Ghost of Tsushima: Recommended Techniques List

Essential Samurai Techniques

Perfect Parry

The essential skill for Ghost of Tsushima is the "Perfect Parry." It is the first deflection technique that can be unlocked for the Samurai class and is a must-have skill for boss battles and encounters with regular enemies from the beginning to the end of the story. Make it a priority to learn this skill.

Additionally, by unlocking the "Perfect Parry," you can learn "Perfect Parry Healing" and "Unyielding Sword Parry." Because of their excellent effect, it is recommended to learn the deflection techniques for the Samurai class.

Roll

The essential skill for Ghost of Tsushima is "Roll." It is the first evasion technique that can be unlocked for the Samurai class and is a must-have skill for boss battles and encounters with regular enemies from the beginning to the end of the story. Make it a priority to learn this skill.

Recommended Techniques for Samurai

Unyielding Sword Parry

The recommended technique for samurai is "Unyielding Sword Parry" in the deflective skill tree. It is a technique that allows the samurai equipped with a sword to deflect undefendable attacks, increasing the opportunities for counterattacks.

However, in order to learn "Unyielding Sword Parry," it is necessary to first learn Perfect Parry." Because "Perfect Parry" is an essential technique in the story progression, it is recommended to prioritize unlocking it and then proceed to learn "Unyielding Sword Parry."

Unyielding Spear Parry

"Unyielding Spear Parry" is a skill that allows the samurai equipped with a spear to deflect undefendable attacks, increasing the opportunities for counterattacks.

However, in order to learn "Unyielding Spear Parry," it is necessary to first learn "Deflect Arrows." To unlock "Deflect Arrows," you need to learn either "Perfect Parry Healing" or "Unyielding Sword Parry." Prioritize learning "Unyielding Sword Parry."

Effect and Required Skill Level for Samurai Techniques

Recommended Mythic Techniques

Heavenly Strike

Heavenly Strike is a mythic technique that can be learned in the mythic tale "The Heavenly Strike." By consuming 1 Resolve, you can unleash a powerful unblockable strike and deal additional damage to staggered enemies. It is highly recommended for its effectiveness.

Dance of Wrath

Dance of Wrath is a recommended mythic technique. It can be learned in the mythic tale, "The Spirit of Yarikawa's Vengeance." By consuming 3 Resolve, you can unleash a series of high-powered unblockable attacks and become invincible during the attack, making it highly recommended for reliably defeating enemies.

Recommended Evolving Tactics Techniques

Standoff Streak

"Standoff Streak" is a technique that allows you to defeat another enemy with a single blow after winning a duel. It is recommended to learn this technique first as it efficiently reduces the number of enemies and shortens the battle time.

Furthermore, by learning Standoff Streak, you will be able to learn "Improved Standoff Streak." Improved Standoff Streak is a technique that allows you to defeat two more enemies with a single blow after winning a duel. If you have enough skill points, it is recommended to learn Improved Standoff Streak immediately after learning "Standoff Streak."

Essential for Obtaining the "All in the Wrist" Trophy

"Standoff Streak" is an essential skill for obtaining the "All in the Wrist" trophy. To obtain the trophy, you need to defeat five enemies in a single Standoff and equip the fully upgraded Sakai Armor along with the skill "Improved Standoff Streak."

Chain Assassination

"Chain assassination" is a recommended technique that allows you to simultaneously assassinate two nearby enemies during a stealth kill, reducing the number of enemies and making it harder for them to detect you. It is recommended to learn this technique early on.

Far Hearing

"Far Hearing" is a recommended technique that expands the range of detection when using the "Focused Hearing" ability, making it easier to locate enemies and harder for them to detect you, especially during Mongol stronghold infiltrations. It is highly recommended.

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Best Set of Techniques to Prioritize

Prioritize Samurai Techniques in the Early Game

In the early game, it is recommended to prioritize learning Samurai techniques like deflection and evasion techniques before unlocking other kinds of techniques. While learning other kinds of techniques allows you to efficiently deal damage to Mongol soldiers, combining them with skills like "Perfect Parry" will make your progress smoother. Therefore, prioritize Samurai techniques in the early game.

Minimum Required Techniques for Story Completion

Samurai's Deflection Techniques are Essential

To complete the story, it is recommended to learn all the Samurai's deflection techniques up to Terrifying Parry. Also, strengthen all the basic style skills, which are essential for combat against Mongol soldiers, up to the second level. Use any remaining Technique Points to learn combat skills that suit your playstyle.

Additionally, you can learn Mythic Techniques without consuming Technique Points. By completing the Mythic Tales quests, you will automatically learn these techniques. Therefore, it is recommended to accept the Mythic Tales from the wandering musicians (Biwa performers) while progressing through the main story.

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