Where To Find Every Artifact In Ghost of Tsushima
Artifact in Ghost of Tsushima represent the cultural treasures and historical remnants scattered across Tsushima Island. These collectibles tell the story of the island’s rich heritage while providing valuable rewards for exploration. The Ghost of Tsushima Interactive Map marks every artifact location, letting you track down these cultural pieces efficiently.
Each artifact type serves a different purpose, from cosmetic unlocks to lore entries that deepen your understanding of the world. Using the filtered map view removes all other markers, creating a clear path through Tsushima’s artifact locations without distractions.
What Artifact Are Used For
Artifact serve as both collectibles and reward systems that enhance your Ghost of Tsushima experience. They unlock cosmetic items, provide historical context, and contribute to completion percentages.
- Unlock vanity items including headbands, masks, and other cosmetic gear
- Provide lore entries that reveal Tsushima’s history and Mongol invasion details
- Grant experience points and minor gameplay bonuses
- Contribute to area completion and trophy requirements
- Offer unique collectibles exclusive to specific regions of the island
Artifact Types
Ghost of Tsushima features six distinct artifact categories, each with unique rewards and distribution patterns across the island.
Mongol Artifact
Mongol Artifact are items left behind by the invading forces, typically found in conquered settlements and military camps. These artifacts provide insight into Mongol culture and invasion tactics. They often appear near destroyed villages or abandoned Mongol positions throughout Tsushima.
Records
Records contain written accounts of Tsushima’s history, personal stories, and important events leading up to the Mongol invasion. These documents are scattered in homes, temples, and other significant locations. Reading Records adds entries to your collection menu and provides valuable context for the game’s narrative.
Records of Iki
Records of Iki are specific to the Iki Island expansion and detail the unique history of this smaller island. These documents focus on Iki’s distinct culture and its role during the Mongol invasion. They appear exclusively in the Iki Island region and require the expansion to access.
Sashimono Banner
Sashimono Banner are military standards that belonged to various samurai clans and units across Tsushima. These banners unlock headband cosmetics and represent the fallen warriors of the island. They’re typically found near battlefields, clan grounds, or areas of historical significance.
Singing Cricket
Singing Cricket are caged insects that were kept as pets and for their melodic sounds. Freeing these crickets grants minor rewards and contributes to your collection progress. They’re often hidden in residential areas, gardens, or peaceful locations away from combat zones.
Vanity Gear
Vanity Gear artifacts unlock purely cosmetic items including masks, hats, and other appearance modifiers. These items don’t affect gameplay but allow for character customization. They’re distributed across all regions and often require exploration of hidden or hard-to-reach areas.
How to Use the Map Efficiently
Planning an artifact collection route requires understanding regional distribution and fast-travel optimization to minimize backtracking across Tsushima’s three main areas.
- Clear one region completely before moving to the next to avoid excessive fast-traveling
- Check settlements and villages first, as they contain multiple artifact types in concentrated areas
- Use Traveler’s Attire to reveal nearby collectibles when exploring artifact-dense locations
- Prioritize areas with multiple marker types nearby to collect several artifacts per visit
- Save Iki Island Records until you have access to the expansion content
- Combine artifact hunting with other objectives like shrines or hot springs for efficient exploration
Artifact Locations Table
Each artifact type offers different rewards and appears in specific location patterns across Tsushima.
| Type | What You Get | Notable Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Mongol Artifact | Lore entries, experience | Found near Mongol camps and conquered areas |
| Records | Historical documents, narrative context | Located in homes, temples, and villages |
| Records of Iki | Iki Island history, expansion lore | Exclusive to Iki Island expansion area |
| Sashimono Banner | Headband cosmetics, clan history | Near battlefields and samurai locations |
| Singing Cricket | Collection progress, minor rewards | Hidden in gardens and residential areas |
| Vanity Gear | Masks, hats, cosmetic items | Scattered in hidden or elevated locations |
Tips for Artifact Hunting
- Explore every building interior in settlements, as many artifacts are hidden inside homes and shops
- Check elevated positions and rooftops where Vanity Gear artifacts are commonly placed
- Use your horse to cover ground quickly between distant artifact locations
- Look for environmental clues like destroyed buildings or memorial sites that often contain artifacts
- Save Records of Iki for last if you don’t own the expansion to avoid incomplete collection progress
- Combine artifact collection with photo mode opportunities, as many locations offer scenic views
FAQs
How many artifacts are in Ghost of Tsushima?
Ghost of Tsushima contains over 100 artifacts across all categories, with additional Records of Iki available in the expansion content.
Do artifacts respawn if missed?
No, artifacts are permanent collectibles that remain in their locations until collected. You can return to any area to pick up missed artifacts at any time.
Are artifacts required for trophies?
Some artifacts contribute to completion trophies and specific collection achievements, but not all artifact types are required for platinum trophy completion.
Can I track artifact collection progress?
Yes, the collection menu shows your progress for each artifact category, and the map displays collected items with different visual markers than uncollected ones.
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