Melee weapons are the core of Atsu's combat style, offering different approaches for various enemy types.
Weapon | How To Unlock |
Katana | This is Atsu's starting weapon. It's a balanced, all-purpose blade that is effective against sword-wielding enemies. You'll have it from the very beginning of the game. |
Dual Katanas | The Dual Katanas are one of the first new weapons you can acquire. They are unlocked by completing the "Way of the Dual Katana" quest in the Yotei Grasslands. This weapon is excellent for rapid combos and is most effective against enemies wielding polearms like Yaris and Naginatas. |
Odachi | This massive two-handed sword is perfect for dealing with heavily armored or large enemies. You can acquire it by completing the "Way of the Odachi" main mission in the Tokachi Range region. |
Yari (Spear) | The Yari is a versatile polearm that offers a significant reach advantage. It is unlocked by completing "The Way of the Yari" Sensei quest in the Ishikari Plain. This weapon is particularly effective against sickle-wielding enemies, like those with Kusarigamas. |
Kusarigama (Chain-Sickle) | This unique and unconventional weapon is a powerful tool for disarming enemies. It excels at breaking through the defenses of shield-bearing foes. The Kusarigama is unlocked by progressing through the Kitsune questline and defeating the Nine-Tails clan. |
Ranged weapons allow Atsu to take down enemies from a distance, or to open up new combat strategies from afar.
Weapon | How To Unlock |
Hankyu (Half Bow) | The Hankyu is a fast, light bow ideal for mobile combat. It's one of the first ranged weapons you'll encounter. You can acquire it by completing "The Old Inn" quest and purchasing it from Ran the Bowyer. |
Yumi (Longbow) | This heavy bow trades speed for power, delivering devastating, long-range shots that can even pierce helmets. The Yumi is purchased from Ran the Bowyer after completing "The Old Inn" quest. |
Tanegashima Matchlock | The Tanegashima is an early firearm that packs a serious punch, capable of shooting through enemy defenses. It is unlocked by progressing through the "Saito Brothers" questline and completing the "The Storm Breaks" quest. |
These throwable and quickfire tools are essential for creating openings in battle, interrupting enemy attacks, and dealing with groups of foes.
Tool | How To Unlock |
Kunai | These throwing blades are excellent for interrupting enemy attacks. You will acquire the Kunai and learn how to use them during "The Burning of Castle Ishikari" quest from Hana the Kunai Artisan. |
Smoke Bomb | A classic shinobi tool, the Smoke Bomb creates a cloud of smoke, perfect for stealth and escape. It is unlocked after completing "The Tale of the Kitsune" within the Kitsune mission. |
Metsubushi (Blinding Powder) | This tool blinds enemies, leaving them vulnerable to your attacks. You can get it by completing the "Crow Genzo" bounty at the Old Inn. |
Tanzutsu (Pistol) | A small firearm that can be used for quick, close-range bursts of damage. This is unlocked by completing the "Guns and Consequences" objective during the "Saito Brothers" questline. |
Oni's Flame | This quickfire tool ignites your melee weapon, allowing you to deal fire damage and make your attacks unblockable for a short time. It is unlocked by progressing through "The Oni" questline and completing a quest called "Twin Wolves, Twin Hearts." |
Scorch Bomb | A powerful grenade that explodes and incinerates groups of enemies. It is acquired by completing "The Bomb Maker" bounty, found on the village board in Ishikari Plain. |
Blind Bomb | This bomb releases a blinding powder. It is acquired during the "Fighting Fire with Fire" Sensei quest. |