A Few Splinters — Iki Island DLC Achievements

Embark on a perilous journey to Iki Island and confront your past in the Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut. The "A Few Splinters" achievement tasks you with a specific, albeit somewhat obscure, objective. This guide will detail exactly what you need to do to unlock this particular accolade and further your mastery of the Iki Island expansion.

The "A Few Splinters" achievement is unlocked by successfully completing a specific action related to the environment and your combat abilities on Iki Island. This achievement is often overlooked due to its subtle nature, requiring players to pay close attention to their surroundings and interact with certain elements in a particular way. It's not tied to a major story beat or a difficult combat encounter, but rather a small, repeatable action that, once performed correctly, will grant you the achievement. This makes it a good candidate for players looking to tidy up their achievement list after completing the main Iki Island narrative.

To unlock "A Few Splinters," you need to destroy 10 bamboo strikes with your katana. Bamboo strikes are scattered throughout Iki Island, often found in serene and picturesque locations. They appear as tall stalks of bamboo that, when approached, will prompt you to perform a sword strike. Each successful strike will contribute to the total. You can find these bamboo strikes in various areas, including near hot springs, shrines, and along the edges of forests. Keep an eye out for their distinctive green stalks.

Here's a breakdown of how to approach this:

Locate Bamboo Strikes: Explore Iki Island thoroughly. They are often found in areas of natural beauty and tranquility.
Interact and Strike: Approach a bamboo strike and press the indicated button to initiate a sword-drawing sequence.
Perform the Strike: Successfully complete the quick-time event to cut the bamboo.
Track Your Progress: The game will usually provide visual or audio cues when you successfully destroy a bamboo strike. Keep a mental note or use a checklist if you're having trouble keeping track.

While there isn't a specific in-game tracker for this particular achievement, you can often see your progress in the achievements menu. If you're struggling to find them, consider exploring the areas around the main Iki Island story missions and side quests. Some players have reported finding clusters of bamboo strikes in specific regions, making it easier to farm them. The key is consistent exploration and a keen eye for these environmental interactables. Once you've successfully destroyed your tenth bamboo strike, the "A Few Splinters" achievement should pop.