Rise of the Ronin: The Setting Sun Quest Guide

Defeat the shogunate assassins and formidable Bladesmith of Rise of the Ronin with the Setting Sun quest guide in this article.

The Setting Sun quest puts players right in the middle of the burning Veiled Edge Village. This is where players must fight off a relentless attack by shogunate assassins and ultimately confront their former mentor, the formidable Bladesmith. This guide breaks down everything on how to complete the Setting Sun quest in Rise of the Ronin.

The Setting Sun Quest Guide in Rise of the Ronin

The quest begins immediately after the completion of the Infiltrating the Black Ship quest. The Veiled Edge Village is under siege, so swiftly make your way to the Bladesmith’s location to lend a hand in the defense.

Step 1: Head to the Bladesmith’s Location

The player starts this mission right outside their own home, with the burning village setting the scene. As you exit the house, you’ll encounter a shogunate assassin emerging from a nearby building, whom you must dispatch. This assassin holds a valuable cache of 10 Shuriken, which you should be sure to collect.

Moving forward, more skilled shogunate assassins, who are notably more challenging than the soldiers encountered previously, will appear. These enemies use a variety of tactics, such as dual swords, shuriken, and ambush techniques, to catch you off guard. Remain vigilant while carefully navigating through the village, and utilize stealth whenever possible.

Stay near the starting point to pick off nearby assassins one by one, preventing overwhelm. Utilize tall grass and rooftops for sneaky, silent eliminations. This approach allows you to thin out the enemy numbers before proceeding.

As you move deeper into the village, you will encounter a guard dog, whose keen senses make it more difficult to approach undetected. Prioritize taking out this enemy through stealth or using a firearm to reduce the threat.

After clearing the initial area, find a Medicinal Pill hidden in a sack to restore health if needed. Continue your journey, cross a bridge, and interact with the Veiled Edge Banner to prepare for the next challenge.

Step 2: Defeat the Shogunate Assassins

As you reach the Bladesmith’s location, you’ll witness the Bladesmith locked in a battle with shogunate assassins. Join the Bladesmith and help eliminate these shogunate assassins.

It’s crucial to be mindful of your surroundings and the Bladesmith’s movements. When facing shogunate assassins, prioritize defeating the enemies that the Bladesmith has already weakened to conserve your resources. Try to circle around the enemies, aiming for their backs, and time their attacks to avoid being caught off guard.

Patience and a keen eye for openings will be key to successfully eliminating the shogunate assassins. Once the area is cleared, a cutscene will play, leading the player to the final confrontation.

Despite their mentor’s efforts to defend the village, the shogunate’s attack has exposed the clan. The Bladesmith won’t let you go easily since your shared history and potential knowledge of the clan’s secrets pose a threat. The Bladesmith, driven by a sense of duty and responsibility, will therefore challenge you to the final showdown.

Step 3: Defeat the Bladesmith

You must now face your former mentor, the Bladesmith, in a challenging boss battle. The Bladesmith has honed her skills and has a formidable array of attacks at her disposal, including:

• Martial Skill 1: The Bladesmith leaps into the air and launches her grappling hook at the player, followed by a powerful strike as she pulls herself towards the player.
• Martial Skill 2: The Bladesmith crouches down, performs a handstand, and then lunges at the player with a devastating kick, knocking them to the ground.
• Triple Slash: The Bladesmith executes a series of three steady forward slashes, requiring the player to counter each one to stagger her.
• Triple Stab: Similar to the Triple Slash, the Bladesmith performs a series of lunging stabs, with the final attack being slightly delayed.
• Charged Stab: The Bladesmith crouches low, pulls her sword back, and then lunges forward in a single, lightning-fast strike.
• Kunai Throw: At a distance, the Bladesmith can launch a quick projectile attack that the player must either dodge or counter.

To defeat the Bladesmith, be patient, observant, and disciplined in your approach. The key is to learn the Bladesmith’s attack patterns and react accordingly.

Be ready to dodge her attacks, especially those with a telltale red aura signaling more devastating martial skills. Dodging her martial skills and maintaining a good position around the Bladesmith is crucial, as hasty moves are likely to leave you vulnerable.

Timing is crucial, as you will need to wait for the right moment to strike back and land effective Countersparks.

Carefully managing stamina, dodging, and landing well-timed Countersparks and strikes will slowly deplete the Bladesmith’s Ki, trigger a critical hit, and eventually deliver the final blow, ending the battle.

Completing the Setting Sun Quest in Rise of the Ronin

Upon the Bladesmith’s defeat, a cutscene will play, leading you to the next chapter of Rise of the Ronin journey in the open world: The Bridge to Yokohama. 

FAQs

• How do I prepare for the Bladesmith boss fight?
  • Make sure to learn the Bladesmith’s attack patterns and practice timing your Countersparks and dodges. Familiarize yourself with her martial skills and be patient in finding openings to strike back.
• Can I use stealth to get past the shogunate assassins before the Bladesmith fight?
  • Yes, there are opportunities for stealth, such as using tall grass and rooftops to approach and eliminate enemies undetected.