This page of IGNs Ghost of Tsushima guide contains The Fate of Tsushima walkthrough (part of the main campaign: Jin’s Journey) in which Jin makes final preparations for the battle of Castle Shimura. With Lord Shimura's help, Jin and the Shogan forces will push their way through the Mongols as they attempt to reach the first keep.

The Fate of Tsushima guide includes tips for finding Jin's allies around Lord Shimura's camp and navigating Castle Shimura in order to reach and defeat the Hwacha Operators. The reward for this quest is a Major Legend Increase.

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• Tale Summary: The Fate of Tsushima
• The Fate of Tsushima Objectives
• The Fate of Tsushima Walkthrough

Tale Summary: The Fate of Tsushima

How to Unlock The Fate of Tsushima:

• A Reckoning in Blood

Tale Description:

• The Straws Hats are routed, but at a terrible cost. Ryuzo escaped and worse… Taka lost his life. I won’t let this go unpunished. Lord Shimura is rallying for battle at his staging camp. Before we fight, I need to check on Yuna.

The Fate of Tsushima Rewards:

• Major Legend Increase

The Fate of Tsushima Objectives

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• Travel to Lord Shimura's Camp
• Optional: Speak with your other Allies (0/4)
• Speak with Yuna
• Speak with Lord Oga
• Travel with Lord Oga to meet your Uncle
• Speak with Lord Shimura
• Push Forward and Defeat the Mongol Forces
• Scout ahead of your Army
• Defeat the Hwacha Operators
• Rejoin your Allies
• Drive the Enemy Across the Bridge
• Climb the Bridge’s Gatehouse

The Fate of Tsushima Walkthrough

Travel to Lord Shimura's Camp

Travel to Lord Shimura’s Camp and speak with the Samurai reinforcements by the gate.

Optional: Speak with your other Allies (0/4)

While you won’t receive anything for speaking with these allies, you will gain short cutscenes that lend towards the story. You can find them in the following locations:

Speak to Kenji by the fence of the training area as he overlooks the battering ram.

Speak with Sensei Ishikawa inside the training area as he trains a small group of Archers.

Speak with Lady Masako just left of the main gate, as she trains two Samurai.

Speak with Norio as he meditates inside the makeshift temple.

Speak with Yuna

Find and speak with Yuna, who can be found inside the building across from the makeshift temple, which also happens to have a well outside by the entrance.

Speak with Lord Oga

After speaking with Yuna, make your way to the main gate and speak with Lord Oga.

Travel with Lord Oga to meet your Uncle

Mount your horse and follow Lord Oga to meet with your uncle.

Speak with Lord Shimura

Climb the watchtower and speak with Lord Shimura.

Push Forward and Defeat the Mongol Forces

Push forward towards the main gate and defeat the Mongol forces. You will face all types of enemies during this encounter, including Swordsmen, Shieldsmen, Spearmen, Brutes, and Archers.

Once you defeat the forces, a short cutscene will play as your allies open the gate.

Using your bow and arrow, aim for the fire brazier that hangs above the Archers in the distance.

You will also find an explosive barrel just below the brazier, along with more explosive barrels by the tent just left of the gate. Use these to take our multiple enemies at once.

Like before, continue pushing forward with Lord Shimura, taking out any Mongols that get in your way.

You’ll face Archers, Brutes, Shieldsmen, and Swordsmen, so be prepared to switch between stances to ensure that you are using the most effective combat styles to defeat each enemy.

As you push through the next gate, take out the next wave of Mongol forces - Swordsmen, Brutes, Shieldsmen, and Archers.

Scout ahead of your Army

To avoid any surprises, climb onto the bridge via the ladder towards the wall on your left and head inside the building.

As you near the broken window inside, a cutscene will begin.

Defeat the Hwacha Operators

Make your way towards the Hwacha Towers and defeat the operators with honor.

This area is riddled with Mongol forces that range from Archers, Brutes, Swordsmen, and Shieldmen. However, while fighting your way to the tower, you will need to dodge the incoming rain of arrows from the Hwacha.

When clear, make a dash for the Hwacha tower and climb to the top. Defeat the two operators with honor.

Once you have killed the two Archers, operate the Hwacha and rain arrows down upon the Mongol forces below as your allies continue to push forward.

Try aiming for the explosive barrels that can be found in the courtyard below, as these will take out multiple enemies at once.

Rejoin your Allies

Once you have defeated the Mongol forces, climb down from the tower and rejoin your allies.

Before rejoining, be sure to replenish your ammunition and collect any supplies you can find around the tents.

Drive the Enemy Across the Bridge

As the Mongols begin to lose ground, continue pushing forward with your allies, taking out any Mongols in the area.

As you defeat the first wave of forces, open the gate and finish off the remaining Mongol soldiers.

Like before, you’ll face one final wave of Mongols that range from Brutes, Archers, Swordsmen, Shieldmen, and Spearmen.

Climb the Bridge’s Gatehouse

With the Mongol forces defeated, climb the ladder that leads to the bridge’s gatehouse.

As you reach the top, a cutscene will play. During a short sequence, you will need to aim and fire at the horses carrying the carts of explosives. Don’t let them reach the other side of the bridge. This will conclude the Tale.

Having completed A Message in Fire, here are several missions to take on next if you haven't already, including:

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