Igashichi Iizuka Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin

ruekuma |  Published: April 14, 2024
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Make a bond with the fascinating ally, Igashichi Iizuka in Rise of the Ronin with this guide and unlock the benefits that come with it.

Establishing a bond with Igashichi can grant you access to powerful new gadgets and tools to aid you on your journey. This guide walks you through how to build a strong bond with Igashichi Iizuka in Rise of the Ronin.

Igashichi Iizuka Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin

Igashichi Iizuka in Rise of the Ronin
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After crossing the Bridge to Yokohama, the character Taka Murayama will task you with obtaining a camera in the Follow Your Blade Twin quest.

This leads you to meet Igashichi at the Photographic Studio. You’ll earn his bond of friendship after you help him retrieve his camera from bandits during the Locating the Camera mission.

Igashichi Iizuka Character Information

Igashichi Iizuka Character Information
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  • Location: Photographic Studio
  • Favorite Gifts: Frankenstein (Private Pressing), Azuki Bean Confection, Knot of Destiny, Steam Engine Schematic, Natural History Illustration, Telescope, Blowfish Fillet
  • Combat Style: Non-combatant ally

While Igashichi is a non-combatant company, he is a valuable ally to befriend. In the workshop which he operates himself, he offers opportunities to unlock and upgrade gadgets and technologies through the completion of his Bond Missions.

Igashichi Iizuka Bond Missions

Igashichi Iizuka Bond Missions
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You can first earn his bond of friendship after completing the Locating the Camera mission.

Igashichi has several Bond Missions early in the game, such as those listed below. Completing these missions will strengthen your bond with him and reward you with various items and resources.

Bond MissionMission LevelHow to Unlock
A Lucky Find Put To UseLevel 6Give Iizuka one Foreign Book in the studio
Chopped LiverLevel 12Complete Cultural Exchange Quest
A New Lease on LifeLevel 13Complete the Chopped Liver bond mission
(Req: Bond level of 3 with Iizuka)
Igashichi Iizuka Bond Missions

Bond Bonus Rewards

Bonding with Igashichi Iizuka unlocks the following benefits:

Bond LevelBonus
AcquaintedNo Bonuses
FriendlyTechnology Development Level 2 Unlocked
American Revolver Mk. III
Intellect Point +1
InseparableTechnology Development Level 3 Unlocked
Lion’s Rifle
FatedIntellect Point +1
Igashichi Iizuka Bond Bonus Rewards

How to Increase Bond Level with Igashichi Iizuka

Igashichi Iizuka Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin
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There are a few key ways to raise your bond level with Igashichi:

  • Gift-Giving: Provide him with his favorite items like Frankenstein (Private Pressing), Azuki Bean Confection, and other technology-themed gifts.
  • Investing in His Inventions: Support Igashichi’s technological pursuits by providing him with foreign books and funds to develop new gadgets.
  • Completing Bond Missions: Finish his dedicated Bond Missions to strengthen your friendship and unlock rewards.

Igashichi Iizuka’s Romance Potential

While Igashichi Iizuka is a valuable ally, the game does not currently feature any romantic options or storylines involving the eccentric inventor.

Players can focus on building a strong bond of friendship and cooperation with Igashichi through the methods outlined above.

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