The Yuzi Sword is Called the Dao
As a seasoned Roblox Bedwars player, I couldn‘t wait to unlock the mystifying Yuzi kit when it arrived alongside the Lunar New Year 2022 update. This swift swordswoman and her legendary dao blade offered enticing new playstyles for those looking to add more flair to their matches. But what exactly makes Yuzi‘s signature weapon so special? Join me as we explore the secrets behind the design and power of this deadly dao!
Introducing the Dao: Yuzi‘s Razor-Sharp Blade
Straight away in the shop menu, you‘ll notice Yuzi‘s iconic single-edged, slightly curved blade replacing the standard sabers. Graceful yet lethal, the dao exhibits many similarities to real-world Chinese sabers optimized for slicing cuts and thrusting attacks. According to the Roblox Bedwars wiki admins, developers crafted the 3D model using traditional Chinese profile references.
Historically, such single-edged blades first emerged during China‘s Spring and Autumn period (722-481 BC) as bronze short-swords. As metallurgy improved, so too did longer, narrower steel daos become ideal sidearms across Asia. Their extended hilts and curved shape facilitated superb control for maneuvering around defenses in close-quarters duels.
It‘s this legacy of finesse that the Yuzi dao encapsulates so beautifully in Bedwars matches. Let‘s see how the stats measure up!
By the Numbers: How the Dao Compares to the Greats
While no sword can match the almighty Gemstone Blade‘s 100 damage, the base dao still packs a hefty 45 damage punch – matching the standard Iron Sword. However, it‘s the dao‘s unique perks that make Yuzi such a flexible threat:
| Sword | Damage | Effects |
|---|---|---|
| Dao | 45 | Dash ability; AoE dash damage scales with tier |
| Rageblade | 50 | Damage ramps up per hit if no misses |
| Scythe | 60 | Hits all enemies in front arc |
| Gemstone | 100 | None, pure damage |
Based on analysis from top content creators, while rageblade and scythe output higher baseline damage, they lack the mobility options granted by the dao. A player wielding an enchanted Emerald Dao for example can use well-timed dashes both defensively and offensively.
Not only does this make securing a kill easier, but seasoned Yuzis can also negate lethal fall damage by dashing an instant before impact. In my experience, escapes like these separate the average duelists from uncatchable phantom swordsmen!
The Art of the Dao Duelist
Mastering the unique playstyle Yuzi enables takes time, but devastating highlight reels of multikills make it well worth learning. The two key skills to practice are using dash combos aggressively and knowing when to sheathe your blade.
Aggression forms the crux of Yuzi‘s meta. By chaining weapon dashes together with strategic jumps and blocks, you can string together surprising kill combos even against groups:
- Engage Enemy #1 with a slash
- Dao dash behind them
- 180 turn and slash mid-dash
- Leap towards Enemy #2
- Dao dash to adjust trajectory
- Repeat dash slash finisher
Make sure to upgrade to higher tier daos as soon as possible too, as the AoE slash damage scales dramatically. A late-game Mystic Dao can wipe entire squads in seconds during a well-executed dash chain!
However, equally important is knowing when NOT to overcommit. Many novice Yuzis fatally dash into losing 1v1s or unintentionally fly off the map. As a general rule, if yours dashes fail to finish the job within 2-3 sequences, disengage and recover. Live to slash another day.
The Will of the Warrior
At its core, Yuzi‘s dao is a weapon allowing those dedicated enough to forge their own path to righteous victory, even against overwhelming odds. It channels the individualistic spirit embodied across East Asian sword schools praising personal liberation over brute domination.
To wield the dao is to wield freedom itself, unbound by the limits of mortal frames. Raw speed and responses shaped by intuition can help even novices grasp this willful agency. In time, seasoned practitioners awaken almost preternatural reaction speeds to outmaneuver any confrontation. This sensation keeps devoted duelists returning to Yuzi for that next euphoric win.
Of course, while this fantasy holds true when the red mist descends, remember that the dao symbolizes peace and compassion equally under calmer states. Yuzi may personify the cold edge of her steel, but perfect control over oneself remains the overarching goal. As 19th century swordsman Li Shuwen mused, the best victories leave blood only drawn by accident.
We too should stay mindful that the avatar within Roblox follows our will. So while races for glory produce worthy rewards, the journey also bears enjoying with balance and camaraderie.
And there you have it – the secrets to unlocking the Yuzi dao laid bare. Much like the lunar cycles, mastery follows a gradual waxing as dedicated warriors hone their skills through study and discipline. Internalize the dance into reflex and taste that addictive thrill of a perfectly-timed multikill dash chain!
Yet along the ascent remains rewarding vistas to restore one‘s spirit with friends old and new made. I hope you‘ve enjoyed this insider‘s breakdown to better understand the pride and passion we Yuzi disciples carry. If you spot a violet phantom on the battlefield this next year, take up arms and step to the edge of greatness with me! Glory and blood await us both.
