While traversing the icy terrains of Ghost of Yotei, rumors may reach you about a ruthless trainer of feral hounds used to track humans. This notorious figure known as Houndmaster Toyotaro poses a formidable challenge within the Teshio Ridge territory.

Our guide details essential strategies for confronting this dangerous adversary in Ghost of Yotei’s early bounty mission.

Initiating the Toyotaro Hunt

Accessible during Chapter 1, this pursuit requires no prerequisite missions. Journey to the Crimson Crane Tavern in Teshio Ridge, a hub for supplementary contracts. Nearby notice boards display wanted posters – identify Toyotaro’s sketch to activate the quest.

Without precise map markers, success depends on environmental clues across snowy plains near the inn, Disputed Fields, and frozen waterways. Blood trails and paw prints become critical navigation aids.

Hunt Execution Strategy

From the tavern, venture northwest through mountain passes until reaching the glacial Teshio River. Follow its western flow to locate Disputed Fields, then scan southern routes for scavenging canines. Tracking these leads to Toyotaro’s encampment marked by scattered bone fragments and makeshift cages.

Engagement occurs in sequential combat stages requiring tactical awareness. Maintain mobility during the initial hound assault – swift strikes or projectile weapons neutralize threats efficiently. This phase builds spiritual energy for activating healing abilities before the main confrontation.

Companion Animal Neutralization

Toyotaro’s pack employs coordinated flanking maneuvers. Prioritize eliminating individual attackers through environmental advantage – elevated terrain limits their mobility. Conserve stamina reserves for the impending duel.

Final Confrontation

The houndmaster wields a curved blade with precision, favoring rapid combo strikes. Observe attack indicators carefully – deflect blue-glowing assaults while evading crimson-flashing unblockable moves. Strategic use of consumables creates vulnerability windows for counterattacks.

Victory silences the windswept battleground, signaling successful elimination.

Mission Compensation

Successful completion yields 750 Silver Pieces and Toyotaro’s Fang, a cosmetic enhancement for bladed weapons at any blacksmith. Finalize the contract by returning to the bounty agent near the tavern notice board.

This achievement advances regional completion metrics toward unlocking the Alpha Predator achievement, with Teshio Ridge containing five such challenges.