As a long-time admirer of Sucker Punch Productions and their captivating storytelling, I eagerly await the arrival of Ghost of Yotei. The intriguing blend of history, culture, and mythology that the team has woven into this sequel is truly enthralling.
The upcoming sequel to Ghost of Tsushima has sparked a range of feelings among fans, not everyone being thrilled with the change in main character. Nevertheless, it seems that the Sucker Punch team has dropped some hints about the possible plot for Ghost of Yotei, and the choice of a female protagonist isn’t haphazard.
Automaton’s editors spotted a post from Itsuji Tangiku, a Japanese historian, who highlighted some intriguing details. A scholar focusing on the culture and linguistics of the Ainu (an indigenous people primarily residing in Hokkaido) expressed excitement over the fact that GoY is situated in Hokkaido during 1603. This expert believes that “this alignment isn’t accidental” as it fittingly connects the game with the idea of the “Ghost.
Ghost of sheep-hoof mountain
The key concept for the upcoming “Ghost of Tsushima” sequel is meant to be pivotal. The Sucker Punch team emphasized that they have moved away from Jin Sakai’s story and the island of Tsushima, focusing instead on the idea of the “Ghost,” which in a way, suggests a sort of resurrection.
In the title of the latest game, Tangiku notes that the mountain is referred to as a “ghost place name.” Originating in more recent times, the name ‘Yotei’ wasn’t used until after 1603. During that period, the mountain (actually a dormant volcano) was called Machineshiri by the Ainu people. The Japanese referred to it as Shiribeshi Yama, which, when translated with kanji, means “Koho Yotei-Zan,” or ‘sheep-hoof mountain.’ Over time, its name was shortened to simply Yotei-Zan.
Satire of Japanese colonialism?
As a devoted fan, I find it intriguing that the game’s choice of using the contemporary name for the mountain doesn’t seem like a typical decision. However, Tangiku posits an interesting theory linking this to the game’s narrative. While the storyline of Ghost of Yotei remains shrouded in mystery (with only the trailer providing hints), according to this researcher, a significant clue could be the time period: the year 1603.
It’s unlikely that a new game would continue the storylines from Ghost of Tsushima, given that it’s been mentioned and also considering the significant time gap – 329 years – between the two games’ settings. In the 17th century, Japan was no longer faced with Mongol invasions as they had become a thing of the past.
1604 saw a significant event according to Tangiku: following Tokugawa’s triumph in the Battle of Sekigahara, the Matsumae clan, who had previously dominated their rivals in the Koshamain no tatakai war (1457-1551), was granted exclusive trading rights with the Ainu. This marked the start of their decline as rulers of Hokkaido. Two centuries later, the region was turned into a fish farm, initiating Japan’s colonization of the island.
Back in the day, I’ve come across the name Shiribeshi Yama, but it seems that reference from 659 might not be pointing to the same peak as we know today. However, during the Meiji era, they started calling it by a similar name. Now, Tangiku suggests this could be a subtle jab at Japanese colonialism – an intriguing thought!
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Female mountain personified
Based on the context provided by Tangiku, it’s possible to hypothesize the storyline for “Ghost of Yotei“. It could be that the central focus revolves around the struggle between the Japanese and the Ainu as a primary theme.
Incidentally, the title mountain might hold a connection to the female character as well, for in the Ainu language, Machineshiri means “female mountain.” This could imply that Atsu might be symbolically linked to Mount Yotei, much like how Jin Sakai was associated with the storm in Ghost of Tsushima. His weapon is famously known as “The Storm of Clan Sakai.” Moreover, some enthusiasts argue that this could mark Atsu as the first main character to represent the Ainu.
It’s apparent that Sucker Punch studio put considerable thought into the direction they wanted to take their samurai series. We’ll find out if the second game will be as successful as the Tsushima episode once Ghost of Yotei, scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 in 2025, hits the shelves.
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2024-09-25 15:02