souls left over after enemies are dispatched. If you move near them Ryu will absorb them. There are multiple types and sizes of Essence; the larger the Essence the more useful it will be.
Items A wide range of items can be found throughout the game. They can be used or examined using the Pause Menu. Armlets Armlets allow you to fine-tune the balance of Ryu’s attributes. One Armlet at a time can be equipped using the pause menu The Armlet of the Sun Increases attack power. The Armlet of the Moon Increases defensive power. Power-Up Items By using these invaluable items on the Pause Menu, Ryu’s attributes will permanently increase. Life of the Gods 18 There are many others as well.
Muramasa’s Weapons and Tools An extremely useful shop, run by a wizened old man named Muramasa. In addition to blacksmithing, the shop also sells a variety of items. There are 3 categories on the Weapon Shop menu: Weapons Primary Weapons There are many Primary Weapons available. Here are a few representative selections from the list of formidable weapons, many of which are upgradeable into other forms: Dragon Sword Shop Buy products with Yellow Essence.
Character Introductions Ryu Hayabusa Murai The main character of the game. A descendant of the Dragon Lineage, he is a young member of the Hayabusa Ninja Clan. His father Joe Hayabusa, the head of the clan, has left the village to train in the mountains and has entrusted Ryu with the Dragon Sword, an ancient sword that has been passed down through generations of clan leaders. A Master Ninja possessing unsurpassed skill in all of the Ninja arts, Murai also has a deep connection with Ryu.
Muramasa A wizened old man, he appears to be over 100 years old. He runs a weapon and tool shop, but is also a renowned blacksmith. He has erected bronze statues of himself at various locations throughout the world. The Dark Disciple 24 A mysterious figure who disguises his true identity with a mask and black hood; his natural voice is undetectable through his machineenhanced vocalization.
The World of Ninja Gaiden Master Ninja Tournament The Dragon Lineage An ancient race of beings that was said to have defeated the sinister Evil Deities in the age of ancient myth; the descendents of this bloodline came to be known in a later age as the Dragon Ninja, the modern-day Hayabusa Ninja Clan. The leader of these people has throughout history always carried the legendary Dragon Sword, used to defeat evil wherever it surfaced.
The Classic Ninja Gaiden Series Performing a specific action during the game will allow you to play all three of the classic masterpiece Ninja Gaiden games. You will discover how to unlock the Classic Ninja Gaiden Series during your adventure in the new game. Classic Ninja Gaiden Controls Function Button Assignment Basic Controls Beginning the Game ko -Run Select between the following options on the Classic Ninja Gaiden Main Menu.
The Screen Display in Ninja Gaiden I 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 8. 9. Points Stage Number Timer Lives Remaining Ninjutsu Power Ninjutsu Item Ryu Hayabusa’s Health Boss Enemy’s Health Items and Ninjutsu Items Items can be found after destroying lamps and other objects in the environment. Ninjutsu Items allow you to use Ninjutsu attacks provided that you have the required amount of Ninjutsu power available. ❷ ❶ ❸ ❽ ❹ ❺❼ ❾ The Screen Display in Ninja Gaiden II/III 1. 2. 3. 4. 6. 7. 8. 9.
32 Ninja Gaiden II Items Ninja Gaiden III Items In Ninja Gaiden II, items fall from destroyed Dragon Jewels. In Ninja Gaiden III, you can tell which item is held in each Dragon Jewel. Item Item Ninjutsu Power In Ninja Gaiden II, the blue items are worth 5 points and the red give Ryu the maximum number of points. Ninjutsu Power In Ninja Gaiden III, blue items are worth 10 points and the red give Ryu the maximum number of points Dragon Scroll Increases the maximum limit on Ninjutsu points.
Tips • Melee and Projectile Weapons can be used at the same time. Learn how to combine them effectively! • Wall-based attacks have a high damage potential. Aerial combat shows the true worth of the Ninja! • Shuriken can be thrown at any time. Use them to slow down your opponents! • Knowing when to defend is the mark of a true Ninja. • If you see blue coloring in certain areas of a stage, be sure to explore them fully! • Learn how to fully utilize the Wind Run homing jump.
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