Rat Description

Learn about the Rat Description item in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Find out what it is, where to get it, and its significance in the game. Your guide to mastering Sekiro!

You'll obtain the Rat Description from the Sculptor after you've defeated the first major boss, Genichiro Ashina, and progressed a bit further into the game. Specifically, it's given to you when you return to the Dilapidated Temple after certain story beats have occurred. The Sculptor will mention the rats and give you the description as part of a conversation.

What it does: The Rat Description is primarily used to understand and progress the questline involving the rats in the Ashina Castle area. It allows you to interact with certain NPCs and uncover hidden details about the world.

Tips for obtaining the Rat Description:

• Make sure you have defeated Genichiro Ashina. You won't be able to progress this part of the story until then.
• After beating Genichiro, continue playing through the game. The Sculptor will eventually give it to you when you return to the Dilapidated Temple. Don't worry if you don't get it immediately; it's tied to story progression.
• Pay attention to dialogue! The Sculptor will hand it over naturally as part of a conversation.

Reward:

The primary reward for obtaining the Rat Description is the ability to progress specific NPC questlines and uncover more of the game's lore. It doesn't grant you any new combat abilities or items directly, but it's crucial for a complete playthrough.