
List of Techniques in Ghost of Tsushima
When you play Ghost of Tsushima, Jin Sakai is able to learn new skills or techniques that will make him grow either as a samurai or the ghost.

Learnable techniques are divided into categories namely:
- Deflection Techniques
- Evasion Techniques
- Exploration Techniques
- Mythic Techniques
Deflection Techniques
There are seven deflection techniques that Jin can learn in the game:
| Technique | Technique Description |
|---|---|
| Perfect Parry | Parry at the last possible second to perform a deadly counterattack. |
| Perfect Healing Parry | Perfect Parries recover a small amount of health. |
| Deflect Arrows | Parry incoming projectiles while blocking. |
| Unyielding Sword Parry | Parry an unblockable attack from Mongol swords. |
| Resolved Parry | Gain Moderate Resolve by using a Parry or Perfect Parry. |
| Unyielding Spear Parry | Parry an unblockable spear attack. |
| Terrifying | Perfect Parry counterattacks have a 20% chance to Terrify nearby enemies. |
Evasion Techniques
There are seven evasion techniques that Jin can learn in the game:
| Technique | Technique Description |
|---|---|
| Roll | Roll across the ground to avoid attacks. |
| Dodging Slash | An evasive strike useful against slow-moving enemies. |
| Sprint Strike | Sprint toward your enemy and slash them with a quick strike. |
| Shoulder Charge | Charge into enemies while sprinting to knock them backward. |
| Delayed Strike | A delayed quick attack that inflicts extra Melee damage and Stagger damage. |
| Mounted Strike | Perform a jumping strike from your horse to tackle your enemy and inflict Stagger damage. |
| Perfect Dodge | Dodge at the last possible moment to perform a deadly counterattack. |
Exploration Techniques
There are two exploration techniques that Jin can learn in the game:
| Technique | Technique Description |
|---|---|
| Wind of Inari | Follow the Guiding Wind to Fox Dens. Foxes will lead you to Inari Shrines where you can earn additional Charm slots and upgradeable Charms. |
| Wind of Vanity | Follow the Guiding Wind to discover items that allow you to personalize your appearance. |
Mythic Techniques
There are four mythic techniques that Jin can learn in the game:
| Technique | Technique Description |
|---|---|
| Heavenly Strike | A quick unblockable attack that inflicts extra damage against Staggered enemies. Unlocked by clearing Mythic Tale “The Heavenly Strike.” |
| Dance of Wrath | Unleash three consecutive unblockable attacks that inflict high damage. Unlocked by clearing Mythic Tale “The Spirit of Yarikawa’s Vengeance.” |
| Way of the Flame | Use Incendiary Oil to ignite your katana and burn your foes. Unlocked by clearing Mythic Tale “Undying Flame.” |
| Explosive Arrow | Heavy arrow fitted with volatile powder that explodes on impact. Unlocked by clearing Mythic Tale “The Curse of Uchitsune.” |
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