Ghost of Tsushima: Best Charm to Unlock First | Game Rant
Ghost of Tsushima's provides players with a myriad of options to give Jin an extra edge against the endless tide of mongol invaders, but one charm, in particular, stands head and shoulders above the others, especially early on in the campaign. The Inari Charm is the best early-game upgrade, as it increases the yield of resources like supplies, providing a steady stream of supplies for armor, weapon upgrades, and other essentials.
After completing Ghost of Tsushima's lengthy introductory missions, about an hour into the story, the game will allow players to explore the open world. Priority one should be visiting Arrow Peak Shrine, where the Charm of Inari is located. While the charm does not provide any bonuses related to combat, it grants a bonus to all predator hides, wood, and supply pick-ups which will allow Jin to rapidly accumulate a reservoir of materials for Ghost of Tsushima's robust crafting system, ensuring upgrades come quickly.
Players wondering where to find Arrow Peak Shrine should head directly south from the Golden Temple. After crossing the river into the Azamo prefecture, continue past Kii's Pond, searching for a plain Torii Gate with a braided rope and three tassels. Follow the path beyond the gate until Jin meets a Shinto Priestess who warns him about the perilous path leading up the mountain where the shrine is located. Navigate the path, which features open-world platforming that will be familiar to any Assassin's Creed fan. After reaching the shrine on the summit of the mountain, press "R2" to honor the shrine and receive the Charm of Inari.
The charm can be equipped in one of the two primary charm slots (as opposed to the silver, minor charm slots), and its passive will take effect as soon as Jin picks up pertinent items. To maximize resource gains, it is best to keep the Charm of Inari equipped as much as possible during exploration and early game missions. It is especially useful when scavenging in new locations, making it the perfect companion when searching for Easter eggs from other Sucker Punch titles.
If Ghost of Tsushima proves too challenging and becomes a sticking point, try tipping the scales with Jin's stealth abilities before switching charms. If things are truly desperate, switch to a more combat-oriented charm until every last enemy is slain and re-equip the Charm of Inari afterward to keep looting as efficiently as possible.
The charm is not only a pragmatic choice for upgrades, it is a perfect fit for the game's beautiful, open-world environment. Tsushima features over 40 unique biomes, each with their own vegetation, terrain, and weather, and the Charm of Inari makes traversing and exploring them more rewarding.
Ghost of Tsushima is available now on PlayStation 4.
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