Ghost of Tsushima: List of Weapons and Equipment
- Last updated on
This guide provides a list of weapons and equipment in Ghost of Tsushima. It includes the strongest weapons for close combat, long-range combat, and stealth, as well as the strongest armor. Use this guide as a reference when strategizing in Ghost of Tsushima!
©Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
Strongest Weapons
Sakai Katana
The strongest weapon in Ghost of Tsushima is the Sakai Katana. Since it is the main weapon in Ghost of Tsushima, gather materials such as supplies and iron, and head to the blacksmith to enhance the weapon.
Additionally, the Sakai Katana can have its appearance changed with sword kits. While the weapon's performance remains the same, you can customize the katana to match your preferred armor color and personal taste.
List of Weapon Acquisition Methods and Effects |
Methods of Obtaining Sword Accessories and Their Benefits |
Best Equipment for Melee
Equip the Sakai Clan Armor with Mizu-no-Kami and Amaterasu charms
Best Equipment for Melee | |
---|---|
Sakai Clan Armor |
Recommended Charms: ・Mizu-no-Kami Charm ・Amaterasu Charm |
Recommended Accessories: ・Incendiary Oil ・Kunai |
|
Recommended Techniques: ・Stances ・Deflection Techniques ・Standoff Streak, Improved Standoff Streak |
|
Recommended Mythic Techniques: ・Heavenly Strike ・Dance of Wrath ・Way of the Flame |
The best equipment for close-range combat is a combination of the Sakai Clan Armor and the Mizu-no-Kami charm. It is essential to learn the Deflection techniques, as it makes it easier to stagger all enemies. Prioritize learning stances such as the Stone stance to achieve this.
Additionally, the Mizu-no-Kami charm can be obtained at the Spring Falls Shrine. The Spring Falls Shrine is located north of Izuhara, near Kukai Falls. While completing the main story and side quests, take the opportunity to obtain the Mizu-no-Kami charm at the Spring Falls Shrine.
Samurai Techniques and Skill Tree |
Types of Stances and How to Use Them |
List of Shrine Locations and Obtainable Charms |
Best Equipment for Long-Range
Equip the Tadayori's Armor with Izanagi's Charm
Best Long-range Equipment | |
---|---|
Tadayori's Armor |
Recommended Charms: ・Izanagi's Charm ・Azumi-no-Isora Charm |
Recommended Accessories: ・Blowgun ・Black Powder Bomb ・Firecracker ・Sticky Bomb |
|
Recommended Skills: ・Concentration ・Mental Fortitude, Improved Mental Fortitude |
|
Recommended Mythic Technique: ・Explosive Arrows |
The best long-range equipment consists of Tadayori's Armor and Izanagi's charm. By acquiring the skill "Mental Fortitude" which enhances long-range attacks with bows and arrows, and equipping the longbow obtained from the mythic tale "The Curse of Uchitsune," you can efficiently deal damage to enemies from a distance, making it highly recommended.
Additionally, Izanagi's charm can be obtained at the Winding Mountain Shrine located south of Cloud Pass in Izuhara. You can acquire the charm while completing the main story and side quests.
Location and Strategy for the Curse of Uchitsune Quest |
How to Obtain and Use the Longbow |
List of Shrine Locations and Obtainable Charms |
Best Equipment for Stealth
Equip the Ghost Armor and the Fire Teleportation Talisman
Ultimate Equipment for Stealth | |
---|---|
Ghost Armor |
Recommended Talismans: - Charm of Hoori-no-Mikoto - Charm of Tsukuyomi |
Recommended Tools: - Smoke Bomb - Wind Chime - Blowgun |
|
Recommended Skills: - Chain Assassination, Chain Assassination Master - Far Hearing - Firecracker |
|
Recommended Mythic Technique: - None |
The ultimate equipment for stealth is a combination of the Ghost Armor and the Charm of Hoori-no-Mikoto. Since attacks in stealth style become shadow attacks, it is recommended to learn the skills from the "Assassination" series. Additionally, by using blow darts, you can silently defeat distant enemies, so make good use of them.
Furthermore, the Charm of Hoori-no-Mikoto can be obtained at the Turtle Rock Shrine. The shrine is located northeast of Shimura's camp in Toyotama, so while completing quests like "Way of the Flame," obtain the charm along the way.
Ghost Stance: Mechanics and Effects |
List of Ghost Weapons and Effects of Ghost Techniques |
List of Shrine Locations and Obtainable Charms |