Ghost of Yōtei Complete Trophy Guide: What Actually Needs 100% (and What Doesn’t)

If you’ve been scrolling through endless lists on sites like PowerPyx trying to make sense of what’s actually required for the Ghost of Yōtei Platinum trophy — you’re not alone. The good news? You don’t need to waste 100+ hours chasing every collectible in Ezo.

This simplified, player-friendly trophy roadmap breaks down what’s essential, what’s skippable, and the most efficient order to tackle it all. Whether you’re a completionist aiming for that glowing Platinum or a casual player who just wants the big rewards without burnout, this guide will save you dozens of hours.

Let’s unlock that “Legendary Onryō” trophy step by step.


🏅 Trophy Overview

Here’s a quick summary of what you’re up against before diving in:

Trophy Type    Count    Key Examples & Notes
Platinum1Legendary Onryō – Unlock all other trophies
Gold2The Onryō Rests (Story), Master Bounty Hunter (All 31 Bounties)
Silver6Weapon-based Sensei Tales & major activities
Bronze45Story, combat, and collectible-related feats

Ghost of Yōtei Complete Trophy Guide
🏆 Step-by-Step Platinum Roadmap

Step 1: Complete the Main Story (≈10 Hours)

Start simple. Play through the main story at your own pace — there are no missable trophies here.
You’ll unlock 9 story-related trophies automatically, including victories over major bosses like The Oni and The Kitsune.

💡 Tip: You can play on any difficulty, so don’t stress over combat until post-story cleanup.


Step 2: Finish Key Side Quests (≈10 Hours)

After the story, shift focus to the Side Tales, Sensei Tales, and Mythic Tales. These quests reward you with essential weapons, armor, and skills needed for other trophies.

Sensei Tales (Top Priority)

Each chain unlocks a Silver trophy and key weapons for the “Tools of a Warrior” achievement:

  • Yari Sensei Tale: Unlocks spear weapon mastery

  • Kusarigama Sensei Tale: Unlocks chain weapon and long-range kills

  • Odachi Sensei Tale: Unlocks heavy weapon combat and parry techniques

Mythic Tales

Quests like “The Undying Samurai” and “The Storm Blade” grant powerful armor and legendary blades tied to the “For All Occasions” trophy.


Step 3: Hunt All 31 Bounties (≈10 Hours)

For the Gold Trophy “Master Bounty Hunter”, you’ll need to clear all 31 bounties from regional Bounty Boards.

  • Where to Start: Bounty Boards are located at inns across each region.

  • Pro Tip: The game doesn’t mark exact bounty targets — you’ll need to search within the highlighted area.

  • Reward: High XP, rare crafting materials, and unique armor dyes.


Step 4: Collectibles & Cleanup (≈20+ Hours)

This is the most time-consuming stage — but it’s also where most players waste time chasing items they don’t need.

What You Must Collect

These are required for the Platinum trophy:

  • Fox Dens (11)

  • Wolf Dens (10)

  • Bamboo Strikes (15)

  • Shrine Climbs (13)

  • Hot Springs (16)

  • Nine Tails’ Puzzle Boxes (12)

  • Mountain Reliquary Puzzles (5)

  • Shamisen Songs (8)

💡 Efficiency Tip: Equip the “Robes for Sitturaynu” from The Heart of an Ainu tale — it automatically guides you toward Shamisen Songs, Sumi-e Paintings, and hidden collectibles.

What You Can Skip

Here’s what’s not required for Platinum:

  • Ainu Items

  • Pillars of the Fallen

  • 31 of the 61 Altars of Reflection

  • 3 of the 18 Sumi-e Paintings

  • Any extra Side Tales not tied to trophy unlocks


Step 5: Combat & Miscellaneous Trophies (≈1 Hour)

Once you’ve done the heavy lifting, it’s time for cleanup.
Even after clearing all camps, random enemies still spawn — perfect for farming combat trophies.

Easy Missables to Knock Out:

  • “Sayonara” – Kick an enemy off a cliff

  • “The Owl’s Talon” – Kill an enemy from 50+ meters with the Kusarigama

  • “Winds of War” – Use all four weapon types in one battle

💡 Tip: Save before attempting tricky feats — reload if you mess up.


🧭 Optional Completion Goals (For True 100%)

If you’re aiming for total mastery (beyond trophies), here’s what’s nice to have but not required:

  • All Ainu Cultural Items

  • Every Sumi-e Painting

  • Every Altars of Reflection (61)

  • Every Pillar of the Fallen

These contribute to deeper lore understanding and cosmetic unlocks but won’t affect your trophy list.


Efficiency Tips for Trophy Hunters

  • Play on Easy Difficulty: Combat trophies don’t require harder modes.

  • Track with the Journal: You can check completion status for Bounties, Shrines, and Tales anytime.

  • Use the Guiding Wind: Custom-wind tracking helps locate missing collectibles.

  • Backup Saves Before Major Choices: Just in case you miss event-triggered encounters.


🎯 Final Verdict: Your Platinum Path in Ghost of Yōtei

Earning the Platinum Trophy in Ghost of Yōtei is less about grinding and more about smart prioritization. Skip the filler, focus on essential Sensei Tales and collectibles, and use your tools efficiently — you’ll unlock the Legendary Onryō faster than most guides suggest.

By following this structured roadmap, you’ll save time, avoid burnout, and enjoy the journey toward 100% mastery of Ezo like a true ghost.          


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