In battle, you need to mix it up between regular attacks and using your special skills granted to you depending on which shadow you chose to equip in battle. (rpgfan.com)
Regular attacks vary from a power hit, combo hit or a guard breaking hit. (plusxp.com)
Regular attack animations take all of a second (if that) and special ability animations take just long enough to look cool and give the player all the relevant information. (zeboyd.com)