Onimusha: Way of the Sword Guide | How to Upgrade the Oni Gauntlet

The Oni Gauntlet is one of Musashi's most important tools in Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Besides absorbing Souls, it can be upgraded to improve its Oni abilities and make Soul absorption more effective.

This guide explains how to upgrade the Oni Gauntlet, when the upgrade system becomes available, and which materials you need to strengthen it.

How to Upgrade the Oni Gauntlet in Onimusha: Way of the Sword

The Oni Gauntlet upgrade system becomes available as you progress through the main story. Once the Enhance Equipment/Abilities option is unlocked at a Spirit Mirror, you can use it to improve your clothing, sword, and Oni Gauntlet.

To upgrade the Oni Gauntlet:

• Find and interact with a Spirit Mirror.
• Select Enhance Equipment/Abilities.
• Choose the Oni Gauntlet.
• Select an available upgrade.
• Spend the required materials to increase its proficiency.

What Does the Oni Gauntlet Upgrade?

Upgrading the Oni Gauntlet improves Musashi's Oni-related abilities and Soul absorption. Early upgrades focus on improving Soul Absorption speed and range, while later upgrades can strengthen other combat-related aspects of the Gauntlet.

A stronger Gauntlet lets you collect Souls more efficiently and improves your overall progression as you advance through Kyoto.

Oni Gauntlet Upgrade Materials

The Oni Gauntlet uses its own set of upgrade materials rather than the materials used for Musashi's sword or clothing. These include Malicite, Byakue's Talisman, Dohatsu-ten's Horn, and Malicite Mass.

These materials are obtained through combat and specific encounters, so make sure you don't skip enemies and optional encounters if you're trying to fully upgrade the Gauntlet.

How to Get Materials for the Oni Gauntlet

The best way to collect Gauntlet materials is to explore thoroughly and defeat the enemies and bosses that drop them. Some upgrade components come from specific encounters, meaning you cannot simply purchase everything you need.

You should also check Spirit Mirrors regularly and upgrade the Gauntlet whenever you have enough materials rather than saving everything for the end of the game.

Best Oni Gauntlet Upgrades to Prioritize

Soul Absorption improvements are a strong early priority, as increased range and speed make it easier to collect Souls during and after combat. This also makes the Gauntlet more convenient to use throughout the rest of the game.

After improving Soul Absorption, continue upgrading the Gauntlet whenever you have the required materials. Its higher proficiency levels provide greater improvements and require increasingly valuable materials.

Final Thoughts

Upgrading the Oni Gauntlet is an important part of Musashi's progression in Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Start by improving its Soul Absorption capabilities, then continue investing in higher proficiency levels as you collect rarer materials.

Make sure to explore Kyoto, defeat optional enemies, and keep an eye out for upgrade materials so you don't fall behind as the Genma become stronger.

FAQ

Q. When can you upgrade the Oni Gauntlet?

A. The upgrade system unlocks as you progress through the story, after which you can access Enhance Equipment/Abilities from a Spirit Mirror.

Q. What materials are needed to upgrade the Oni Gauntlet?

A. Gauntlet upgrades use materials including Malicite, Byakue's Talisman, Dohatsu-ten's Horn, and Malicite Mass.

Q. What does upgrading the Oni Gauntlet do?

A. It improves the Gauntlet's Oni-related capabilities, including Soul Absorption and other combat benefits.

Q. Where do you upgrade the Oni Gauntlet?

A. You can upgrade it by interacting with a Spirit Mirror and selecting Enhance Equipment/Abilities once the feature has been unlocked.