The Lost Scouts Ghost of Yotei: Step-by-Step Guide

What to know

• Unlocks after liberating Masked Man’s Quarry (Yotei Six Camp) in Ishikari Plain.
• Involves investigating four missing Matsumae scouts.
• Key locations: Masked Man’s Quarry → Matsumae Encampment → Matsumae Outpost.
• Reward: 450 Mon after completion.

The Lost Scouts tale in Ghost of Yotei unfolds as a quiet but gripping side story about loyalty, mercy, and the burdens of war. Set against the icy expanse of Hokkaido’s Ishikari Plain, this quest tasks you with helping a Matsumae commander locate four missing scouts who never returned from patrol. As you follow their trail through desolate outposts and blood-soaked fields, you uncover the price of duty and compassion through a single fateful decision.

The Lost Scouts: Quick overview

How to start The Lost Scouts side quest

The Lost Scouts quest is found in the Ishikari Plain region of Ghost of Yotei. It begins at the Matsumae Encampment, located north of Masked Man’s Quarry, where you’ll speak with a samurai commander to start the mission. From there, head west to the Matsumae Outpost and investigate the scene for footprints and signs of struggle.

How to complete Lost Scouts

Following are the steps to complete the lost scouts :

Step 1 — Speak with the commander at Matsumae Encampment

Go to the Matsumae Encampment (north of Masked Man’s Quarry) and talk to the Matsumae commander to pick up the side tale.

Step 2 — Travel to the Matsumae Outpost

Follow the quest marker southeast from the encampment to the small watchtower/outpost where the scouts were last seen.

Step 3 — Inspect the outpost for clues

Search the outpost area for signs of an attack—broken carts, bodies, and a single trail of footprints leading away from the site. Interact with any bloodstain/footprint prompts.

Step 4 — Follow the footprints down the slope

Track the footprints and blood trail downhill until you reach a cliffside spot with a noticeable bloodstain or vantage point.

Step 5 — Use your spyglass to spot the surviving scout

From the cliff ledge, equip the spyglass and aim at the fight in the valley — you should see a scout under attack by Oni Raiders behind rocks.

Step 6 — Descend carefully to the ambush site

Drop/slide down the slope or climb down to the valley floor where the Oni Raiders are attacking the scout. Watch your footing—there’s a short climb/slide to reach them.

Step 7 — Defeat the Oni Raiders and assist the scout

Engage the group and kill the Oni Raiders. The surviving scout will help in the fight; prioritize ranged flamers if present and dodge heavy attacks.

Step 8 — Talk to the scout, then return to the commander

After the battle, speak with the rescued scout (short dialogue choices appear), then fast travel or ride back to the Matsumae Encampment and report to the commander to complete the quest. Reward given on completion.

The Lost Scout rewards

Completing The Lost Scouts not only brings closure to the fates of the missing warriors but also deepens the theme of loyalty that threads through the Teshio Ridge storyline. The quest’s quiet, melancholic tone contrasts sharply with the battles surrounding it — reminding players that courage in Ghost of Yotei isn’t always found on the front lines.

After you report your findings and claim your reward (typically 450 Mon and narrative progression credit), the scout remnants’ camp becomes a minor landmark you can revisit later, occasionally offering ambient dialogue or lore notes tied to the Kitsune patrols.

This short but impactful side tale shows how even small choices—between mercy and command—shape Atsu’s journey in Ghost of Yotei. If you’re chasing 100% completion or moral outcomes, consider replaying to explore both paths.