Ghost of Tsushima: Location and Strategy for the Six Blades of Kojiro

Location for "the Six Blades of Kojiro" Quest

Mythic Tale from the Wandering Musician in Umugi Cove

The mythic tale, "The Six Blades of Kojiro" can be obtained from the wandering musician (Biwa performer) in Umugi Cove. To visit Umugi Cove, you need to complete the main story quest "A Message in Fire."

Walkthrough for the Six Blades of Kojiro

Defeat Yasumasa: Duel in the Drowning Marsh

Once you accept the quest, proceed with the Duel in the Drowning Marsh to defeat Yasumasa. It is located on the east side of Old Kanazawa Marsh and can be reached by passing through Akashima Village on the way to Umugi Cove. Take the opportunity to defeat Yasumasa at Akashima Marsh while progressing through the main story, which is Jin's Journey.

Defeat Hirotsune: Duel among the Spider Lilies

After defeating Yasumasa, head to the Field of the Equinox Flower to defeat Hirotsune. The Field of the Equinox Flower is located in the northeast direction of Umugi Cove, and there is also the Golden Summit Shrine nearby. Take the opportunity to obtain Amaterasu's charm at the Golden Summit shrine while defeating Hirotsune.

Defeat Kiyochika: Duel Under Falling Water

After defeating Hirotsune, head to Musashi coast to defeat Kiyochika. The decisive battle location on the Musashi coast is on the east side of Lucky Genzo's Inn, which is located on the west side of Kishibe Village. Since the duel with Kiyochika takes place below the cliff, use the waterfall as a landmark, dismount your horse, and descend the cliff.

Defeat Tomotsugu: Duel of Crashing Waves

After defeating Kiyochika, head to the beach to defeat Tomotsugu. The decisive battle location at the beach is on the north side of Urashima Village. Since there is the Cloud Ridge Shrine in the vicinity, take the opportunity to obtain the charm of Azumi-No-Isora while on the mission to defeat Tomotsugu.

Defeat Kanetomo: Duel Under Autumn Leaves

After defeating Tomotsugu, head to the area under the Autumn Leaves to defeat Kanetomo. The decisive battle location under the Autumn Leaves is along the coast on the east side of Yamabushi's Peak. Use Fort Koyasan as a landmark and head north along the coast.

Defeating Kojiro in the Omi Monastery Cave

After defeating the five assassins of the Straw Hats in various locations, talk to the musician in Umugi Cove. Then, head to the Omi Monastery Cave to defeat Kojiro. Kojiro primarily uses thrust attacks with his sword, so it is recommended to switch to the stone stance and focus on parrying and deflecting his attacks.

Rewards for the Six Blades of Kojiro

Kensei Armor

By clearing the quest, you can obtain the Kensei Armor. Equipping the armor increases the amount of health and resolve recovery, and significantly enhances the performance of the armor. Equip it when attacking places with many enemies, such as Mongol camps.

List of Locations and Rewards for Mythic Tales