Yama is a Legendary sword in Blox Fruits obtained through completing Elite Hunter quests. Along with Tushita , it’s required to craft the Cursed Dual Katana (CDK) .
This guide covers the complete Elite Hunter quest grind, secret temple location, and why Yama is essential for end-game.
📊 Yama Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Legendary Sword |
| Location | Hydra Island Secret Temple |
| Quest Requirement | 20-30 Elite Hunter kills |
| Guaranteed Drop | 30 kills |
| Mastery for CDK | 350 |
🔓 How to Get Yama: Complete Guide
Step 1: Complete Elite Hunter Quests (30 Kills)
- Go to Castle on the Sea (Third Sea)
- Find the Elite Hunter NPC near the large building
- Accept quests to defeat Elite Pirates
- Repeat until you have 30 Elite kills
Tracking Progress:
- Check your Progress menu: “Elite enemies defeated”
- 20 kills gives you a chance at Yama
- 30 kills guarantees success
Pro Tip: Server hop to skip the 10-minute quest cooldown. Faster grinding!
Step 2: Access the Secret Temple
- Travel to Hydra Island (Third Sea)
- Find the waterfall at the base of the island
- Look for a blocked archway near the waterfall
- Destroy it with explosives or Observation Haki-breaking moves
- Enter the secret room
Step 3: Defeat the Ghosts
- Inside the room, you’ll find 5 Ghost NPCs
- Defeat all of them
- The Yama statue spawns at the center
Step 4: Claim Yama
- Approach the Yama sword statue
- Left-click (M1) 4+ times
- Wait for the message: “The sword has accepted you as its new owner”
- You receive the Demon Mode title!
Note: If you have exactly 20 kills instead of 30, there’s RNG involved. Retry if it fails.
⚡ Yama Moveset and Stats
Yama features high damage with excellent mobility and crowd control.
| Move | Key | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hellish Slash | Z | Long-range slash with high damage and knockback. Excellent combo starter. |
| Infernal Hurricane | X | Spinning AoE attack for crowd control. Great range and combo potential. |
Key Characteristics
- High base damage - Best for raw power
- Excellent mobility - Infernal Hurricane covers ground
- Strong knockback - Controls fight spacing
- Demon Mode title - Cosmetic reward
🥊 Best Yama Combos
Basic PvP Combo
Yama Z (Hellish Slash) → X (Infernal Hurricane) → Dash → M1 finish
Simple but effective. Good for learning Yama’s rhythm.
Advanced Grinding Combo
Yama X → Fruit moves (e.g., Dragon fire) → Yama Z
Clears mobs efficiently with AoE damage.
CDK Setup Combo
Yama + Tushita = Cursed Dual Katana
Once you have both at 350 mastery, you unlock the ultimate sword combo.
Fighting Style Integration
Yama Z → Godhuman X → Yama X → Finish
Chain with Godhuman for maximum damage.
Pro Tip: Use Observation Haki to chain moves seamlessly and predict enemy dodges.
⚔️ Yama vs Tushita : Which is Better?
| Feature | Yama | Tushita | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damage | High base damage | Fast combo damage | Yama |
| Mobility | Superior (Infernal Hurricane) | Good range | Yama |
| Speed | Slower attacks | Faster attacks | Tushita |
| Combo Potential | Excellent chains | Strong AoE | Tie |
| Acquisition | Quest grind (easier) | Puzzle (harder) | Yama |
| Best For | Solo PvP, grinding | Fast combos | Depends on style |
The Real Answer
Get both. You need Yama AND Tushita at 350 mastery each for CDK .
- Get Yama first if you prefer straightforward quest grinding
- Get Tushita first if you want the puzzle challenge
✅ Is Yama Worth Grinding For?
Absolutely yes. Here’s why:
Essential Reasons
- Required for CDK - The best sword combo in the game
- High damage output - Competes with any Legendary sword
- Mobility moves - Infernal Hurricane is excellent
- No level requirement - Just quest grinding
Yama vs Other Legendaries
Yama holds its own against other Legendary swords:
- Higher damage than Rengoku
- More mobility than Dark Blade
- Better for solo play than Tushita
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get Yama?
2-4 hours of Elite Hunter grinding for 30 kills, depending on server hopping efficiency.
Do I need 30 kills or can I try at 20?
20 kills gives you a chance (RNG). 30 kills guarantees the sword.
What’s the cooldown on Elite Hunter quests?
Up to 10 minutes per quest. Server hop to reduce this.
Is Yama better than Dark Blade?
Different use cases. Dark Blade has more raw power. Yama has better mobility for combos.
Can I use Yama without Tushita?
Yes, Yama is excellent standalone. But you’ll want both for CDK eventually.