What to know

  • Lord Saito Missives are special collectibles rewarded for liberating key Occupied Locations across Ezo.
  • Each missive offers lore insight and can only be obtained from specific reward caches after defeating enemies in those areas.
  • Missives are listed in a set order in the game's inventory, helping track which ones remain uncollected.
  • Collecting all missives deepens story context and leads to bonus rewards at the end of the questline.

After diving into Ghost of Yotei's world, Lord Saito Missives add layers of lore and reward for those exploring every corner. These collectibles—akin to Records in Ghost of Tsushima—are found only after freeing major encampments, making them both a badge of progress and a story enhancer.

Saito's Missives in Ghost of Yotei: Quick overview

Missive Name Region How to Obtain Rewards
From Lord Saito Ishikari Plain Reward cache after liberation +50 Coins, minor charm
Saito on Defeat Ishikari Plain Southern entrance cache post-battle +75 Coins, charm fragment
Saito on Loss Ishikari Plain Cache beside Altar of Reflection +50 Coins, lore entry unlocked
Higashi Lumberyard Memo Ishikari Plain Cache near Altar of Reflection +25 Coins, crafting materials
Saito on the Yotei Six Yotei Grasslands Middle camp cache by grass ledges +100 Coins, rare charm
Saito on the Shogun Yotei Highlands Cache near main entrance +75 Coins, new lore journal page
Saito on Being Hunted Tokachi Range Cache at burned tents, southern entrance +100 Coins, unique charm

How Lord Saito Missives work

Lord Saito Missives unlock by liberating specific Occupied Locations marked on the region map in Ghost of Yotei. Each missive is a physical letter or document left in a reward cache you can collect after defeating all enemies in a camp or garrison. Not every location yields a missive—only those named above are guaranteed sources.

All Saito's Missives in Ghost of Yotei locations

Discover every Lord Saito Missive collectible in Ghost of Yotei and how to find them, plus tips for getting them:

#1 - From Lord Saito

This missive serves as an introduction, showing Lord Saito’s commanding presence and authority over the Yotei Six. It frames the overall conflict.

  • Location: Bold Kaji Forge in Nakagoya Spring, Ishikari Plain.
  • How to get: Liberate the Bold Kaji Forge by defeating enemies in this occupied location. The missive lies atop brown boxes on a ledge to the left of the large central forge.
  • Reward: Sets context for the rebellion against Saito’s rule and establishes the stakes.

#2 - Saito on Defeat

 In this letter, Lord Saito reflects on his defeats and setbacks, revealing cracks in his otherwise ruthless exterior.

  • Location: Broken Horn Garrison, Howling Cove, Ishikari Plain.
  • How to get: After liberating the garrison, find the reward cache near the southern fort entrance. The missive is located within it.
  • Reward: Adds depth to Saito’s character by showing vulnerability that contrasts his feared reputation.

#3 - Saito on Loss

This missive expresses Saito’s personal losses and the emotional toll of his campaign.

  • Location: Masked Man’s Quarry, Nakagoya Spring, Ishikari Plain.
  • How to get: Liberate the quarry, then head to the Altar of Reflection. The cache with the missive lies next to a large stone block.
  • Reward: Humanizes Saito and hints at motivations beyond mere conquest.

#4 - Higashi Lumberyard Memo/ Saito on Grief

This memo provides insight into the operational logistics of Saito’s forces.

  • Location: Higashi Lumberyard in Urara Forest, Ishikari Plain.
  • How to get: After liberating the lumberyard, check the cache near the Altar of Reflection.
  • Reward: Shows the scope and organization behind Saito’s military efforts.

#5 - Saito on the Yotei Six

Discusses the notorious Yotei Six’s roles and loyalty to Lord Saito.

  • Location: Saito Recruitment Camp, near Nupur River in the Yotei Grasslands.
  • How to get: Liberate the camp; find the cache in its middle area, near tall grass ledges.
  • Reward: Provides background on key antagonists aiding Saito, enriching the player’s understanding.

#6 - Saito on the Shogun

Covers Saito's complex ties to the Shogunate and his ambitions.

  • Location: Saito Compound at Shirahige Falls, Yotei Highlands.
  • How to get: Liberate the compound and locate the cache at the main entrance.
  • Reward: Explores political intrigue that drives much of the game’s larger conflict.

#7 -Saito on Being Hunted

Reveals Saito’s perspective on being hunted and the pressure mounting on him.

  • Location: Huranui Mill at Huranui Cliffs, northern Tokachi Range.
  • How to get: After liberating the mill, find the cache near burned tents at the southern settlement entrance.
  • Reward: Offers a rare glimpse at Saito’s vulnerabilities before the final confrontation.

All missive rewards and game impact

Collecting Lord Saito Missives not only completes key progression for lore enthusiasts. Each missive offers deeper context on Lord Saito’s motives, the fate of his daughter, and his connection to the Yotei Six, tying into the late-game revelations and rewards, including special armor upgrades if the full questline is completed.

Their locations encourage exploration and mastery of liberated areas, rewarding players both narratively and with in-game loot. Enjoy piecing together the shadowy history of Lord Saito and his Yotei Six on your quest!