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Way of the Samurai 3 FAQ (version 0.45)


DISCLAIMER:
This FAQ is meant for personal use only. You may host this FAQ on your own 
website if you so wish, don't bother asking me for permission--in fact, I'd 
rather you didn't.

The latest copy of this FAQ will always be available at 
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(c) Copyright 2009 by J.F. Fox

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*Note: use the search function (ctrl+f) to jump to the desired section.

Introduction................................................[WotS3-01]
    \---Game Information....................................[WotS3-01A]
     \---Contact Information................................[WotS3-01B]
Walkthrough.................................................[WotS3-02]
    \---Ending 01...........................................[WotS3-02A]
     \---Ending 02 (includes mild spoilers).................[WotS3-02B]
      \---Ending 03.........................................[WotS3-02C]
       \---Ending 04........................................[WotS3-02D]
        \---Ending 05.......................................[WotS3-02E]
         \---Ending 06......................................[WotS3-02F]
          \---Ending 07.....................................[WotS3-02G]
           \---Ending 08....................................[WotS3-02H]
            \---Ending 09...................................[WotS3-02I]
             \---Ending 10..................................[WotS3-02J]
              \---Ending 11.................................[WotS3-02K]
               \---Ending 12................................[WotS3-02L]
                \---Ending 13...............................[WotS3-02M]
                 \---Ending 14..............................[WotS3-02N]
                  \---Ending 15.............................[WotS3-02O]
                   \---Ending 16............................[WotS3-02P]
                    \---Ending 17...........................[WotS3-02Q]
                     \---Ending 18..........................[WotS3-02R]
                      \---Ending 19.........................[WotS3-02S]
                       \---Ending 20........................[WotS3-02T]
                        \---Ending 21.......................[WotS3-02U]
                         \---Ending 22......................[WotS3-02V]
                          \---Ending 23.....................[WotS3-02W]
                           \---Ending 24....................[WotS3-02X]
                            \---Ending 25...................[WotS3-02Y]
                             \---Ending 26..................[WotS3-02Z]
                              \---Ending 27.................[WotS3-02AA]
                               \---Ending 28................[WotS3-02BB]
                                \---Ending 29...............[WotS3-02CC]
The Way of the Samurai......................................[WotS3-03]
    \---Combat..............................................[WotS3-03A]
     \---Stances............................................[WotS3-03B]
      \---Forging...........................................[WotS3-03C]
       \---Appraisal........................................[WotS3-03D]
        \---Rare Weapons....................................[WotS3-03E]
         \---Titles.........................................[WotS3-03F]
Partners....................................................[WotS3-04]
    \---Partner Locations...................................[WotS3-04A]
     \---Relationships......................................[WotS3-04B]
Mini-Games..................................................[WotS3-05]
Jobs........................................................[WotS3-06]
    \---Misae's Jobs........................................[WotS3-06A]
     \---Oryo's Jobs........................................[WotS3-06B]
      \---Joji's Jobs.......................................[WotS3-06C]
       \---Kiyonari's Jobs..................................[WotS3-06D]
Shops.......................................................[WotS3-07]
Items.......................................................[WotS3-08]
    \---Sword List..........................................[WotS3-08A]
     \---Spear List.........................................[WotS3-08B]
      \---Item List.........................................[WotS3-08C]
       \---Special Item List................................[WotS3-08D]
Cheats & Extras.............................................[WotS3-09]
Trophies....................................................[WotS3-10]
Frequently Asked Questions..................................[WotS3-11]
Update Log..................................................[WotS3-12]
Acknowledgments.............................................[WotS3-13]

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Welcome to my Way of the Samurai 3 FAQ. I know it isn't much to look at,
but I sincerely help it will be useful to you as you play this fantastic
game. It feels like this FAQ is pretty big already, but there's so much
stuff to do and see and find in Way of the Samurai 3, I fear it's going
to get much, much bigger.

I've tried my best to assemble of the pertinent information in a clear,
organized manner. If you have any trouble finding something, please
let me know. Again, I hope this FAQ is helpful to you and—much more than
that—I dearly hope you have as much fun with Way of the Samurai 3 as I do.

            \\\\\\   Game Information  | WotS3-02D   /////

Way of the Samurai 3 is an action-based Samurai simulator (that's right,
I'm calling this a sim) released on the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles
in Japan in 2008, and the following year—2009--in the United States.
There is currently no announcement regarding a possible European release.

            \\\\\\ Contact Information | WotS3-02D   /////

For any questions, comments, and concerns, you may contact me via my
email address (mwulf.0079@gmail.com) or attempt to reach me through
the Way of the Samurai 3 message board (either one) at GameFAQs.com.
In general, I reply to any emails I get within two days.

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Gamers new to the series might be a bit confused by a Way of the Samurai
game. The world is small, you can beat the game in a few hours and, let's
face it, it's not exactly the prettiest world out there. Way of the Samurai
games are unique in that they are able to actually do what western developers
have been bragging about doing (while not getting anywhere close) for years:
they present players with choices and consequences.

Way of the Samurai 3 allows you to live, for a brief while, as a masterless
samurai—a ronin—in the waning years of the Sengoku period—the era of warring
states, a period of intense civil warfare that lasted nearly a century. The
choices you make in the game effect not only yourself, but everyone you
encounter. As such, I think it is best for you, the player, to go into the
game not necessarily knowing what you're going to do. I think a guide is
ultimately detrimental to the experience, and I therefore STRONGLY 
recommend that you do NOT use the following ending guide.

The best way to enjoy the game is to simply keep a sheet of paper handy, and
each time you complete a game, write down the ending number you attained. 
Play your heart out and when, finally, you can't figure out how to find those
remaining endings—when it seems you've exhausted every choice presented—then,
and only then should you seek your answers here.


            \\\\\\   Ending 01         | WotS3-02A   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.
14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	first dialog option.
15. View the event (it's automatic) about the impending Oda invasion.
16. Go to Munechika's house in Takatane village and watch the scene.
17. Go to Castle Minori. Speak to Genjuro, and choose the third dialog
	option. Then go find Shinnosuke and speak with him. He should
	give you a small box.
18. Go back into the castle and choose the first dialog option to fight
	Yuma. Reverse your blade so you do not kill him. After you defeat
	Yuma (again, without killing him) watch the scene. Leave the
	Castle to watch the victory scene.
19. Return to Takatane Village. Go to Munechika's house. Run past
	Shinnosuke to watch the scene. Choose the first dialog
	option when you have the opportunity.
20. One more time, to Kuchihagahara! Watch the scene and choose the
	third dialog option. Keep watching, and you'll see two more
	dialog options. For both of those, choose the first choice.
21. It's now time for the final battle. Don't get yourself killed,
	and you'll be treated to the ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 02         | WotS3-02B   /////

NOTE: Because of the nature of this ending, large dialog trees have to be
written out for the walkthrough. What that means to you is that here you may
find mild spoilers for the story. Read at your own peril.

1. In the opening scene, when you meet with the two peasants, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika. Speak
	with him afterward and choose the third dialog option.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

To obtain the second ending, you'll have to build a relationship with Osei.
You must speak to her at every opportunity, and choose your words carefully.
Essentially, you need to be mature and respectful. The dialogs are in a
random order, so if you need help, I've provided FULL transcripts of all
the dialogs, including the proper responses you will need to choose in
order to progress the relationship. The “Samurai” is YOU. Remember, the 
different conversations will come in a RANDOM order.


Dialog #1
Osei:		“I like the people from this village. Everyone is warm and
		inviting. It's such a stark contrast to the samurai, who
		live to destroy and steal from the innocent. Samurai don't
		ever stop to think about how their actions effect those whom
		they victimize.”
Samurai:	>Whining won't solve anything.<
Osei:		“Then what do you suggest we do?”
Samurai:	>Deal with it.<
Osei:		“We are! What else can we do? We don't know how to fight, nor
		do we want to. We just want to live in peace....”
Samurai:	>Don't use weakness as an excuse!<
Osei:		“Hm... Maybe... You may be right. I have been using our
		weakness as an excuse to just complain. I may have been going
		about things in the wrong way. I'll start thinking about ways to
		improve our lives without using force.”

Dialog #2
Osei:		“I wish all samurai would disappear from the world... That would
		stop the fighting. If there weren't any samurai, the world would
		be a better place.”
Samurai:	>You're absolutely right.<
Osei:		“You're a samurai, and yet you think the samurai should disappear?
		If you really think so, why don't you get rid of your weapon and
		become a farmer?”
Samurai:	>Samurai are a necessary evil.<
Osei:		“Necessary evil? So you're saying that in a war-torn world, we
		need people who can fight? Perhaps you're right. I do live in
		reality too. Still... I want to live in a world without samurai.
		I've had it with wars.”
Samurai:	>I fight for that future.<
Osei:		“Are you serious? Incredible. I've never heard a samurai say such
		a thing. You're quite the unusual samurai....”

Dialog #3
Osei:		“The flames of war are spreading destruction across the land.
		There are so many people seeking refuge in our village. War
		victims aren't just the bodies left on the battlefield, but
		also the people caught in the middle. How many people must die?”
Samurai:	>Until there is peace.<
Osei:		“But, war brings hatred. And, hatred brings new hate... If you
		continue fighting, peace will never come... Don't you
		understand?”
Samurai:	>Peace will come once the country is united.<
Osei:		“Unification of the country... How long will that take? Until
		then, how many more lives must be lost? I want the suffering to
		end as soon as possible.”
Samurai:	>I'll save as many as I can.<
Osei:		“Are you serious? That's a first. You're probably just telling me
		what I want to hear, though. If you really mean what you just
		said, then I'll pray for you. Even if it ends up being just
		one person... please save them.”

Dialog #4
Osei:		“The sight of a sword in this village if frightening to many of
		the children here. Please do your best to keep such a scary
		weapon out of their sight.”
Samurai:	>I'll be careful.<
Osei:		“Thank you. There are children here whose parents were killed
		by samurai. So, please don't upset them.”
Samurai:	>Oh...<
Osei:		“Oh? You probably had something to do with it. And if not you,
		then someone you know. How many more tears must be shed?”
Samurai:	><






...unfinished. Please give me some more time to figure this one out.


            \\\\\\   Ending 03         | WotS3-02C   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before going to speak with Shinnosuke, you must kill Yuma.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke—you should not
	see any dialog options.
15. View the event (it's automatic) about the impending Oda invasion.
16. Go to Takatane Village—specifically, Munechika's house—to trigger the
	event. Watch the scene and choose the first dialog option. You
	will then see a scene at Kuchihagahara. Here, choose the third
	dialog option. You will nose wee the third ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 04         | WotS3-02D   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before going to step 14 (the final dialog with Shinnosuke) you will need
to kill Yuma, just like in the path for the third ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara and speak with Shinnosuke.
15. View the event (it's automatic) about the impending Oda invasion.
16. Go to Takatane Village, and visit Munechika's house to view the scene.
	Choose the second dialog option.
17. Go to Kuchihagahara sometime before nightfall. From here, you will be
	able to choose three “sub” endings. They're all numbered as ending
	four, but the details differ. If you want to try and help Osei, draw
	your blade and choose the first dialog option. When presented with
	a choice, you can then choose either the first dialog option for a
	certain revelation, or the second option to continue the battle.
	Whichever sub-ending you choose, you will then see the “fourth”
	ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 05         | WotS3-02E   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.
14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	first dialog option.
15. View the event (it's automatic) about the impending Oda invasion.
16. Go to Munechika's house in Takatane village and watch the scene.
17. Go to Castle Minori. Speak to Genjuro, and choose the third dialog
	option. Then go find Shinnosuke and speak with him. He should
	give you a small box.
18. Go back into the castle and choose the first dialog option to fight
	Yuma. Reverse your blade so you do not kill him. After you defeat
	Yuma (again, without killing him) watch the scene. Leave the
	Castle to watch the victory scene.
19. Head to Takatane Village and speak to Shinnosuke before entering
	Munechika's house. Choose the first dialog option. Go inside
	the house to watch a scene. Choose the first dialog option
	and then watch the rest of the scene.
20. Now go to Kuchihagahara. After fighting for a bit, seek out
	Shinnosuke, who is a bit tied up. Watch the scene, and then resume the
	battle. Once the fighting is over, head to Amana Castle and kill
	Fujimori Shuzen and his nasty little underling.


            \\\\\\   Ending 06         | WotS3-02F   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Visit Amana Castle to watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose the
	third dialog option and watch the remainder of the scene.
14. Again, head off to Kuchihagahara. This time, draw your sword to help
	out Shinnosuke. Choose the first dialog option you see, and then
	fight. After a bit of combat, you'll see another short scene.
	This time choose the second dialog option and you will obtain 
	the sixth ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 07         | WotS3-02G   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.
14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	first dialog option.
15. Find and kill Osei. You'll find her, as usual, in Takatane Village in
	the daytime.
16. View the Nobunaga event.
17. Return to Takatane Village and view the scene with Shinnosuke in front
	of Munechika's house. You will now see the seventh ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 08         | WotS3-02H   /////

1. In the opening scene, when you are approached by the two peasants,
	choose the first dialog option. (“I've been better.”)
2. When waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika
	in its entirety. (Leave the house and when the scene starts,
	don't draw your blade or prostrate yourself.
3. View the scene with Kota in the rice field (in Takatane Village).
	When prompted, choose the first dialog option. (“Calm Down.”)
4. Go to Amana Castle and request employment. Participate in the
	the tournament and win (obviously).
5. Go to Castle Minori (the Ouka castle). Speak to the guard at the
	gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be
	standing at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak
	to the fat one.
6. Go to Castle Minori and watch the scene with Yuma. Choose the
	second dialog option.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
After this point, you cannot return to Castle Minori without triggering
an automatic event—so do NOT go back until told to do so, or you will
fail to obtain the ending.
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

7. Visit Kuchihagahara at night and find Shinnosuke. You'll find him
	at the small shrine on the cliff overlooking the battlefield,
	along the path toward Minori Castle. Watch the scene.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke and
	Yuma. After the scene, leave the area without speaking to him.
9. Once more, to Kuchihagahara. Now watch a scene between Shinnosuke
	and Osei. Once the scene is done, leave the area.
10. Again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	second dialog option.
11. Go to The Road. Go up to the temple and view the scene with the
	strange man wearing green.
12. Go to Takatane Village and speak to Kota. Choose the third speech
	option to view the scene.
13. Now, head to Amana Castle. Watch the scene with Shinnosuke. Choose
	the second dialog option.
14. Once again, go to Kuchihagahara. Speak to Shinnosuke and choose the
	first dialog option.
15. View the event (it's automatic) about the impending Oda invasion.
16. Go to Munechika's house in Takatane village and watch the scene.
17. Go to Castle Minori. Speak to Genjuro, and choose the third dialog
	option. Then go find Shinnosuke and speak with him. He should
	give you a small box.
18. Go back into the castle and choose the first dialog option to fight
	Yuma. Reverse your blade so you do not kill him. After you defeat
	Yuma (again, without killing him) watch the scene. Leave the
	Castle to watch the victory scene.
19. Head out to Takatane Village and speak with Shinnosuke. Choose the
	first dialog option. Watch the short scene, and then choose the second
	dialog option. You'll then see yet another scene. When it finished,
	you'll get one last prompt: choose the first option. You will now
	fight. When the battle ends, you will see the ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 09         | WotS3-02I   /////

1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. You will
	then be presented with a series of dialog options. For the first one,
	answer with the second choice—for all of the others, choose the first
	dialog options.
11. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third dialog option.
12. Head back to Amana Castle and speak with Araragi. There will not be any
	dialog option.
13. Return to Amana Castle and speak with Fujimori Shuzen to trigger a scene.
14. Go to Kuchihagahara and view the scene with Shinnosuke.
15. View the (automatic) event regarding Oda Nobunaga.
16. Speak with Kirie at Amana Castle and choose the first option.
17. Now, off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene and then fight the enemy soldiers
	who have flags in order to open the gate. Fight your way up to kill
	Genjuro.
18. Back to Amana Castle. Kill Shinnosuke, Yuma and Itsuse. Speak with
	Fujimori's Shuzen and choose the second dialog option. Then murder Shuzen
	to obtain the ninth ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 10         | WotS3-02J   /////

1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. You will
	then be presented with a series of dialog options. For the first one,
	answer with the second choice—for all of the others, choose the first
	dialog options.
11. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third dialog option.
12. Head back to Amana Castle and speak with Araragi. There will not be any
	dialog option.
13. Go to Amana Castle and speak with Fujimori Shuzen. Draw your sword in the
	middle of the conversation and kill him to earn the tenth ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 11         | WotS3-02K   /////

...coming soon.
1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. During the
	scene with Shuzen, draw your sword. Speak with him and choose the second
	dialog option. Then, simply kill Shuzen to obtain the eleventh ending.

            \\\\\\   Ending 12         | WotS3-02L   /////

1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. You will
	then be presented with a series of dialog options. For the first one,
	answer with the second choice—for all of the others, choose the first
	dialog options.
11. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third dialog option.
12. Head back to Amana Castle and speak with Araragi. There will not be any
	dialog option.
13. Return to Amana Castle and speak with Fujimori Shuzen to trigger a scene.
14. Go to Kuchihagahara and view the scene with Shinnosuke.
15. View the (automatic) event regarding Oda Nobunaga.
16. Speak with Kirie at Amana Castle and choose the first option.
17. Now, off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene and then fight the enemy soldiers
	who have flags in order to open the gate. Fight your way up to kill
	Genjuro.
18. Go to Amana Castle. Fight your way up, killing Shinnosuke, Yuma and
	Itsuse. Speak with Fujimori Shuzen and choose the first dialog option
	to obtain the ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 13         | WotS3-02M   /////

1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. You will
	then be presented with a series of dialog options. For the first one,
	answer with the second choice—for all of the others, choose the first
	dialog options.
11. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third dialog option.
12. Head back to Amana Castle and speak with Araragi. There will not be any
	dialog option.
13. Go to Amana Castle and view the event with Shinnosuke and Kirie. Choose
	the first dialog option.
14. Watch the scene at Takatane Village.
15. Go to Kuchihagahara and draw your sword to help Osei. Choose the first
	dialog option, and then fight for a bit. Then, choose the first dialog
	option you see to view the ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 14         | WotS3-02N   /////

1. When encountering the two peasants in the opening, choose the first
	dialog option.
2. After you wake up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. Go to Omiki Town and view the scene with Araragi at the bridge.
4. Head to Amana Castle and choose to join up with the Fujimori by
	participating in the tournament.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. At Amana Castle, speak with Kirie (Fujimori's ugly ninja with the weasel
	face). Choose the first dialog option and he will give you a job. Head
	to Omiki Town and find the fat guy marked on your map. Give him the
	letter and then speak to him. Return to Kirie to complete the mission.
7. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara again, and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma.
	Leave the area without speaking to him.

	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!
Before completing the ninth step in this route, you must complete at least
four different jobs for the Fujimori Clan. (Refer to Kiyonari's Jobs 
“WotS3-06D” for details).
	!!!!!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!!!!!!

9. This time, it's off to Castle Minori. Watch the scene (and enjoy the party).
10. Go to Amana Castle and head to the top floor. Speak with the guy in front
	of the big door and you'll get to meet with Fujimori Shuzen. You will
	then be presented with a series of dialog options. For the first one,
	answer with the second choice—for all of the others, choose the first
	dialog options.
11. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third dialog option.
12. Head back to Amana Castle and speak with Araragi. There will not be any
	dialog option.
13. Go to Amana Castle, again, and view the scene with Shinnosuke and Kirie.
	Choose the first dialog option.
14. Watch the scene at Takatane Village.
15. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene to the end. That's all you need
	to do to see the fourteenth ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 15         | WotS3-02O   /////

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...coming soon.


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1. Choose the first dialog option in the opening scene with the peasants.
2. After waking up in Takatane Village, view the scene with Munechika.
3. View the scene with Kota (still in Takatane Village) and choose the
	second dialog option.
4. Head to Amana Castle and win the tournament to join the Fujimori Clan.
5. Now, move off to Castle Minori (the Ouka fortress). Speak to the guard
	at the gate and choose the first dialog option. Watch the cut-scenes
	without drawing your sword or kneeling down. You will then be standing
	at the front of the gate near three other NPCs. Speak to the fat one.
6. Go to The Road and watch the scene at the temple. Then speak to the
	man in green.
7. Return to the temple in The Road and speak to the green man again to
	trigger a scene. Afterward, speak to him and choose the first dialog
	option.
8. Go to Kuchihagahara and watch the scene with Shinnosuke and Yuma. Leave
	the area without speaking to him.
9. View the party scene at Castle Minori.
10. Go to Takatane Village and speak with Munechika. Choose the first dialog
	option, and then choose the second dialog option that follows.
11. Go back to the road to watch anther scene with the green man. Speak with
	him and choose the third dialog option.
12. Go to Kuchihagahara and speak with Shinnosuke. Choose the second dialog
	option.
13. Now return to Takatane Village and speak with Kota. Choose the third
	dialog option.
14. Head to The Road and walk up the path toward the temple. You will then
	be attacked by a ninja. Fight Zaji and then choose the third dialog
	option.
15. View the (automatic) event regarding Nobunaga.
16. Go back to The Road and find the green man again. View the scene and then
	choose the first dialog option.
17. Now, head to Amana Castle. Kill Fujimori Shuzen and enjoy the ending.


            \\\\\\   Ending 22         | WotS3-02V   /////

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The Way of the Samurai is, on the surface, the Way of War. Beyond that,
it's a way of living that emphasizes honor, duty, and self-sacrifice—and
the gameplay of Way of the Samurai 3 does well to emphasize that philosophy.

Simply put, there is no greater Samurai simulation.


            \\\\\\   Combat            | WotS3-03A   /////

Attack:
	A weapon attack consists of either a weak attack (square) or a strong
	attack (triangle).

Jump:
	Press the circle button to jump. Press either the square button or the
	triangle button while in the air to perform a jump attack.

Special Move:
	Press the left stick along with the R1 and circle buttons to step in
	the direction the left stick is tilted. If you press only the R1 button
	and the circle button, you will simply step forward.

Defend:
	Press the R1 button to defend against an opponent's attack. Some attacks
	cannot be defended against.

Push:
	Press the left stick (toward your opponent) and the square button to
	break through  an opponent's defense. If successful, the opponent will
	be put into an off-balanced state.

Pull:
	Press the left stick (away from your opponent) and the R1 button to
	pull through an enemy's attack. If successful, the opponent will be
	off-balance. This will only work when the opponent does a push attack.

Kick:
	Press the R1 button and the square button to kick. Kicking causes
	minimal damage, but there's no defense against it.

Throw:
	Press the R1 button and the triangle button to throw an opponent. As
	with kicking, there's no defense against it.

Parry (Match):
	Parry is a special defense technique where you press the R1 button
	right when your opponent's weapon is about to strike you. If you are
	successful at parrying an opponent's strong attack, your character will
	glow yellow for a brief second and there's a chance you'll Match the
	skill. Once you have Matched the skill, you'll automatically Parry that
	opponent's skill attack when it strikes you.

Instant Kill (Hit Satsu):
	When you successfully Parry, there is a chance the Glimpse of Death will
	occur with the X button displayed on the screen. When you successfully
	press the X button while it's present on the screen, you will be able to
	kill your opponent with a single strike, regardless of your opponent's
	HP. The Glimpse of Death will not occur on certain strong opponents.

Chain Kill (Ren Satsu)
	When you are successful in an Instant Kill, you will be in the state of
	Chain Kill. While you are in this state, you will continuously be able
	to kill your opponents with Instant Kill. Being approached by the
	opponents will activate the Glimpse of Death, and pressing the button
	that is displayed (either square, circle, X or triangle) successfully,
	will Instant Kill an opponent.

Skill Attributes
	Other than the normal skills of slashing and stabbing, there are skills
	certain attributes (see the list below). By using these attributes at
	the right moment, you can take advantage of the situation.

	Float:	Throws your opponent into the air.
	Blast:	Throws your opponent backwards.
	Strike:	Bash your opponent.
	Throw:	Throw and possibly strike your opponent.
	Counter:	Counter an attack.
	Multi-Hit:	Land multiple attacks at once.
	Break Defense:	Breaks your opponent's defense.
	Hold Button Down:	Charge for a period of time to increase attack power.

Main Character's Growth
	Skills which you have learned and matched will not be forgotten even
	after you have ended the game. Also, with the Samurai Points you have
	earned at the end of the game, there are additional stances you can
	learn. All of these growth elements of the main character can continue
	on to future game playthroughs.

Fighting Groups and Order
	In a battle with multiple opponents, the order in which you will be
	facing each one is already predetermined. The opponent you currently
	face will have a target icon above him or her. When you want to change
	the order of the opponents you wish to fight, lightly tap the R2 button
	and your targeted opponent will change.

Running Away from Battle
	As you enter a battle, you will lock onto the opponent and the camera
	angle will be changed to battle mode. When you want to put some
	distance between yourself and your opponent, or if you wish to run
	away, hold down the R2 button and move around.

Blunt Attack (Nasa Ke)
	When you don't want to kill the opponent, you can press the Select
	button to reverse your blade and use Blunt Attacks. After you have
	defeated the opponent with a Blunt Attack, they are knocked out but
	not killed. Also, while you're in Blunt Attack mode, although you will
	still be able to Parry your opponent's attack, the Glimpse of Death will
	not activate. If you press the Select button again, you will reverse
	the blade back to its original, lethal position.

Apologizing in Battle
	Even if you are in battle, as long as you hold down the L2 button, you
	will be able to apologize by prostrating yourself on the ground. Whether
	or not your apology will be accepted, however, depends on the situation
	and your opponent.

Apologizing in Dialog
	Apologizing in dialog is a fairly pointless affair. It results, simply,
	in you “missing” an event. If you apologize during a scene, it will be
	as if you never saw the scene at all. If you simply want to skip the
	scene, press the Select button to skip through it (skipping with the
	Select button allows you to skip a scene while still having that scene
	count towards your ending).

Obtaining Items
	By defeating the opponent, there's a chance the person will drop an
	item or weapon part. Also, if you go near a dead body and press the X
	button, you can search the body and check if the person has any items.
	However, this act can decrease the fondness of NPCs around you. You
	are unable to search knocked-out bodies.



            \\\\\\   Stances           | WotS3-03B   /////

Upper Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Middle Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Lower Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Side Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Draw Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Single Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Ninja Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Spear Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Dual Sword Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Ninja Dual Sword Stance
	Description:
	Skills:

Bare Hands Stance
	Description:
	Skills:


            \\\\\\   Forging           | WotS3-03C   /////

Weapon Durability:
	Every weapon has durability. Each time you block or strike, the
	durability gauge for that weapon will increase. If you do not take
	any action, the gauge will gradually decrease. If the durability gauge
	goes over the limit of the durability bar, the durability of that weapon
	will decrease by one. Once you reach zero, the weapon will break. You
	can increase the durability and repair your broken weapon at the
	Blacksmith.

Weapon Growth:
	Your attack and defense is determined by the ability of your weapon.
	A new weapon is obtainable by either picking one up from a defeated
	opponent, buying from a merchant, or through forging your own weapon
	at the Blacksmith. You can improve the abilities of your weapon by
	upgrading at the Blacksmith or using certain items. By using your
	weapon, it will gain experience and level up. Once the level of the
	weapon goes beyond a certain point, you will be able to learn new
	skills. Additionally, once the level of the weapon reaches its maximum,
	the durability will become infinite, making the weapon unbreakable.

Learning Skills and Stances:
	Every weapon has a stance assigned to it. In every stance, there are
	unlockable skills that can be learned through battle or using certain
	items. Commands for the skills you have learned can be viewed in the
	Skills Learned Screen in the Profile of the Main Menu. Once you have
	gained enough Samurai Points and achieve the Dual Sword Stance, you
	will be able to use the Dual Sword and Ninja Dual Sword Stances.


            \\\\\\   Appraisal         | WotS3-03D   /////

Basic Title Appraisal
 ___________________________________________________________________
|   TITLE      |   REQUIREMENT				|    EFFECT    |
|______________|_____________________________________|______________|
|Holy          |Weapon level 25 or greater.          |Defense +100  |
|______________|_____________________________________|______________|
|Legendary     |Upgraded the weapon to its maximum   |Attack +50,   |
|              |quality limit (if 0/5, then 10/5)    |Defense +50   |
|______________|_____________________________________|______________|
|Bloodthirsty  |Kill 1000 people                     |Attack +100   |
|______________|_____________________________________|______________|


Weapon Specific Appraisal
 ___________________________________________________________________
|   TITLE   |      WEAPON      |     REQUIREMENT     |    EFFECT    |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|Mighty     |Manji-Kabura      |Weapon level 20      |Attack +80    |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|Mystic     |Kabura-Sutegi     |Weapon level 30      |Attack +60,   |
|           |                  |                     |Defense +40   |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|Organic    |Short Green Onion |Weapon level 10      |Attack +35,   |
|           |                  |                     |Defense +35   |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|You're     |My Hoe            |Kill 1500 people     |Defense +140  |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|Frozen     |Tuna              |Weapon level 25      |Attack +40,   |
|           |                  |                     |Defense +60   |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|
|Common     |Stick or Broom    |None                 |None          |
|___________|__________________|_____________________|______________|


            \\\\\\   Rare Weapons      | WotS3-03E   /////

Weapon: Manji-Kabura
Description:
	“A sword held by a wanderer. IT is said that the only one able to
	fully master the sword is the wanderer, because of his extreme
	ability.”
How-To:
	Speak to the fabled merchant with a Golden Egg in your inventory.
	You'll find him standing in the boat in the pool at the base of the
	waterfall in The Road. Speak to him once. Speak to him again and
	select, “Don't you have anything rarer?” Then select, “Never mind,
	then.” Finally, say, “Let's trade,” and you will be able to obtain
	the Manji-Kabura for ten golden eggs.


Weapon: Kabura Sutegi
Description:
	“This sword was created using the legendary forging method of a far
	off land. It is said that it was once wielded by a wanderer who
	completely traversed the legendary caverns.”
How-To:
	After you have the Manji-Kabura, speak to the Fabled Merchant and
	listen to his story about the Kabura-Sutegi. Once you've heard
	everything, the Nameless Samurai will appear at night in Takatane
	Village (near the blacksmith's cave). Kill the Nameless Samurai
	to obtain this weapon.


Weapon: Short Green Onion
Description:
	“A green onion. Used in cooking.”
How-To:
	You'll find these littered in the fields of Takatane Village. You
	can also obtain them via some of the jobs Oryo (of Omiki Town)
	offers.


Weapon: My Hoe
Description:
	“It's not known whose hoe this is, but it has, 'My Hoe,' written on
	the grip.”
How-To:
	You'll have to kill Shuzen for this weapon—on the Instant Kill
	difficulty. Bear in mind that there's only a 15% chance that
	Shuzen will even have the hoe.


Weapon: Tuna
Description:
	“A tuna. It has astonishingly charming eyes.”
How-To:
	Kill Nyanya.


Weapon: Stick
Description:
	“A broken stick. An item that every samurai has wielded at least
	once.”
How-To:
	You can find these all over the ground, all over Amana. Sometimes
	villagers will also drop them (after you kill them, of course.


Weapon: Broom
Description:
	“Normally used for cleaning. This will require extreme forging
	if used as a weapon.”
How-To:
	Kill Gajiro, the NPC who sings about cleaning in Omiki Town and the
	Posting Station.


            \\\\\\   Titles            | WotS3-03F   /////

Blessed Samurai:		Receive less than 100 damage (total).
Dojo Conqueror:		Kill everyone at the Dojo.
Executioner:		More than 100 instant-kills.
Faithful:			Only use one partner.
Harmless Samurai:		Clear the game without killing anyone.
Impatient Samurai:	Clear the game within one hour.	
Loner:			Don't use a partner.
Merchant:			Spend 10000 yen.
Nobody:			Leave Amana without doing anything.
Rich Samurai:		End the game with more than 10000 Yen.
Vegetarian:			Only eat vegetables.
Wanderer:			Samurai Rank exceeds 10%.

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In Way of the Samurai 3 there are several NPCs who you can “partner”
with. They will fight along side you and occasionally comment on what
you are doing, and what the people you meet along your journey do.
Through your interactions with your partner, you can build up an
affinity—a relationship—that culminates in a romance. Fall in love
hard enough, and you'll soon find yourselves living together.


            \\\\\\   Partner Locations | WotS3-04A   /////

Momiji - Tomboy
	Location: Amana Castle
	Time: 10:00 to 16:00
	Limits: Momiji will not appear until Day 3.
		You'll find Momiji along the road just in front of the gate
		that leads toward the Ouka territories (beyond The Road).
		She's wearing a brightly-colored kimono and is carrying a 
		very long sword. When you speak to her, she will challenge
		you to a fight to avenge her father. To get Momiji to partner
		up with you, you must not fight back. Prostrate yourself 
		(apologize) and stay on the ground until Momiji sheathes her
		sword. Speak to her again and tell her that, “You have reason
		to kill me.” Then, speak to her a third time. She will say that
		she does not know what to do with her life. You can either tell
		her to make up her own mind (she thinks of suicide) or ask her
		to partner up with you. If you choose the wrong option, you can
		initiate dialog again and start over. So long as you do not kill
		her, you should be fine.


Yukino – Widow
	Location: Omiki Town
	Time: 18:00 to 0:00
	Limits: Progress through the game.
		Yukino works as a bodyguard. Simply pay her 100 Yen and she
		will partner up with you. She will also stay with you through
		the night.


Yuzu – Mother
	Location: Takatane Village
	Time: 6:00 to 12:00
	Limits: Must have 300HP or less.
		During conversation, select the response, “Ooh... mother!”
		After she heals you, speak to her again and she will partner
		up with you.


Otome – Grandmother
	Location: The Road
	Time: 6:00 to 12:00
	Limits: Otome will not appear until day 15.
		You'll find this old woman by the waterfall on the rear side
		of the temple. Speak to her and select, “You're not just-
		-anybody.” Then select, “I want to destroy Amana!” She will
		then give you an assassination mission. To get her to partner
		up with you, you must perform the assassination and then speak
		to her again.


Kasumi – Big Sister
	Location: Omiki Town
	Time: 12:00 to 18:00
	Limits: Earn high trust from all four job sources.
		Once you've completed a sufficient number of jobs and
		earned the trust of the community, Kasumi will appear. She
		will partner up with you if you speak to her and say, “If
		you allow me, I shall call you sister.” She will only
		partner with you temporarily—to make the deal permanent,
		you will need to select, “Sister, I'll follow you to the
		end of the world,” the next time you speak to her.


Hiiragi – Naive
	Location: Guard Gate
	Time: 6:00 to 12:00
	Limits: Progress through the game. Have a Jumbo Radish.
		While speaking to her, select, “You want to eat this Jumbo
		Radish?” Each time you deign to partner up with Hiiragi,
		you will need to give her a Jumbo Radish.


Misaki – Maid
	Location: Omiki Town
	Time: 6:00 to 12:00
	Limits: Complete the Beauty and the Beast job.
		You'll find Misaki standing near Oryo. Simply tell her,
		“Come with me,” and she will partner up with you.


Hinagiku – Sexy
	Location: Posting Station
	Time: 18:00 to 0:00
	Limits: Progress through the game. Have an Arcane Potion,
		  Chicken Cake and an Ancient Amulet.
		During conversation, tell her, “I'll buy you anything
		you want,” or, “I'll buy you more things.” Then say,
		“I'll give you this.” Once you give her an Arcane Potion,
		a Chicken Cake and an Ancient Amulet, select, “I came
		to make you mine,” in dialog and she will partner up
		with you.


Kana – Servant
	Location: Takatane Village
	Time: 12:00 to 18:00
	Limits: Complete the Village Girl Rescue Operation job.
		Once you've finished the mission (given by Misae), Kana
		will appear near Misae. Simply select, “alright,” during
		the conversation to have her partner up with you.


Minamo – Little Sister
`	Location: Castle Minori
	Time: 7:00 to 13:00
	Limits: Have either an Akisame, Ebiten, or Ama-Otome.
		You'll need to have one of the swords in your inventory.
		If it's in your sword-safe, it won't work. Speak to her
		and select, “Your brother was a samurai, too?” and, “I'll
		be your brother.”


Osada – Whore
	Location: Omiki Town
	Time: 20:00 to 2:00
	Limits: Earn low trust from all four job sources.
		You must do a Shameful Slash on Osada, and then speak to
		her. If you fail to do a shameful slash, she will attack you.
		If you fail, leave the map and come back so you can try again.


Ensen – Apprentice
	Location: Guard Gate
	Time: 18:00 to 0:00
	Limits: Kill at least 1000 people.
		Defeat Ensen with blunt attacks (do NOT kill him). Speak to him
		and select, “Very well. Come with me,” and he will partner up with
		you.


Dona – Samurai
	Location: Posting Station
	Time: 6:00 to 12:00
	Limits: Dona will not appear until day 30.
		Sleep repeatedly in your room until you hit day 30. When speaking
		to Dona, select, “How about the samurai in front of you?” and she
		will partner up with you.


Nyanya - Bitch
	Location: Guard Gate
	Time: 9:00 to 15:00
	Limits: None.
		Before Nyanya appears, you need to apologize (prostrate yourself)
		to the cats in Takatane Village, Amana Castle, Omiki Town
		and The Road. While speaking to her, select, “I'd like to
		protect you,” and she will partner up with you.


            \\\\\\   Relationships     | WotS3-04B   /////

The strength of your relationship to your partner is quantified with a
percentage. When you first start out, that percentage will be at zero.

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Vegetable Toss
	Location: Takatane Village & Castle Minori
	Time: Morning to Evening
	Reward: 300 Yen
		This is a pretty simple game... the peasant woman will toss
		daikon (radishes) into the air for you to cut. She'll also
		toss Jizo (giant stone statues) at you, which can take out about
		250 HP if they hit you. The important thing is timing. Choose
		your action when the object being thrown at you is at the height
		of its arc—before it starts to come down. If it's a statue, push
		the left analog stick up to dodge. If it's a radish, square to
		slice. If there are multiple daikon incoming, tap the square
		button rapidly to perform a simple combo.

Tuna Filet
	Location: Amana Castle
	Time: Morning to Evening
	Reward: 300 Yen
		This mini-game can be a bit annoying, but at least you won't
		get a game over if you lose. You need to slice up a giant tuna,
		but simply mashing square (usually) won't do the trick. You need
		to cut the fish on either side, so cut until you start missing,
		and then move around to the other side of the fish and keep
		hacking away 'till the job is done.

Temple Bell
	Location: The Road
	Time: Morning to Evening
	Reward: 300 Yen
		This is a nice and easy game. Once again, it's all about timing.
		You'll be moving the left analog stick to the right and to the
		left—keep your eye on the indicator at the bottom of the screen.
		Keep swinging from side to side until your able to get the bar
		inside the red area (the closer you are to the far left, the
		higher your score). Press X when the bar is fully extended to
		the left. The closer you are to 100%, the higher your score, and
		the higher your score, the more money you will earn.

Making Mochi
	Location: Takatane Village
	Time: Morning to Evening
	Reward: 300 Yen
		A very simple mini-game, the hardest part is getting a partner.
		Anyway, simply follow the onscreen prompts and try to hold a
		steady rhythm. Remember, you'll only ever need to press the
		analog stick down, so focus on the face buttons you'll need
		to press.

Bare-Handed Sword Dance
	Location: The Road
	Time: Morning to Evening
	Reward: 300 Yen
		This can be a tough one. Like the vegetable toss, failure
		here means death—not the best way to get a game-over. Just
		be sure to save before starting this one, and you should be fine.
		You'll need to have a partner before playing this game, by the
		way. Anyway, the object is to catch your partner's sword mid-
		swing. You do this by pressing the analog sticks close together.
		As with the vegetable toss, try to time yourself with the arc
		of the blade. It may take some time for you get the timing
		worked out.

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You'll be able to earn money and respect in Amana by completing various
jobs. There are four people in the game that act as sources for these
jobs. Misae, an elderly woman who can be found near your house in
Takatane village; Oryo, in Omiki Town; Joji, in Castle Minori; and
Kiyonari, in Amana Castle.

If you anger a faction sufficiently, you may be tasked with a relatively
straight-forward job to earn yourself back into their good graces. If, for
example, you find yourself on the wrong side of the Fujimori Clan, Kiyonari
will give you the job of killing 100 Ouka Clan warriors at Kuchihagahara.
These jobs aren't jobs, per se, but rather redeeming actions you can take
so that you can access a certain jobs after being cut off for misbehavior.


            \\\\\\   Misae's Jobs      | WotS3-06A   /////

Job #1: Misae's Underwear!
Description:
	“Find Misae's favorite underwear that she dropped somewhere in
	Kuchihagahara. It is inside her Furoshiki, a wrapped cloth. Find it
	and return it to Misae.”
Tips: “Watch out for the sneaky crows!”
How-To:
	The Furoshiki is small and round like a stone, so it can be very
	hard to see. It's pale-green in color, and can typically be found
	along the road leading toward the Ouka fortress (the path with 
	the small shrine and bridge). I also sometimes appears near the
	exit to Amana Castle. Be careful on your way back, as the crows
	will attack you to steal the underwear (God only knows why). To
	avoid the crows, simply move in a zig-zagging line. If you're
	paying attention, you shouldn't have any trouble.


Job #2: Wave of Silver Blades!
Description:
	“Eliminate 100 outcasts accused of trying to steal money from the
	villagers. Proceed to the Guard Gate and get rid of them all in
	order to win back the villagers' trust.”
Tips: “A samurai never flees from battle.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #3: Can You Eliminate 100?
Description:
	“A gang of outcasts arrived at the Guard Gate, and the villains are
	plotting a crime against Amana. Go there and dispose of them in
	order to win back the villagers' trust.”
Tips: “A samurai never flees from battle.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #4: Runaway Children
Description:
	“Three children ran away from home after being scolded because of
	their recent pranks. Proceed to the Guard Gate and find the children.”
Tips: “Be careful with the kids and keep moving.”
How-To:
	Yikes. Boy can this be a frustrating mission. First off, you need to
	know that there are children in Guard Gate who are NOT part of the
	group you're seeking, including Takatane Mask. Both are near the
	Tea House. The children you're looking for are called Brother, Younger
	Brother, and Sister. You'll find them hiding behind various things
	at random spots along the edge of the area. Just be patient and
	methodical and don't forget to closely inspect the areas near the exit.


Job #5: Punish the Food Thief!
Description:
	“A Jumbo Radish grown with loving care by the villagers has been
	stolen. The thief is a man from Omiki Town. Use Blunt Attack to
	properly punish him.”
Tips: “Don't kill.”
How-To:
	It doesn't matter what dialog you choose, or even if you try to
	speak to the criminal at all. The moment you end conversation
	(or attack him) he will start running. He will NOT leave the
	area, so you've got plenty of time. He will occasionally pause
	to catch his breath. If he goes toward an exit, simply back
	away and he will come running back. Try to fight him away
	from other people—sometimes a wandering ronin will decide
	to join in the fight, and kill the criminal. I would
	recommend seeking out the criminal at night.


Job #6: Are we there yet?
Description:
	“Misae is not feeling so well today. Push her gently to her
	destination. Colliding with her three times will result in failure.”
Tips: “Don't draw your sword.”
How-To:
	A mildly easy job, the hardest thing here is simply being patient.
	It can help to push the wrinkly old bag against a wall so you can
	prod her forward a bit more efficiently. Just keep your thumb
	nice and gentle and you shouldn't have too much trouble.


Job #7: Village Girl Rescue Operation!
Description:
	“Rescue the girl who's been kidnapped due to her father's debt
	to the bandits. The bandits can be found on The Road.”
Tips: “Be sure to escort her safely.”
How-To:
	Go to The Road and head toward the two men who want you to do the sword
	catching mini-game. Head down the stairs and through the small tunnel
	and deal with the bandits however you see fit. They will wake up if you
	get too close to them, so I suggest waking them up one at a time and
	leading them away to beat 'em up. Once that is done, speak to the girl
	who you will find either inside the hut, or behind the barrels to the
	side. Tell her you're there to rescue her, and then lead her back
	through the tunnel and up the stairs. When you reach the top of the
	stairs, the job will end.


Job #8: Stop the War!
Description:
	“A conflict between Fujimori and Ouka Clan has developed in
	Kuchihagahara. Suppress the fight, or the tax collector will show
	no mercy.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #9: Stop the Violence!
Description:
	“The farmers have been suffering oppression from the Fujimori Clan.
	Three villagers, who couldn't stand the poverty any longer, turned
	into thugs and headed for Omiki Town. Stop them at any cost.”
Tips: “You don't need to get into unnecessary fights.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #10: Assassinate Lord Shuzen!
Description:
	“Shuzen Fujimori has been oppressing the villagers with severe taxes.
	According to an informer, Lord Shuzen will be in Omiki Town tonight.
	Go there and kill him!”
Tips: “Lord Shuzen would probably stay somewhere nice for the night.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #11: Misae's Challenge!
Description:
	“Misae is challenging you to a duel! She'll have no regrets,
	whatever the results. Proceed to Kuchihagahara tonight.”
Tips: “Fight like you mean it, if you want to stay alive.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


            \\\\\\   Oryo's Jobs       | WotS3-06B   /////

Job #12: Oryo's Errand!
Description:
	“Deliver a letter to Kiyonari's servant. The servant will be waiting
	outside Amana Castle. After delivering the letter, report back to
	Oryo.”
Tips: “Oryo never mentioned needing to deliver it while Kiyonari's servant
	is alive.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #13: Bloodshed in Kuchihagahara!
Description:
	“100 fed-up farmers are planning to rise in retaliation in Omiki Town.
	Before it starts, head down to Kuchihagahara and defeat them all. It's
	a test to regain trust from the townspeople.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #14: Blood for False Accusations!
Description:
	“You were falsely accused of stealing rice from the people of Omiki
	Town. Defeat 100 farmers in Kuchihagahara and get Oryo's help to
	regain their trust.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #15: Silence the Big Mouth!
Description:
	“A Fujimori minion has been bragging about his new weapon. Proceed
	to Amana Castle and break his weapon as punishment.”
Tips: “The green spear looks cheap, and defending just might be the key.”
How-To:
	Just like the in-game tip says, don't bother attacking. Simply
	keep your guard up and let the poor sap break his own spear.


Job #16: Beauty and the Beast!
Description:
	“A village girl was kidnapped by a vicious outcast. Proceed to the
	old temple at The Road and punish him.”
Tips: “Not all who are kidnapped are thankful after being rescued.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #17: The Big Boss!
Description:
	“Bandits are making their home on The Road. Find their boss and
	kill him!”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #18: Clear the Way!
Description:
	“A conflict between a bunch of outcasts and farmers has broken out
	at the Guard Gate. The fight is interfering with business. Proceed
	to the entrance and stop the madness.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #19: Justice for All!
Description:
	“A killer is slaying people for mere pleasure. Proceed to The
	Road and kill him. Show no mercy!”
Tips: “Don't listen to his words if you wish to complete the job.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #20: Pride Comes with a Price!
Description:
	“There are three killers in Takatane Village who are complaining
	about their pay for jobs assigned by Oryo. They're threatening to
	kill villagers and blame the townspeople. Get rid of them.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #21: The Hand of an Agent!
Description:
	“Confront the man who broke an important promise with Omiki Town.
	He's at the Guard Gate. To solve this problem, perhaps you can buy
	off one of Fujimori's men.”
Tips: “Fujimori soldiers tend to like good radish.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #22: Oryo's Interest
Description:
	“Oryo has shown an interest in you. Proceed to Kuchihagahara at
	nightfall and find out her intentions.”
Tips: “Be prepared for anything to happen.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


            \\\\\\   Joji's Jobs       | WotS3-06C   /////

Job #23: Ouka's Pride
Description:
	“Threaten a commoner who's been disrespecting Ouka Clan. Show him
	what it means to be degraded. Draw a sword to scare him. The
	target is at the Guard Gate.”
Tips: “Be aware of where you are drawing your weapon.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #24: Ouka Clan Honor
Description:
	“A Fujimori brigade is assembled on The Road. Eliminate them in
	honor of Ouka Clan, and regain trust from their members.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #25: Slaughter in Kuchihagahara
Description:
	“Fujimori warriors are participating in a training exercise.
	Proceed to Kuchihagahara and defeat 100 of them to earn respect.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #26: Genjuro!
Description:
	“Ouka Clan's beloved dog, Genjuro, hasn't returned from his walk
	yet. Find the dog and bring him back. Get some tips from Joji on
	the dog's location.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #27: Apologies!
Description:
	“It's an honorable job to apologize for the misconduct caused
	in Omiki Town by a member of Ouka Clan. Go and do your duty.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #28: Our Genjuro!
Description:
	“Genjuro is missing again! It seems he was caught by a Fujimori
	samurai in Kuchihagahara. Defeat the samurai and rescue our
	Genjuro.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #29: Hostage!
Description:
	“A member of Ouka clan is being held hostage by Fujimori's men.
	They are in Kuchihagahara. Go and rescue him.”
Tips: “Try not getting the hostage involved in the fight.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #30: Ouka's Territory!
Description:
	“A fight between a group of outcasts and Fujimori Clan is
	intruding on Ouka Clan's territory, The Road. In the name of 
	Ouka, go and get rid of all of them.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #31: Desperate Need for Help!
Description:
	“Fujimori's men made an accusation on a member of Ouka Clan and
	confiscated his Small Box that was a momento of his mother. Return
	the Small Box kept inside the Guard Gate.”
Tips: “Look for a buddy that can help you do the job.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #32: Fearless Bandits!
Description:
	“Eliminate three men who became thieves without Joji's permission
	and make an example out of them. The traitors are hiding in
	Amana Castle.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #33: Shameful Fun!
Description:
	“In order to strengthen the power of the Ouka Clan, execute Shameful
	Slash on every woman gathered together in Kuchihagahara. Old ladies
	have nothing to do with this.”
Tips: “Skills that attack the lower region of the body make it a lot
	easier to Shameful Slash.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #34: Assassinate the Assassin!
Description:
	“Someone is planning your assassination! According to reliable
	sources, the assassin will be in Kuchihagahara tonight. Go there
	and assassinate the killer.”
Tips: “Friendship may not last forever.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


            \\\\\\   Kiyonari's Jobs   | WotS3-06D   /////

Job #35: The Samurai Punisher is Coming!
Description:
	“A notorious thief known for his pick pocketing is hiding at
	The Road. Find him and give him ten beatings. Use Blunt Attack
	to make him renounce his crimes.”
Tips: “Blunt kicking will do the job as well.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #36: The Lone Guard!
Description:
	“Serve as a Rear Guard at The Road to help the Fujimori samurai
	retreat. Stop 100 Ouka Clan members with everything you have.
	Success in this job will remove your stigma.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #37: Rise of Fujimori Samurai!
Description:
	“Defeat 100 Ouka Clan members found in Kuchihagahara. Complete the
	job and you'll be recognized as a Fujimori samurai.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #38: Run for Your Life!
Description:
	“You must compete against Kiyonari in a race. Go through the main
	gate, followed by the outer gate, then return to the starting point
	through the rear gate. The first one back wins.”
Tips: “He never said it was only one lap around the castle.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #39: Baby Abduction!
Description:
	“In order to rescue the kidnapped babies, you must fight the
	kidnappers who show up to receive ransom. Speak to Kiyonari
	regarding the meeting place.”
Tips: “Bring the babies back to Kiyonari before doing anything to the
	kidnappers.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #40: Who's Who?
Description:
	“Find the real thief among the three suspects in Omiki Town. Use
	Blunt Attack to capture the crook.”
Tips: “Ask Kiyonari about the characteristics of the thief.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #41: The Samurai Punisher is Coming!
Description:
	“The Ashigaru Sergeant of Fujimori Clan stole an important
	document and is currently on the run. Head to The Road where he's
	hiding and use Blunt Attack to capture him.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #42: Eliminate Them All!
Description:
	“Ouka Clan and a group of outcasts have started a fight, which led
	to a fierce battle at The Road. Eliminate them all!”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #43: Ghost Sightings in Amana!
Description:
	“A killer disguised as a ghost is murdering people at the Guard
	Gate. The identity of the killer is unknown. Wait until nightfall and
	eliminate the killer.”
Tips: “Blunt attacking may save your life.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #44: Fujimori's Ninjas!
Description:
	“Fujimori elites, who want a full-scale war against Ouka clan,
	ordered three ninjas to assassinate Ouka Clan's soft-liners. Proceed
	to Castle Minori and eliminate the ninjas.”
Tips: “Don't give them a chance to sheathe their weapons.”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #45: Samurai Punisher is Coming!
Description:
	“A samurai general is plotting to kill Lord Shuzen. Assassinate
	him at the Guard Gate and don't let anyone see you, or they may
	assume it's a sanction by a Samurai Punisher.”
Tips: “???”
How-To:
	...coming soon.


Job #46: The Homeless Mighty God!
Description:
	“Tonight is the night to kill Joji of Ouka clan, a.k.a the
	'Homeless Mighty God.' Kiyonari's men will lure and corner him.
	Proceed to Kuchihagahara and finish him.”
Tips: “Why trust Kiyonari when he never trusted you?”
How-To:
	...coming soon.

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A quick guid to the terms involved here: the “Day” is the day when
the item is available for purchase at said shop. If there's just a single
number, that means that on that day, and on all the days following that day,
you will be able to find that particular item in that particular shop. If
there's an X before the number, that means “multiple.” For example, “Day x5”
means you can find the item in that store on day 5, and on every day that
is a multiple of five—10, 15, 20, etc.


Dojima (Younger) – Takatane Village

	Blade Powder			 500 Yen	Day 1
	Sword Oil				 500 Yen	Day 1
	Amakusa Grind Stone		1000 Yen	Day 1
	Nisshouzan Grind Stone		1000 Yen	Day 1
	Moderate Blade			1000 Yen	Day 1
	

Shicho – Takatane Village

	Dried Fish				 180 Yen	Day 1
	Radish				  80 Yen	Day 1
	Old Radish				  40 Yen	Day 1
	Mushroom				 100 Yen	Day 1
	Scroll: Basic			 800 Yen	Day 1
	Egg					  50 Yen	Day 1
	Hyottoko Mask			 200 Yen	Day 1
	Okame Mask				 300 Yen	Day 1

	Gold Egg				6000 Yen	Day x5

	
	
	
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            \\\\\\   Sword List        | WotS3-08A   /////

There are a TON of different weapons in the game, and—face it—neither
you nor I care much about most of 'em. This list will deal solely with
the unique, special swords that you are likely to specifically seek
out.

Keep in mind that weapon stats are partially RANDOM. That means that
a specific sword, when found, can have different stats each time
you obtain it—usually on a scale of plus or minus ten to fifteen.
The stats I have listed are example stats, so don't be too concerned
if you find a sword that's a bit different than what I've listed here.


Sword: Muramasa (1/3)
Attack:  38		Defense: -37
Weight:   0		Durability: 3
	This is a nice, red-bladed Ninja sword you can obtain by killing
	Otome, the shabby old woman who appears at The Road around Day 15.	



            \\\\\\   Item List         | WotS3-08A   /////

 __________________________________________________________________
|      ITEM      |       EFFECT       |          LOCATION          |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Radish          |+100 HP Recovery    |Shops, Field                |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Old Radish      |+50 HP Recovery     |Field                       |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Jumbo Radish    |+600 HP Recovery    |Shops, Farmer Drop          |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Rice Ball       |+200 HP Recovery    |Shops, Shrine Offerings     |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Rotten Rice Ball|+200 HP Recovery,   |Shrine Offerings            |
|                |Attack Down 30s     |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Mushroom        |+100-300 HP Recovery|Field, Enemy Drop           |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Poison Mushroom |+50-200 HP Recovery,|Field                       |
|                |Attack Down 30s     |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Egg             |+200 HP Recovery    |Stores, Farmer Drop.        |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Golden Egg      |100% HP Recovery    |Takatane Store (on days that|
|                |                    |are multiples of 5),        |
|                |                    |Farmer Drop                 |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Ginseng         |500 Resurrection    |Takatane Store (Days 5-9,   |
|                |                    |and on days that are        |
|                |                    |multiples of 10)            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Arcane Potion   |1000 HP Resurrection|Legendary Trader            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Rosary          |Total HP +20        |Omiki Town Store            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Talisman        |Total HP +50        |Omiki Town Store            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Magatama        |Total HP +100       |Omiki Town Store            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Dual Sword      |Learn Dual Sword    |Omiki Town Store (Days 5-9, |
|Scroll          |Techniques          |and on days that are        |
|                |                    |multiples of 10)            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Dual Ninja Sword|Learn Dual Ninja    |Omiki Town Store (Days 5-9, |
|Scroll          |Sword Techniques    |and on days that are        |
|                |                    |multiples of 10             |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |Attack +5, Quality  |Enemy Drop                  |
|                |+1                  |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Amakusa Wheel   |Attack +10, Defense |Enemy Drop (Rare)           |
|                |-5, Quality +1      |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Sword Oil       |Attack +5, Quality  |Enemy Drop                  |
|                |+1                  |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Teruyama Wheel  |Defense +10, Attack |Enemy Drop (Rare)           |
|                |-5, Quality +1      |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |Attack +30% for 30s |Enemy Drop, Shops           |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Straw Figure    |Attack +50% for 60s |Enemy Drops, Shops          |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |???                 |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Way of the      |None (Sell It)      |???                         |
|Samurai         |                    |                            |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|???             |None (Sell It)      |???                         |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|
|Comb            |None (Sell It)      |Female NPC Drop             |
|________________|____________________|____________________________|


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While there are no cheats per se, there are a number of different... shall
we say “unethical” tactics you may employ to make the game a bit easier
for you. Remember, you've got nothing to lose here... but your moral
character.


Easy Samurai Points:
	Everything you unlock in the game, accessories, skins, special
	options, new difficulties, etcetera, are obtained by earning
	a specific number of Samurai points. And, lucky for us, there's
	a simple method to unlock EVERYTHING in the game within fifteen
	minutes. Simply start out a new game and, when confronting the
	peasants, either tell them to go away, or draw your sword.
	Then go to Takatane Village. Steal a radish from the fields and
	eat it. Then go down to the shop and draw your sword. DO NOT
	ATTACK. Wait for the guard to kill you. You should get the
	Vegetarian title, which nets about 700 Samurai Points on normal,
	1000 on hard, and 1200 on instant-kill difficulties. Simply repeat
	until you get the “message from the developers,” which will
	inform you that everything is unlocked.

Never Lose Money
	Buying stuff can be pretty expensive—and upgrading weapons even more
	so. Tired of seeing your stash constantly dwindling? Simply kill the
	merchant when your business with them is concluded. If you spend
	12000 yen upgrading your weapons at the blacksmith, you can kill
	the blacksmith and get your 12000 Yen back—along with his hammer and,
	if you loot the corpse, possibly an item, too.

Finding the Fabled Merchant:
	The Fabled Merchant sells some very nice stuff, but can be a bit
	hard to find. He only appears in his boat (in the waterfall pool
	at The Road) after you've seen three events. View four events,
	and he'll be gone until you see a sixth event. To keep him there
	as long as you like, simply view three events and no more. Remember,
	if you have a job active, events will NEVER start—not so long as the
	job is active, of course.
	

500 Yen Every Day:
	This isn't so much a cheat, as it is a little-known aspect of the game.
	When you take over the Ouka Clan (join the clan, wait for Yuma and
	Itsuse to leave the room, and then kill Genjuro) you'll also get 
	access to the castle's coffers. The next day, visit the Ouka job
	broker. Every day he'll give you as much as 1000 Yen. Repeat as often
	as you desire—but be careful, if you get caught up in any Inkling,
	the story will quickly progress and you will lose all access to the
	Broker.
	



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Amana Native			(B)	Play for more than 10 hours.
Assassin				(S)	Defeat Fujimori Shuzen.
Bare Hands Stance Mastery	(B)	Master all Bare Hands skills.
Blunt Attack			(B)	Defeat a foe with a blunt attack.
Bushido				(S)	Defeat Sensei at the Dojo.
Draw Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Draw Stance skills.
Dual Sword Stance Mastery	(B)	Master all Dual Sword skills.
Ending				(B)	Complete the game once.
Extra Sword Safe			(B)	Obtain extra sword safe.
First Time				(B)	Learn a skill.
Five Stories			(S)	Discover five endings.
Forged Weapon			(B)	Forge a weapon.
Head Collector			(B)	Obtain all heads.
Job Seeker				(B)	Complete 50 jobs.
Killer				(B)	Kill an enemy.
Legendary Samurai			(S)	Earn over 10000 Samurai Points.
Lower Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Lower Stance skills.
Master of Skills			(B)	Learn 100 skills.
Middle Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Middle Stance skills.
Ninja Dual Sword Mastery	(B)	Master all Ninja Dual Sword skills.
Ninja Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Ninja Stance skills.
Outfit Collector			(B)	Obtained all Outfits.
Payday				(B)	Complete a Job successfully.
Platinum Trophy			(P)	Acquire all Trophies.
Power of 10				(B)	Achieve 10 chain kills.
Power of 100			(B)	Achieve 100 chain kills.
Relationship			(B)	Find a partner.
Samurai Forever!			(G)	Clear game with 120% Samurai rating.
Samurai Hero			(B)	Earn 2000 Samurai Points.
Samurai Leader			(B)	Earn 200 Samurai Points.
Samurai Master			(B)	Clear the game on Hard.
Samurai Slayer			(B)	Clear the game on Instant-Kill.
Side Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Side Stance skills.
Single Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Single Stance skills.
Skill Collector			(B)	Learn 10 skills.
Skilled Samurai			(B)	Clear the game on Normal.
Spear Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Spear Stance skills.
Title Collector			(B)	Obtain 5 titles.
Title Master			(S)	Obtain 20 titles.
Upper Stance Mastery		(B)	Master all Upper Stance skills.
Victory				(G)	Find the True Ending.
Way of the Samurai		(G)	Find all of the endings.
Weak Samurai			(B)	Clear the game on Easy.
Weapon Arsenal			(B)	Obtain 50 different weapons.
Weapon Collector			(B)	Obtain 10 different weapons.
Weapon Destroyer			(B)	Break an enemy's weapon.
Weapon Forger			(B)	Create a weapon.
Weapon Master			(B)	Master all skills for a weapon.
Zero Blunt Attack			(B)	Defeat an enemy with weapon that
						has zero durability.
Zero Kill				(B)	Kill an enemy with a weapon that
						has zero durability.

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Q: I can't find Way of the Samurai 3 anywhere! What should I do?
A: Cross your fingers and pray. There seem to have been some very
   serious distribution problems with Way of the Samurai 3, so this
   is a common problem. You can check your local stores, but odds are
   you won't find any copies—I can only recommend that you check online.
   Personally, after trying and failing three times to find a copy at
   Gamestop, I went ahead and ordered from Amazon.com.

Q: How do I unlock new faces, clothing and accessories?
A: Play the game and don't be an ass. No, really. You'll unlock new 
   items to customize your character based upon how many Samurai Points
   you earn once you finish a game. Keep in mind that evil deeds will
   ultimately subtract from your Samurai Points—so you'll have to play
   nice if you want a reward.

Q: How do I avoid losing Samurai Points?
A: Act as a “true” Samurai would—don't go picking fights. Don't go around
   murdering people. Apologize if you do something wrong. And if you must
   fight, you don't have to kill—remember, you can use the blunt side
   of your sword!

Q: How do I give an item to an NPC?
A: Approach an NPC so that the NPC's name is visible. Then go into your
   item menu, select the item you which to give, and select “give.” That
   item will then be given to the NPC you have “selected.”

Q: How do I play as an NPC?
A: Finish a game with more than 6000 Samurai Points, and you will have
   the option to play as an NPC the next time you go into the Character
   Creation menu.

Q: Why isn't this FAQ finished yet?
A: Because I'm just one, lone sop, and in case you haven't realized it yet,
   this game is bloody gigantic! I've soaked a lot of time into it already,
   but I tell ya' ...it feels like I've only scratched the surface.

Q: Would you accept help with this Guide?
A: Almost certainly. If you can contribute something (several people have
   already done so) simply e-mail me. Anything, no matter so small, is
   fine. So long as it's not information I already have, I'll be more
   than glad to use your information and credit you accordingly.

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	October 2009 (v.0.01)
		-Basic FAQ construction complete. There's a little bit
		 of content, but it's still pretty sparse.
	October 2009 (v.0.15)
		-Partner Section completed.
		-Jobs Section completed.
		-Appraisal sub-Section completed.
		-Legendary Weapons sub-Section completed.
	October 2009 (v.0.16)
		-Modified FAQ format.
		-Added partial Sword List sub-Section.
		-Added partial Spear List sub-Section.
		-Added partial Item List sub-Section.
		-Added partial Titles sub-Section.
	October 2009 (v.0.45)
		-Added guides for 14 out of the 29 different endings.
		-Added “Way of the Samurai” section.
	October 2009 (v.0.46)
		-Added Introduction Section.
		-Amended Ending Guide.
		-Added Mini-Game Section.
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I would like to thank the following people for contributing information
used in the construction of this FAQ:

Brandon Vesel
	-Job Walkthrough

Jay Lonsberry
	-Unique Sword Information
	-Title Information

Pang Tong, of GameFAQs
	-Title Information

ccjj, of GameFAQs
	-Ending Route Information




If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please feel free to write
me at the following email address:

Mwulf.0079@gmail.com
   
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