The Wolf is an early companion in Ghost of Yotei, and someone Atsu met on her first night in Ezo. The two continue to run into each other throughout the journey, but the bond goes deeper than mere survival and desire for fish. The Wolf can become a protector and a useful fighter for Atsu to wield in combat, but summoning the Wolf isn’t as simple as swinging your sword or whistling for your horse. Below, you can find out how to summon the Wolf in Ghost of Yotei, and how to upgrade her.
How to Summon the Wolf in Ghost of Yotei
To start, head to the Settings and select Gameplay. Ensure that “Wolf Appearances” is set to On; otherwise, the Wolf will not appear. At the start of Ghost of Yotei, the Wolf will only appear at random, and has a small chance to appear when Atsu is downed in combat to rescue her from death, like a free revive. While spawning the Wolf is completely random, there is a way to get teh Wolf in Ghost of Yotei easier. Players will need to learn the Song of the Wolf for their Shamisen, as playing Song of the Wolf before a combat encounter will summon the Wolf as a companion. Players can learn the song after completing 4 Wolf Dens, and then play the song by swiping Left on the Touch Pad. Completing Wolf Dens will further tighten the bond between Atsu and the Wolf, and after 5 Wolf Dens, you can name her.
How to Upgrade the Wolf in Ghost of Yotei
All Wolf Upgrades in Ghost of Yotei
The Wolf has her own set of skills that can be upgraded, but to do so, players will need to find Wolf Dens. Wolf Dens can be found just by exploring and following the golden birds that appear, or through the purchase of maps from the Cartographer found in villages and inns. There are 10 Wolf Dens in total across Ezo. Completing a Wolf Den will grant a skill point to be used exclusively on the Wolf, and here’s what each of them does:
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Skill |
Description |
Combat/Summon |
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Wolf Strike |
When the wolf is nearby, she will perform a follow-up attack on enemies struck by thrown weapons or Sake jars. |
Combat |
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Wolf’s Vengeance |
After appearing, the wolf will stay and fight your opponents. |
Combat |
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Wolf Assassination |
If you Assassinate or Critical Strike an enemy when the wolf is nearby, she will Assassinate 1 additional foe. |
Combat |
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Wolf’s Ferocity |
The wolf inflicts massively increased Stagger damage. |
Combat |
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Wolf’s Might |
Wolf abilities immediately kill Brutes and Leaders. |
Combat |
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Wolf’s Wrath |
Wolf kills earn Spirit and have a chance to Terrify enemies. |
Combat |
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Wolf Rescue |
When you are downed in combat, the wolf will occasionally appear and attempt to rescue you from death. |
Summon |
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Wolf Howl |
When using Onryo’s Howl, the wolf may join you and attack another enemy. |
Summon |
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Wolf Strike Summon |
Striking enemies with a thrown weapon or Sake jar has a chance of summoning the wolf for a follow-up attack. |
Summon |
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Wolf Standoff |
When you engage in a Standoff, the wolf may join you and face off against another enemy. |
Summon |
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Primal Bond |
The wolf will respond to Song of the Wolf more often and be available in more locations. |
Summon |