The Takizawa Kagune is a highly aggressive Ukaku-type Kagune used by Seidou Takizawa in Tokyo Ghoul. It mixes sharp close-range slashes with deadly shard explosions and fast-paced chase mechanics, making it one of the deadliest Kagunes for both PvP and PvE.
It features a powerful Stage 2 transformation (V2), drastically increasing its speed, damage, and combo potential.
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| PvP Strength | 10/10 |
| PvE Strength | 9/10 |
| Mobility | 9/10 |
| Burst Damage | 10/10 |
| Combo Potential | 9.5/10 |
| Overall Rating | 9.7/10 |
[[Critical]] – Ukaku Slash & Stab
Slash quickly with your Kagune, following up with a stab. If used mid-air and feinted, it releases 3-4 explosive Ukaku shards that scatter into a wave of smaller shards upon impact.
- Grounded = Slash + Stab
- Airborne + Feint = Shard Explosion
Z — Ravage
Rapidly slash 3 times with your Kagune. If it connects, you dash into your opponent for a devastating spinning slash.
X — Silence
Perform a 360 slash. If it lands, teleport at blinding speed and slam down on your enemy.
C — Vanish
Dash forward. If it connects, strike a pose before causing a delayed slash effect to all enemies hit.
Stage 2 (V2) — Enhanced Abilities
[[Critical]] – Enhanced Slash & Shard Explosion
Same mechanic as V1, but with faster speed and larger AoE shard explosions.
Z — Maraud
Unleash a frenzied flurry of Kagune slashes.
X — Taciturnity
Slash horizontally, vanish, then chase your opponent with a finishing vertical slash.
C — Leviathan Skewer
Explode a shard at your feet while dashing forward. If it lands, vanish and combo the target. Press M2 to leap and fire 3 explosive shards mid-air.
How To Unlock Takizawa V2
Requirements:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| RC Cells Needed | ~450,000 RC Cells |
| Fragments Needed | 40-60 Ukaku Fragments |
| Optional Fragments | (Any Types Help Progression) |
| Final Step | Kill a Ghoul with ~200k+ RC Cells |
| Transform to V2 | Press CTRL + 2 after requirements |
Strengths of Takizawa Kagune
- Insane burst damage potential
- Shard explosions control space
- Great AoE attacks
- Excellent chase mechanics
- Versatile Stage 2 combos
- Shard launch finisher from V2 C+M2
Weaknesses
- Requires good timing for feint usage
- Vulnerable if skills miss
- Short delay between some V2 animations
- Heavy RC grind required for V2
Combo Examples (V2)
Optimal Ground Combo:
Crit Feint → Z Maraud → X Taciturnity → C Leviathan Skewer → M2 Air Shards
Takizawa Kagune is easily one of the most flashy, aggressive, and rewarding Kagunes in Ghoul RE.
Its versatile mix of ranged shard control and close-range burst makes it perfect for players who enjoy stylish, fast-paced combat.
Stage 2 elevates this Kagune into S-Tier, allowing monstrous pressure in PvP scenarios while still being viable for farming and boss fighting.