Last updated: July 2026
Kusanagi — Encounters Smash Battles Champion Guide
Kusanagi champion guide for Encounters Smash Battles. Parry mechanics, Energy management, dual katana combos, and 3000 Gem unlock.
Kusanagi is the skill-ceiling S-tier of Encounters Smash Battles. Dual katanas, a parry that doubles enemy damage, and a directional Ultimate make him the top tournament pick for players who master timing. Based on Encounters franchise mechanics verified July 2026.
Abilities Overview
Basic: Dual katana slashes for stunlock combos.
Special: Long-range slash — costs 50 Energy, use sparingly.
Unique: Parry that doubles damage dealt if timed correctly.
Ultimate: Directional launch based on your facing angle.
Parry & Combo Strategy
Community tip from Encounters veterans: use Basic attacks to stunlock until the opponent shields or gets knocked out of range, then finish with Ultimate. The parry Unique is your win condition in 1v1 — practice against Bot mode Hard difficulty before ranked.
Never spam Special. Its 50 Energy cost leaves you unable to recover if knocked off-stage. Read our Energy guide for stamina discipline.
Unlock & Cost
Kusanagi costs 3000 Gems, same as Hamza. Choose one as your first purchase based on playstyle — aggressive rush (Hamza) or defensive parry (Kusanagi). See S-tier rankings.