Triggered when your health is below the blue arrow. It slows down time for the opponent, allowing for massive punishes like the Issen (B+C+D again).
Kusaregedo (extreme reach and grabs) and Shizumaru (umbrella mobility and pokes) are frequently cited as the strongest. Samsho5b
Competitive rankings often prioritize characters with strong space control and reliable "Weapon Flip" setups: Triggered when your health is below the blue arrow
Ukyo , Genjuro , and Sogetsu are solid choices for their versatile move pools and strong punishing capabilities. Core System Mechanics
If you are disarmed by a WFT or a Deflect (
To build a solid "paper" (strategy or guide) for (often abbreviated as Samsho5b or SS5SP), you need to master its unique high-stakes mechanics. Unlike many fighting games that focus on long combos, Samsho is a game of space, timing, and punishing mistakes with devastating single hits. Core System Mechanics