Souls
Every defeated enemy in Onimusha: Way of the Sword leaves behind souls that the Oni Gauntlet absorbs. Souls come in three confirmed colours, each with a separate use.
Colour | Use |
|---|---|
Yellow | Replenishes Musashi's health. |
Red | Spent on upgrades. |
Blue | Powers the Oni Armaments, the gauntlet's special weapons. |
Strategic Use
Yellow souls are effectively in-combat healing. Scoop them up after a tough enemy to stabilise a health bar mid-fight.
Red souls are long-term currency for character progression and should be banked for the right upgrade rather than spent on whatever unlocks first.
Blue souls are limited. Using them on trash enemies wastes the Oni Armaments' damage ceiling, so they are usually saved for bosses or dense enemy groups.