Order of Endings in NG for Sekiro

So, I have finally reached the end of my first playthrough of Sekiro, and I have set myself up for choosing one of 3 endings (the "Shura" ending excluded). However, I'm not sure which ending I should choose.

In terms of difficulty, as I progress through NG, which endings in what order would be easiest to achieve?

For example, Shura would be the easiest ending to achieve, but then I would have to do all the prep for the other ending(s) in NG+ and above. The Dragon's Homecoming ending is the most convoluted, but doesn't require additional bossfights (I.e. Father Owl to retrieve the Aromatic Flower from the alternate Hirata Estate Memory).

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Quick Answer about "Order of Endings in NG for Sekiro"

Purification (hardest because you need to beat Owl (Father)). I also recommend you to beat the Demon of Hatred in your first new game [NG].
Return [NG+].
Immortal Severance [NG+1].
Shura [NG+2].

What are the 4 Sekiro endings?

The four endings and their implications

Shura ending.
Immortal Severance ending.
Purification ending.
Dragon's Homecoming ending.

Which ending should you get first in Sekiro?

Purification: Good ending First, reject the Owl's offer as if you were heading towards the Immortal Severance ending. Beat the Owl in combat, then head back to Isshin's dojo across the rooftops of Ashina Castle to where Isshin and Emma are talking and eavesdrop on their conversation.

What is considered the best ending in Sekiro?

In case you are wondering how many endings does Sekiro have, there are actually four. These scale from worst to best as: Shura, Immortal Severance, Purification, and Return. If you want the Sekiro best ending, well, prepare to die (a lot).

What is the hardest ending in Sekiro?

Depending on your choices, you can earn four different endings in Sekiro. The hardest to earn is the secret ending, which requires that you complete a lengthy quest for the Divine Child at Senpou Temple.

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