Are There Still Mongols After Liberating Tsushima? A Deep Dive
The question on every aspiring Ghost of Tsushima’s mind after hours of liberating camps, rescuing citizens, and perfecting their katana skills: Are there still Mongols after liberating Tsushima? The short answer is yes! Even after you’ve “liberated” the entire island and seen the credits roll, the Mongol presence persists, though in a slightly different form. Now, let’s delve into the details of the post-liberation Mongol presence and other related facts about the immersive world of Ghost of Tsushima!
Mongol Presence After Liberation: A Persistent Threat
While the major Mongol camps and fortresses are cleared out during the main storyline, you’ll still encounter roaming bands of Mongols throughout Tsushima. These aren’t as heavily fortified as the camps you cleared during the game, but they still pose a threat. The encounter rate may seem lower than during the main story, but these roving war parties help to keep the world feeling alive and dangerous.
The game ensures a continued, albeit reduced, Mongol presence for gameplay reasons. Without any enemies, the open world would feel rather empty. The ongoing threat of wandering Mongols encourages exploration and keeps your combat skills sharp, always preparing you to become the “Ghost”.
Where to Find Mongols Post-Liberation
While roaming the island is the most common way to encounter Mongols, there are a few specific locations where they tend to respawn. These include:
- Jogaku Lighthouse: Even after lighting the beacon, Mongols consistently respawn near this location. It’s a reliable spot for farming resources or simply engaging in combat. Remember not to fast travel directly to the lighthouse as that circumvents this respawn point. Begin your travels from Port Izumi.
- Random Encounters: As you explore the open world, keep an eye out for smoke signals or cries for help. These often indicate a Mongol patrol or a group of civilians under attack.
- Undiscovered Locations: Even after clearing the fog of war, there are often undiscovered locations that may still harbor small Mongol groups. Exploring these areas can lead to more encounters and rewards.
Exploring the Liberated Tsushima
Liberating Tsushima isn’t just about eliminating Mongols. It’s about revealing the beauty and secrets of the island.
Lifting the Fog of War and Unveiling Undiscovered Locations
Clearing Mongol camps directly relates to the game’s map. As camps are eliminated, the “fog of war” fades away, showcasing parts of the map that were previously hidden. Clearing the fog of war reveals undiscovered locations, quests, and hidden points of interest. This encourages exploration, rewarding players for taking the time to liberate the land.
Trophies and Rewards
You’re not fighting just for Jin’s honor and the freedom of Tsushima. Clearing regions grants you trophies! These trophies signify your progress and add a sense of accomplishment.
Ghost of Tsushima FAQs
Now, let’s tackle some frequently asked questions about the Mongol presence in Ghost of Tsushima and other related aspects of the game.
1. What happens after you liberate all of Tsushima?
After liberating all of Tsushima, you unlock specific Ghost of Tsushima Trophies, and the fog of war lifts from the map. This reveals any remaining Undiscovered Locations, points of interest, and side quests you may have missed. You can then focus on completing these tasks, upgrading your gear, and exploring the world at your own pace.
2. Will I still get experience and resources after liberating Tsushima?
Yes, you absolutely will. Engaging with random encounters involving Mongols, completing side quests, and exploring undiscovered locations continue to yield experience, supplies, and other valuable resources. This allows you to further upgrade your gear, unlock new abilities, and enhance Jin’s legend.
3. Is Ghost of Tsushima historically accurate?
While inspired by the first Mongol invasion of Japan, Ghost of Tsushima takes liberties with historical accuracy for the sake of gameplay and storytelling. Many of the characters and specific events are fictionalized. Although Ghost of Tsushima isn’t historically accurate, it’s based on true historical events, chronicling the first Mongol invasion of Japan in which the island of Tsushima was occupied by the Yuan invasion force.
4. Was the Sakai clan real?
There is a real-life Sakai clan in Japan, but it wasn’t founded until the 14th century, long after the events of the game. And there wasn’t a man named Jin spearheading the clan. Similarly, Khotun Khan is also made up.
5. Is there a good or bad ending in Ghost of Tsushima?
No, there isn’t a distinct “good” or “bad” ending in the traditional sense. The final choice at the end of the game determines Jin’s ultimate fate and unlocks different cosmetic rewards, but neither ending is presented as inherently superior.
6. Does Jin end up with Yuna?
No, Jin and Yuna do not end up in a romantic relationship. Their bond is one of mutual respect and support forged through shared trauma and hardship.
7. What happens when you liberate a region in Ghost of Tsushima?
When you liberate a region, the fog of war is cleared, revealing points of interest and quests.
8. Did the Mongols invade Iki Island?
Yes, the Mongols invaded Iki Island in 1274 during their invasion of Japan. This event is explored in the Ghost of Tsushima: Iki Island expansion.
9. Will there be a Ghost of Tsushima 2?
While there’s no official confirmation, given the game’s critical and commercial success, a sequel is highly likely. However, there’s no confirmed release date yet.
10. Which ending is the canon ending of Ghost of Tsushima?
The game director has not said definitively, it is popularly thought that the “canon” ending is considered to be the one where Jin spares Lord Shimura, further solidifying his identity as the Ghost.
11. Should you let Shimura live or die?
The choice is yours. Players who kill Jin’s uncle will receive the Righteous Punishment dye, which is white. Players that spare Lord Shimura will receive the red Vow of Vengeance dye.
12. Can you fight honorably in Ghost of Tsushima?
Yes, you can choose to engage in standoffs and direct combat, which the game frames as more “honorable” approaches. However, there’s no mechanical penalty for using stealth tactics, and the game encourages you to utilize all available methods to defeat the Mongols. Your choices have no major bearing on the game, except at the very end.
13. Can you beat Ghost of Tsushima without assassinating anyone?
While you can minimize your use of assassinations, it’s not possible to complete the game without performing at least some stealth kills due to certain story missions requiring them.
14. Was Khotun Khan real?
No, Khotun Khan is a fictional character created for the game. While based on the historical figure of Kublai Khan, he is not a direct representation of any specific Mongol leader.
15. Can you beat Khotun Khan in the first encounter?
No, you cannot defeat Khotun Khan in the initial boss fight. The game forces a cutscene to progress the story, regardless of your performance.
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