Usugumo Dayu Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin

ruekuma |  Published: April 15, 2024
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Establish a bond with Usugumo Dayu in Rise of the Ronin and unlock a wealth of benefits and insights with this guide.

As a skilled courtesan within the Miyozaki Pleasure District, Usugumo’s deep love for felines and insightful nature make her a worthy character to invest time in. This guide breaks down how to build a bond with Usugumo Dayu in Rise of the Ronin.

Usugumo Dayu Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin

Usugumo Dayu
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Usugumo is known for her affection for cats, earning her the title of the “resident cat lady” within the Miyozaki Pleasure District. You will have the opportunity to start building a bond with Usugumo Dayu early in the main story of Rise of the Ronin.

After arriving in Yokohama and completing the A Pleasure District Portrait quest for Taka Murayama, you will find Usugumo just past the entrance of the Miyozaki Pleasure District, standing near an indoor bridge.

From this initial encounter, you can begin the process of gaining Usugumo’s favor. One of the key ways to do this is by gifting her items that she particularly enjoys.

Usugumo Dayu Character Information

Usugumo Dayu in Rise of the Ronin
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  • Locations Found: Miyozaki Pleasure District (Yokohama), Yoshiwara Pleasure District (Edo)
  • Favorite Gifts: Japanese Poetry Anthology, Face Powder and Brush
  • Combat Style: Non-combatant ally
  • Bond Missions: N/A

Unlike many other non-combatant allies in Rise of the Ronin, Usugumo is directly tied to one of the game’s unique collectible features – the ability to find and deliver wayward cats.

Cat Concierge
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By establishing a friendship with Usugumo, you can gain access to the Cat Concierge system, which allows you to lend out the cats you’ve collected in exchange for rewards.

Usugumo Dayu Bond Bonus Rewards

As you deepen your bond with Usugumo Dayu, you’ll unlock a range of benefits and rewards. These include:

Bond LevelBond Bonuses
AcquaintedNo Bonus
FriendlyCat Concierge Client +1
Charm Point +1
InseparableCat Concierge Client +1
Dayu’s Kimono (armor)
FatedCat Concierge Client +2
Charm Point +1
Usugumo Dayu Bond Bonus Rewards

Increasing Bond Level with Usugumo Dayu

Usugumo Dayu Bond Guide in Rise of the Ronin
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To deepen your bond with Usugumo Dayu, focus on the following strategies:

  • Gift Giving: Offer Usugumo her favorite items, such as the Japanese Poetry Anthology and Face Powder and Brush, to steadily increase your bond level.
  • Cat Collecting: Locate and deliver the missing cats that belong to Usugumo, as each cat you find will strengthen your bond with her.
  • Conversation: Engage Usugumo in dialogue, as this will allow you to learn more about her past and unlock additional bond-building opportunities.

Usugumo Dayu’s Romance Potential

Usugumo Dayu Veiled Vow
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In addition to the non-combat bond that you can establish with Usugumo Dayu, she is also one of the romanceable characters in Rise of the Ronin.

By raising her “Favor” stat through specific interactions, players can eventually initiate a Veiled Vow, which is an intimate romantic commitment that deepens the bond between the protagonist and Usugumo.

This romantic path offers unique insights and cutscenes that further explore Usugumo’s character and her relationship with you.

However, it’s important to note that Usugumo cannot participate in combat, so players must carefully consider how they wish to invest their time and resources in her.

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