Story Achievements

Your friendly guide to all Story Achievements in Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Learn how to unlock them all and master the game with our walkthrough.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Shinobi: Art of Vengeance and want to snag all those Story Achievements? Awesome! Let's break down how to get them as you play through the game. It's all about experiencing the story and making sure you hit certain points or complete objectives along the way. This section focuses on achievements tied directly to progressing through the main story. You'll unlock most of these just by playing, but sometimes there are specific actions or choices that might help you get them faster or ensure you don't miss them. The Godai Shinobi Mission This memory involves Naoe and Yasuke tracking down remnants of the Koga-ryu, specifically former students of Shōtei. Here's what you'll encounter: * Hunting the Godai of Water: You'll head east of Ōmi to a swamp near Mangetsu-ji. Keep an eye out for a massacre site. You'll face the Godai of Water, Azai Jukei. Make sure you defeat her to progress. Naoe's dialogue here, like "This is mindless killing. Senseless," and her reading the note from Rokkaku Yoshimitsu, are key story beats. * Dealing with Bandits and a Beggar: After the swamp, you'll travel northwest of Sakamoto. You'll find bandits harassing a beggar. Saving him by taking out the bandits is important. Listen to the beggar's strange talk about fire and spirits – it's a clue! * Confronting the Godai of Fire: Continuing northwest, you'll find more bandits talking about a ghost. After spooking them, they'll attack. Naoe's line, "A burning tower? That could be the work of the Godai of Fire," points you in the right direction. Head up Mount Hiei to find Kaji, the Godai of Fire, meditating. Defeat him to earn your progress. * Tracking the Godai of Earth: Your next destination is Iga, searching for Akira of Koga, the Godai of Earth. You'll find him at a ruined lumberyard near Otaniinari Shrine. Be ready for a fight; he's not too talkative before he attacks. Naoe's "No" in response to his demand to leave is your cue to engage. Defeating Akira is crucial. * The Wind to Earth Letter: After defeating Akira, make sure you pick up the "Wind to Earth Letter." This item is essential for understanding the plot and likely tied to an achievement for collecting key documents. Important Notes: * Pay Attention to Dialogue: The conversations between Naoe and Yasuke, and what they learn from NPCs like the beggar, often contain hints or direct objectives. Don't skip these! * Collect Key Items: As you saw with the "Wind to Earth Letter," collecting specific items mentioned in the story is often a requirement for achievements. * Defeat Bosses: Each of the Godai members you encounter (Water, Fire, Earth) is a boss. Defeating them is a primary way to unlock story-related achievements. Keep playing through these missions, and you'll be well on your way to unlocking those story achievements. Good luck out there, Shinobi!