The Six Blades of Kojiro stands out as one of the most thrilling Mythic Tales in Ghost of Tsushima, tasking players with defeating five deadly Straw Hat assassins before challenging their master. For beginners entering the Toyotama region during Act 2, navigating these encounters can feel overwhelming due to the sudden spike in combat difficulty. By planning a smart geographical path, novice warriors can gradually build up their parrying skills while collecting every blade efficiently.
Starting the Tale and Cleaving the South
Your journey begins in Umugi Cove by speaking with Yamato the musician, who reveals the locations of your targets on the map. Beginners should immediately target Yasumasa at the Duel in the Drowning Marsh, located just south of Old Kanazawa Marsh. This encounter serves as an excellent introduction to handling aggressive standard attacks in a relatively open arena.
After securing your first victory, travel slightly northeast toward the Cloud Ridge Shrine to face Tomotsugu. The duel takes place on a windy coast, requiring you to carefully manage your spatial awareness near the water. Defeating him rewards you with early confidence and establishes a solid rhythm for the tougher battles ahead.
Conquering the Central Wetlands
The next logical stop on an optimized route takes you toward the center of the region to confront Kiyochika. This combatant waits patiently under a waterfall along the scenic Musashi Coast, providing a beautiful backdrop for an intense duel. Beginners should focus on defensive patience here, utilizing stone stance to break through his guard efficiently.
Once Kiyochika falls, head toward the northern fields to track down Hirotsune at the Duel Among the Spider Lilies. This striking battlefield is covered in vibrant red flowers, which can sometimes distort your vision of incoming unblockable strikes. Keep your distance, watch his sword hand closely, and execute swift counterattacks right after he finishes his attack strings.
Finishing the Northern Hunt
The final assassin, Kanetomo, awaits your arrival on the eastern coast near Yamabushi Peak. He utilizes erratic pacing and quick slashes, making him the most mechanically demanding of the initial five combatants. Defeating Kanetomo completes the preliminary hunt and proves that you have mastered foundational defensive mechanics.
Before moving to the final stage, beginners should take a brief moment to rest and fully replenish their resolve meters. Exploring the nearby hot springs or practicing deflection timing against random wandering Mongol parties can give you a significant advantage. Ensuring your gear is fully upgraded at a local swordsmith will also drastically increase your chances of survival.
The Final Showdown at Omi Monastery
With all five Straw Hats defeated, return to the musician in Umugi Cove to unlock the final location. Kojiro waits for Jin Sakai inside a hidden cave situated near the Omi Monastery in the far northwest. This dark cavern provides limited space to dodge, forcing you to rely heavily on precise parries and quick deflections.
Overcoming Kojiro requires absolute focus as his strikes are incredibly fast and heavily damaging. Successfully defeating him concludes the Mythic Tale and rewards you with the highly prized Kensei Armor set. This armor boosts your resolve generation significantly, turning you into a truly formidable warrior for the rest of your adventure.
