Ghost of Yotei: Pride Before Tea Walkthrough

Pride Before Tea becomes accessible upon reaching Oshima Coast during Chapter 2: The Onryo. This early side mission requires completing The Saito Brothers first, which unlocks Benten Port. Look for Ginji, an armor merchant stationed near the forge at this coastal settlement. He’ll initially display his wares when first approached—return for a second conversation to trigger the questline.

Pride Before Tea Mission Rewards

Ginji awaits at the Oyobe River crossing point. (Image via Sony Interactive Entertainment)

Successfully concluding this mission grants the distinctive Ginji’s Guard Armor, offering enhanced defense against firearms. Key features include:

Reduces projectile damage by approximately 50%
Enables bullet deflection via timed blocking
Minor improvement to rifle reload speeds

The armor supports multiple upgrades:

Level 4: Maximum projectile resistance (2,000 Coin, 20 Textiles, 10 Rare Metals)
Level 3: Generates Spirit energy on successful deflections (1,100 Coin, 10 Textiles, 20 Gun Parts)
Level 2: Enhanced reload efficiency (650 Coin)

Cosmetic pieces like the helmet and mask complete the set without altering gameplay stats.

Completing the Pride Before Tea Quest

Tea House Infiltration

Ginji’s strategy involves accessing Joyo Tea House under false pretenses while concealed allies provide support. The initial rendezvous occurs at a riverside bridge east of Matsumae Residences, where tactical preparations begin.

Enemy Engagements

Two combat approaches exist for exterior guards: stealth eliminations via foliage or direct confrontations. Concentrated enemies favor defensive parries and area-denial tools like smoke bombs.

Attic Rescue Operation

Confined tea house interiors demand heightened awareness. Ascending to the attic reveals Ginji captive under light security. Neutralize the guard and secure the innovative armor prototype from a storage container.

Ballistic Defense Trials

Emerging triggers a live test against Dragon marksmen. Successful parries ricochet bullets toward attackers, emphasizing timing and positioning. Mastering this mechanic proves invaluable for later firearm-heavy encounters.