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Last update:11 May 2016

Sometimes fighting in AC can be very chaotic which leaves you at a disadvantage.

However, if you learn basic techniques, completing your mission will be much easier.

One of the most important things is choosing the status.

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you’re able to use it keeping the attack button down for a longer time.

This attack is very strong and kills lesser enemies instantly.

Attack and when your hit lands, push theX/Square button again.

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Counter Attack

Probably the most useful technique in the whole game and not very hard to use.

Simply pushX/Square in the High Profile.

Effects on enemies can vary from knocked out to dead.

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If he’s still breathing, you could always use your sword to finish him off.

It can be difficult to perform, especially when you enemies are in large numbers.

Wait for a good moment and when your enemy attempts a grab, use right trigger/R1 andB/Ocombination.

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Defense break

An offensive technique which allows you to break enemy’s guard.

It’s easy to perform and very useful so you should use it when you get the chance.

Do a step withA/Xbutton and attack.

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If your enemy is standing in guard position step forward and attack.

Dodge

A defensive technique, which allows you to dodge enemy’s attacks.

PushA/Xin High Profile at the moment of the attack.

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If you lose too much energy, run away and wait till the bar is full again.

Use help of the vigilantes or scholars during runaways.

If you get cornered withdraw from the fight and move to better location and lock into the fight again.

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