If you are looking for the best gifts for your companions in Rise of the Ronin, you have come to the right place. 

Rise of the Ronin features a wide cast of characters, some directly taken from Japanese history, who accompany you on your journey. You can form bonds with them and raise the bond level by giving gifts, completing quests, taking their side during certain dialogue choices, and having them by your side. 



The best way to maximize your bond with your companions in Rise of the Ronin is to learn their fighting styles, unlock associated weapons, outfits, items, gestures and other such things is by giving them their best suitable gifts. 

This is where our guide comes in handy. It shares the best gifts for companions in Rise of the Ronin while discussing how to identify the best item to gift any character. 


Best gifts for companions in Rise of the Ronin

Rise of the Ronin gift Knot of Destiny
Screenshot by Hritwik Raj/ONE Esports

In Rise of the Ronin, the best gift for companions is the Knot of Destiny item, which you can obtain from completing random encounters, quests, opening chests and other such things. 

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In addition, we also have companion-specific items that align with their character and preferences, which are the best gifts for quickly increasing your bond with the respective character. 

Give the best gifts for companions in Rise of the Ronin
Screenshot by Hritwik Raj/ONE Esports

That being said, the easiest way to identify which item is the most suitable gift for a respective character is to interact with them and select the “I’ve got something for you” option to open the Gifts menu, where you can find all giftable items. 

Rise of the Ronin European Dandys Kit
Screenshot by Hritwik Raj/ONE Esports

Now, look for the paper heart icon at the bottom of the items. The ones with it are the best gifts you can give the respective character. For example, in the above screenshot, you can see the best items to gift Ryoma are a European Dandy’s Kit, Milk Chocolate, and other western stuff.

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This doesn’t come as a surprise. Whenever you talk to Ryoma, you will see his interest in Western items, which is further evident by the fact that his secondary weapon is his trusty revolver. 

Rise of the Ronin Yew Koboku
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Now, you don’t have to pay that much attention to every character just to identify their favourite gifts. As we mentioned earlier, just look for the heart icon on the items, and you will be good to go. 


How to get Knot of Destiny and other best gifts for companions in Rise of the Ronin

During my playthrough, I found Knot of Destiny and other best gifts for companions in Rise of the Ronin while completing random encounters and opening chests. The random encounters usually rewarded more gift items, whereas the chests mostly offered equipment and consumables. 

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