"Khazan: Mastering Counterattack and Reflection Techniques"

In *The First Berserker: Khazan*, mastering defensive strategies is crucial to outlasting your opponents. Monitoring your stamina is essential, as constant attacking isn't always viable. Effective defense can exhaust your enemies, setting you up to capitalize on their fatigue. If you're keen to learn how to use Counterattack and Reflection effectively, keep reading.

How to Use Counterattack in The First Berserker: Khazan

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Counterattack is one of the first defensive skills you'll unlock, offering a powerful way to turn the tables on your foes. While you can guard or dodge most attacks with precise timing, there's a special type of attack known as a Burst Attack that you can't counter with Brink Guard. These attacks are potent, dealing significant stamina and health damage. When an enemy is about to unleash a Burst Attack, you'll see a flashing symbol and hear a unique sound effect, signaling it's time to prepare your Counterattack.

To execute a Counterattack, press L1+Circle/LB+B, but timing is crucial. It's not just about pressing the buttons; you need to align the Counterattack animation with the moment the enemy's attack lands. With practice, you'll master this timing. A successful Counterattack not only prevents you from taking damage but also fully restores your stamina and staggers the enemy, giving you a window to deal substantial damage. This move is particularly effective against enemies like The Viper who use Burst Attacks, making your battles smoother.

How to Use Reflection in The First Berserker: Khazan

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While Brink Guard is a reliable defensive tool, Reflection adds another layer of strategy, allowing you to deal damage while staying protected. This skill becomes invaluable against the tougher bosses later in the game, providing a window for retaliation. To perform a Reflection, press L1+Triangle/LB+Y, triggering an animation where Khazan swings his weapon at a target.

The key to a successful Reflection is timing your swing to connect with an enemy's attack animation. A well-timed Reflection inflicts significant stamina damage and stuns the enemy. Upgrades to this skill can add health damage and reduce the animation time for more precise execution. However, practice is essential to master when to use Reflection effectively.

Be cautious, as missing a Reflection can lead to both health and substantial stamina damage, putting you at a disadvantage. Remember, Reflection is not effective against Burst Attacks or grabs, so choose your moments wisely in combat.

Now that you're equipped with the knowledge of how to use Counterattack and Reflection in *The First Berserker: Khazan*, you're ready to enhance your defensive gameplay. For more tips and guides, visit The Escapist.