Demon Art · Akaza's art (Destructive Death)
Shockwave
The launch-day winner — steerable barrages, strict stuns and a tap-variant slam.
About Shockwave
Shockwave received the biggest launch buff package: its Z barrage can be re-aimed after connecting, the X counter breaks Hyper Armor and empowers your kit, the C barrage is steerable, and the V gained a tap variant that slams without the jump. Community tier lists put it at the top of the Demon path.
How to unlock
Become a Demon, then roll a Blood Demon Art with spins — or buy the orb of your choice directly at Muzan (official announcement, 2026-09-19).
Moves
| Key | Move | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Z | Destructive Barrage | Re-aimable after the projectile connects; impact applies Strict Stun (launch patch). |
| X | Compass Counter | Breaks Hyper Armor; +15% move speed and +15% damage to Z and C on success (launch patch). |
| C | Steerable Barrage | Can now be steered; run speed during the move 50 → 65 (launch patch). |
| V | Downslam | Tap: instant slam. Hold: jump then slam — both gain Hyper Armor (launch patch). |
| B | Ultimate Shockwave | Now applies Strict Stun (launch patch). |
Move notes cite the official launch balance patch (September 19, 2026) where a change is listed — patch language like "Hyper Armor" and "Strict Stun" is the game's own.
Notes
- v0.17 (2026-09-24): Destructive Barrage and Steerable Barrage block damage -50%.
- V0.2 (2026-10-03), ranked only: Compass Needle cooldown 13s → 16s.
Sources
Official Discord launch balance patch (2026-09-19); patch notes through V0.2 (2026-10-03), transcribed 2026-10-24.
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