What the Odachi is for

The Odachi is a heavy, two‑handed katana built to put big targets on the ground fast. It excels at staggering large enemies and brutes, trading swing speed for reach and impact. The moveset is centered on deliberate, powerful cuts that end encounters in a few strikes rather than extended combos. A charged guard action can absorb pressure and shove foes back to create a punish window.

How to get the Odachi

You don’t pick the Odachi up from a merchant—it's tied to a main quest line and training under a specific master. The path runs through Tokachi Range and hinges on your progress in the Saito Brothers arc.

Step Where What to do Outcome
1. Begin Saito Brothers Main story Advance the “The Saito Brothers” tale to open up weapon paths. Prerequisites for advanced weapon quests are set.
2. Way of the Odachi Tokachi Range Complete the main mission “Way of the Odachi.” You’ll be guided into Odachi use and evaluation. You obtain the Odachi.
3. Train with Master Yoshida Master Yoshida’s dojo Finish the training and trials assigned by Master Yoshida to formalize your proficiency. Odachi is fully available for combat loadouts.
Tip: The region’s Odachi path is framed as instruction under a sensei. Expect a short sequence of drills and live combat tasks before the weapon becomes part of your kit.

What unlocks after you get it (sensei questline)

Obtaining the blade triggers a short chain of sensei tales around Master Yoshida. These missions expand your practical use of the Odachi and award a signature technique.

Quest Type When it unlocks Key objectives Reward/Outcome
The Path of the Odachi Sensei tale Automatically after you obtain the Odachi during The Saito Brothers Follow Master Yoshida; liberate Marshland Homestead; liberate Huranui Mill; complete the Junpei the Snatcher bounty; report back Progression toward Yoshida’s advanced lesson
The Odachi’s Redemption Sensei tale After finishing The Path of the Odachi Read Odachi technique scrolls; practice the Spirit Technique (Triangle + Circle); respond to hostile activity; defeat Saito’s soldiers Odachi Spirit Attack unlocked; Way of the Odachi trophy credit
Note: Master Yoshida’s dojo sits in the Tokachi Range (Horosaru Falls). These tales are short, but they’re the intended route to the weapon’s signature spirit technique.

Using the Odachi effectively

The Odachi rewards patience and positioning. It’s not a generalist blade—you pick it to break heavy targets and control space.

  • Target selection: Prioritize brutes and other large enemies. The Odachi’s hit reactions push these foes toward stagger quickly.
  • Guard and shove: The defensive charge opens space and interrupts pressure. Use it to create a guaranteed follow‑up heavy strike.
  • Spirit Technique: Once unlocked, the Odachi Spirit Attack gives you a deliberate burst option on demand. Practice timing during the dojo exercise so it’s ready in crowded fights.

If you’re coming from lighter katanas, expect a slower rhythm. Commit to single, well‑timed heavies over strings, and let the weapon’s innate stagger carry the exchange.

Quest beats at a glance

If you’re simply trying to check boxes, this is the shortest route:

  • Advance “The Saito Brothers” until Tokachi Range opens its weapon path.
  • Finish “Way of the Odachi” in Tokachi Range to receive the weapon.
  • Complete “The Path of the Odachi” sensei tale (liberations + one bounty).
  • Complete “The Odachi’s Redemption” to unlock the Spirit Technique and earn the associated trophy.

The Odachi won’t fit every encounter, but when the fight features armored heavies or a boss that shrugs off light pressure, it’s the most direct way to break posture and cash out big damage. If you prefer a measured, high‑impact style, it earns a permanent slot in your rotation.