Game homePhantom Blade ZeroAll gamesDisciples wearing lion dance heads, their martial techniques derived from the movements of lion dance. In battle, they bound and charge in the guise of an auspicious lion, and can suddenly breathe flames from its mouth like a ferocious beast. Lion dance is meant to transform the performer’s spirit into that of the lion. Transcension instead traps that spirit beneath the lion head and turns it toward killing. As their spirit gradually withers, their bodies shrink with it. In battle, they often become confused and disoriented, sometimes unable to tell friend from foe and attacking their own companions.
Probe with a short attack in melee. The enemy can counter, so stop the string if the opener misses. Linger at the edge of its reach to draw out a poke. Evade it before stepping in. The enemy can sidestep. Turn to face it again before following up.