Not every character inRise of the Roninis out to get you, and as a roaming warrior, you get to decide who you become friends with. Giving gifts is one thing players can do to get on someone’s good side, but there’s much more to it than just building relationships.

By building bonds with NPCs inRise of the Ronin, players will be able to unlock some unique things like weapons, armor,and even combat stances, and as you deepen your bonds with them, the more stuff you’ll get. If you want to get close to someone as quickly as possible, here’s what gifts you should give them.

Max Bond level with Yasusuke Sawamura in Rise of the Ronin

Best Gifts to Give in Rise of the Ronin

you may’t just give gifts to the characters you meet inRise of the Ronin’sstoryand expect them to like it. Every NPC has their preferences, and if you want to quickly increase your bond with them, you’ll want to find and give them the right items. Here are all the best gifts to give to each of the named NPCs in the game.

All NPCs and Gifts for Rise of the Ronin

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You’ll know if an NPC likes an item if there’s a heart icon on an item on the gifts screen. TheKnot of Destiny consumable itemserves as a gift that’s universally liked by all characters. You can give it to anyone and they’d still appreciate it!

To find an NPC’s location, view their page in the Bond Menu and look for the Relevant Information section. If the NPC you selected is available in your current chapter, their location will be displayed there. If not,you’ll need to change regions.

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Where to Get Gifts in Rise of the Ronin

You can get gifts in a variety of ways. Most traders have gifts to sell, but since they can run out of stock, your next best bet is tofind wandering traders. You’ll occasionally run into one while traveling along roads, and you might find some peddling their wares in towns, villages, and even crossroads.

Additionally, you may run into someblack market merchantswhen you restore Public Order to a zone or when you step out of your Longhouse. They’ll also sell gifts from time to time.

Lastly,make sure to send Pilgrim Dogs on trips to shrines. The more money you give, the better the returns you’ll receive, and they may evengive you Silver Coins too. you may also check in with the Cat Concierge to get some passive rewards from the cats you find in the world.