Collectables and Upgrades — Ghost of Tsushima Guide

Discover all collectibles and upgrades in Ghost of Tsushima. Learn how to enhance Jin Sakai's abilities and gear to become the Ghost.

This guide covers collectibles and upgrades in Ghost of Tsushima. Players will learn how to find various items scattered across the island and how to enhance Jin Sakai's combat abilities and equipment to better face the Mongol invasion.

Collectibles:

• Sashimono Banners: These banners are often found in enemy camps or on patrols. Collecting them contributes to Jin's understanding of the Mongol forces.
• Pillars of Honor: Found throughout Tsushima, these pillars often mark significant locations or hidden paths. Interacting with them can yield cosmetic items or other rewards.
• Hot Springs: Discovering hot springs allows Jin to meditate and increase his maximum health.
• Bamboo Strikes: Successfully completing these challenges increases Jin's resolve, which is used for special abilities and healing.
• Shinto Shrines: These sacred sites offer prayers that can increase Jin's maximum Stance Charm slots.
• Fox Dens: Following foxes can lead to hidden shrines, often rewarding Jin with charms that provide passive bonuses.
• Cypress Trees: Finding cypress trees allows Jin to collect wood, a resource used for upgrading his armor.

Upgrades:

• Armor Upgrades: Jin's armor can be upgraded at blacksmiths using collected resources like silk, steel, and yak's fur. Upgrades improve defense and can unlock new abilities for specific armor sets.
• Sword Upgrades: The katana can be upgraded at swordsmiths, increasing its damage output. This requires specific materials found throughout the world.
• Ghost Weapons: Tools like kunai, smoke bombs, and sticky bombs can be upgraded to improve their effectiveness, such as increasing the number of uses or their damage radius.
• Skills: Jin can learn new combat techniques and stealth abilities by progressing through the story, completing side missions, and finding skill points. These skills are categorized into Samurai and Ghost paths, allowing players to tailor Jin's playstyle.