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Written By: Swiftshark (Oliver Ferrier)
Email:
[email protected]
Last Updated: February 7th 2003 - Final Version
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Game Title: TENCHU "Stealth Assassins" (NTSC Version)
Platform: Playstation
Creators: Activision, Acquire, Sony Music Entertainment
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| TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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1. Copyright Information
2. Update Information
3. Introduction
4. Weapons and Items Overview
5. Weapons and Items Listing
5.1 Basic Weapons and Items
5.2 Advanced Weapons and Items
6. Secret Weapons and Items (Debug Menu)
6.1 Debug Item Translations
7. Weapon and Item Cheats
7.1 Unlock All Items
7.2 Increase Item Inventory
7.3 Increase Carrying Capacity To 99
7.4 Access Debug Menu
8. Thanks / Credits
9. Closing Thoughts
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1. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION |
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This FAQ is the property of Oliver Ferrier (A.K.A Swiftshark) and is
subject to all applicable copyright laws. Anyone wanting to post this
FAQ on any websites or other form of publication must request
permission in writing by emailing me at the address found at the top of
this document. Chances are that I will grant you permission provided
that you do keep the FAQ in its complete form, you do not charge people
for accessing the FAQ and that you give me the proper credit for the
FAQ.
Presently the only websites permitted to host this FAQ are:
-www.Gamefaqs.com
-www.Neoseeker.com
-www.Tenchu.de
If you are reading this FAQ on any other site than those listed above
then please email me at
[email protected] and let me know. Thanks.
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2. UPDATES |
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February 7th 2003: Finished this FAQ and submitted the "Final Version".
All previous update information has been deleted for
easier reading.
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3. INTRODUCTION |
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Welcome to my TENCHU "WEAPONS/ITEMS FAQ". Here you will find everything
that you need to know regarding the various Weapons and Items that you
can acquire and use throughout this incredible game. You will also be
able to unlock a few Secret Weapons and Items that can only be found by
accessing a hidden menu. There is however no "Mission Guide" or
"Walkthrough" contained within this document due to the fact that there
are already plenty FAQS available to cover that aspect of the game. If
you must contact me then feel free to email me at
[email protected]. If you don't receive a response please don't
take it personal, it may just take a while as I often work on multiple
projects simultaneously.
PLEASE ONLY EMAIL ME WITH QUESTIONS NOT FOUND IN ANY OTHER FAQS ON
THIS SITE- (Note: Garbage and Spam will be purged so make sure
you type "TENCHU" in the subject line if you want to make it past Mr.
Recycle Bin)
With that said, enjoy the FAQ!
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4. WEAPONS AND ITEMS OVERVIEW |
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Tenchu's gameplay relies heavily upon your proper usage and acquisition of
several different Weapons and Items. You might need to use them for attacking,
evading, camouflaging, replenishing as well as a host of other reasons. These
Weapons and Items are unlocked and made available to you in a variety of ways
as described below.
FOUND: Several Weapons and Items can be found throughout the various levels.
^^^^^^ The locations depend on the Enemy Layout that is being played. (There
are three different Enemy Layouts for each level (See Codes Page for
more info on this)
GRANDMASTER: Every time you complete a level with a "GRANDMASTER" Rating a new
^^^^^^^^^^^^ Item will be unlocked and subsequently displayed on the right
wall rack in the "ITEMS SCREEN". In the Following section you
will find a detailed breakdown of each of these Weapons and
Items as well as their locations within your "ITEMS SCREEN".
CHEATING: By taking advantage of several button codes you can both unlock as
^^^^^^^^^ well as increase your Weapon/Item inventory. More detailed
information on these cheat codes can be found in section 7.
DEBUG MODE: Tenchu has a secret menu hidden within the game that is only
^^^^^^^^^^ accessible by using another button code and once opened it will
allow you to tweak, modify and play with almost every facet of the
game. One of the best features in this mode is the ability to
unlock several new Secret Weapons and Items that otherwise would
never be available for use. I will discuss this more in section 6
and the "Debug Code" can be found in section 7.
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5. WEAPONS AND ITEMS LISTING |
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In this section I will provide a detailed description of each Weapon and Item
that you have access to as well as those that must be acquired by
"Grandmastering" each level. Note that all of these Weapons and Items will be
displayed within your "ITEMS SCREEN".
If you want to see a screenshot of this "ITEMS SCREEN" then you can copy and
paste the following link into your browser. (Thank you to www.Tenchu.de)
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http://www.tenchu3.de/english/tenchu1/items.html <<<
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5.1 BASIC WEAPONS AND ITEMS |
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Here is a comprehensive breakdown of each Weapon and Item that is immediately
available for display within your "ITEMS SCREEN" when first starting the game.
These Items can be easily distinguished due to the fact that they all sit on
the two shelves located in the middle of the screen. NOTE: The "Grappling
Hook" is not displayed because you always carry it with you as a default Item.
Below is a rough diagram of the Basic Weapon and Item locations on the two
shelves. Note: The location numbers correlate to the listings below.
"ITEMS SCREEN"
__1__2__3__4__ (Top Shelf)
__5__6__7__8__ (Bottom Shelf)
1. SHURIKEN: These are your typical Ninja Throwing Stars. They have four
++++++++ points and inflict 15 HP of damage to your enemies. SHURIKEN are
useful weapons to strike enemy guards from long range in that you
can hit them and quickly hide from view until the guard returns
to <"?"> mode. If you employ this technique you can kill your
enemy without ever being spotted. It is also a quickly released
Item, which helps during boss battles, and other close encounters
with enemies. SHURIKEN will also kill unaware dogs and wolves in
one hit provided they are unaware of your presence.
2. HEALING POTION: These little jugs restore your health to 100% when you
++++++++++++++ drink one. You can usually find at least one of these in
every level depending on the layout and they are obviously
useful. However, the animation associated with drinking
this potion takes about 3 seconds so if you are in the
midst of a battle it would be advisable to get to a safe
spot before taking it. If you are hit while taking it you
might drop it.
3. CALTROPS: These are little spikes that you can throw behind you to slow
++++++++ pursuing guards and Bosses. Whoever steps on one will lose 3 HP
and will hop around momentarily while grabbing their injured
foot. If you accidentally step on one yourself the same thing
will happen to you and while hopping around you will be
vulnerable to additional attacks.
4. GRENADES: GRENADES are extremely useful and valuable weapons in that they
++++++++ inflict a hefty 30HP of damage and send the enemy flying
backwards onto their back. This can be very useful time for you
to use other Items like Healing Potions. GRENADES are scattered
throughout the game and make the Boss Battles much easier than
otherwise. You will notice that sometimes a GENADE does not
explode (a dud). When this happens simply pick up the GRENADE
again and re-use it as this should not happen twice in a row.
5. SMOKE BOMBS: These are used mainly as a way to buy yourself some time to
+++++++++++ either escape, strike or prepare another item. Once activated
this Item will create a cloud of smoke that temporarily blinds
and confuses your enemy. Keep in mind that certain enemies
also carry SMOKE BOMBS and the same will happen to you if they
use one on you. SMOKE BOMBS can be found in various levels as
with the previous Items.
6. MINES: These are extremely powerful in that they inflict 35 HP of damage to
+++++ anyone who steps on one. These MINES cannot be thrown, they must be
dropped but you can improvise greatly by dropping them off ledges
etc. and into your victim's path. Be careful to not step on one
yourself. Also, once placed you cannot pick it up again.
7. POISENED RICE BALLS: These POISONED RICE BALLS lure any unaware enemy
+++++++++++++++++++ (including dogs and wolves) to them. Once consumed
they inflict a temporary paralysis on the enemy but do
not inflict any HP damage. This Item is especially
useful when there are multiple guards in one area as
you can lure one away and thereby divide and conquer
them in total stealth. Often times you can attack your
enemy while he or she is walking towards this POISONED
RICE BALL and kill them before they ever consume it.
This way one RICE BALL can last you a long time if
used correctly.
8. COLORED RICE: This Item is used as a marker for you to remember where
++++++++++++ you've already been or for whatever other reason you would
want to mark a specific spot or area. It is the least useful
of the Items but perhaps a novice first time player might
find some short term value for it.
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The following Weapons and Items are unlocked one at a time by "Grandmastering"
each level as indicated below. These Items will be displayed on the right wall
rack within your "Items Screen". Note: Each character must unlock their Items
individually although the Items are identical for both.
Here is a rough diagram of each Weapon and Item's location on the wall rack,
which is found on the right side of your "ITEMS SCREEN".
__6__
__1__|
|__7__
__2__|
|__8__ Note: Location numbers correlate to the listing below.
__3__|
|__9__
__4__|
|__10_
__5__|
|__11_
1. LIGHTFOOT SCROLL: This Item allows you to travel at great speeds for a
++++++++++++++++ short amount of time. It feels as though you are moving
at a speed of about 50 MPH and you better use it far from
cliffs and bottomless pits as it is difficult to turn or
avoid obstacles.
Mission: Punish The Evil Merchant
(Grandmaster this mission to unlock that Item)
2. PROTECTION AMULET: While this Item is equipped your defense will be
+++++++++++++++++ increased for a period of time. The amount of damage
that you would normally receive during a Boss battle
will also be reduced significantly. Make sure that you
activate this Item while at a safe distance as a hit
from an enemy or Boss will cause you to drop it.
Mission: Rescue The Captive Ninja
3. NINJA ARMOR: This is a very unique Item in that it is automatically
+++++++++++ equipped throughout the level provided you selected it while
in the "Item Screen". With this armor on you will only lose
half the normal HP per blow. It also gives your character a
unique appearance.
Mission: Execute The Corrupt Minister
4. RESURRECTION LEAF: This Item will restore your life to 100% if you die at
+++++++++++++++++ any point during the level. It need not be activated as
simply having it on you is sufficient.
Mission: Destroy The Foreign Pirates
5. DOG BONE: The DOG BONE Item causes an attack dog to magically appear that
++++++++ will then attack the nearest enemy. Unfortunately it is not too
accurate and takes quite a while to kill your average guard but
it can be a fun event to watch from a safe distance.
(Note: Guards do not retaliate to its attacks)
Mission: Reclaim The Castle
6. SUPER SHURIKEN: This Weapon allows you to fire 8 SHURIKEN simultaneously.
++++++++++++++ The main drawback with this weapon is the inability to aim
or strike from a distance. This Weapon is most effective
when your opponent is right in front of you at point blank
range.
Mission: Training Level
7. FIRE-EATER SCROLL: This Weapon allows you to breathe a plume of fire on
+++++++++++++++++ your victim. The breath of fire lasts approximately 3
seconds and will set the recipient on fire temporarily.
It is a difficult Item to use in that the triggering
animation takes about 2 seconds during which time you
are vulnerable to attacks.
Mission: Deliver The Secret Message
8. SLEEPING POTION: This Item puts guards and innocents to sleep. Unless they
+++++++++++++++ are roused they will continue to sleep ensuring that they
won't spot you. A great feature associated with this Item
is the ability to aim and fire it from a distance which
allows you to remain out of sight. You can also use this
Item on bosses but they wake up within seconds so the only
advantage is using that time to take a health potion or
something.
Mission: Cross The Checkpoint
9. SHADOW DECOY: This Item creates a balloon that resembles a Ninja and causes
++++++++++++ enemies to attack it which keeps them distracted while you
can move on by. There is not much use for this Item
unfortunately as it causes enemies to be on the alert which
means that you'll have to wait for the decoy to disappear
before you can Stealth kill them.
Mission: Infiltrate The Manji Cult
10. CAMELION SPELL: This is one of the most useful and creative Items in the
++++++++++++++ game. Basically it allows you to look like one of the
enemies or one of the innocent civilian people. While
donning this garment no enemy will be alerted by your
presence. (Bosses will not be fooled though) The effect
will last for a good amount of time but will disappear
when you Stealth Kill someone. Also depending on the level
you are in the actual garment will look different.
Mission: Cure The Princess
11. DECOY WHISTLE: This Item allows you to mimic animal noises and is most
+++++++++++++ useful when guards are alerted but not in chase. It will
make alerted guards believe that a wild animal is lurking
in the shadows rather than a Ninja like yourself. This Item
is infinite meaning you can't run out of ammo.
Mission: Free The Princess
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6. SECRET WEAPONS AND ITEMS |
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The following Secret Weapons and Items are only made available to you by
accessing the hidden "DEBUG MENU" within the game. (Section 7.4 provides the
precise instructions for accessing this menu) Once you are in the DEBUG MENU
select "CHARGE ITEM" which will bring you to another screen. You will quickly
realize that most of the items are written in Japanese. Each regular Item is
selectable from this menu but for the purpose of this FAQ I am only going to
focus on the Secret Items and Weapons found only there. At the end of this
section I have included a complete translation of these Japanese terms.
1. GUN: This Weapon is exactly what the name implies. The only thing is that
+++ the gun is not visibly held but rather the bullets are shot from your
body. (Remember, this is not an intended weapon for you to use) The
Gun is very effective in that it will stop any guard or Boss in his
tracks and makes you an unstoppable force. However, you cannot kill in
stealth with this weapon although the shots are not loud.
2. YUMI: This Item allows you to fire arrows. Again, like with the gun, the
++++ bow is not visible and the arrows shoot out from your body. It is a
very cool weapon though as you can really fill guards with numerous
arrows which can be fun.
3. KAEN: This Item sets you on fire. I have yet to find a useful purpose for
++++ this but that is what it does.
4. LIGHTNING BOLT: This weapon is the same as the one that Lord Mei-oh uses
++++++++++++++ when you face him at the end of the game. It allows you to
fire off a stream of lightning from your body which will
send all enemies flying back while taking much HP from
them. This is one cool Weapon to toy around with.
5. THE WORLD: This is probably the coolest Secret Item of them all. This Item
+++++++++ allows you to teleport to whatever spot you aim for. It leaves a
trace of blue lights behind and is just a super fun way to
travel all over the place in a flash.
Note: All of these Secret Weapons and Items are displayed on your in-game
screen by an "Explosion Icon".
For a full translation for all of the regular the Weapons and Items as well as
other DEBUG questions please refer to RBASSETT's "DEBUG MODE FAQ" by copying
and pasting the following link into your browser.
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http://db.gamefaqs.com/console/psx/file/tenchu_debug.txt <<<
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6.1 DEBUG ITEM TRANSLATIONS |
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SHURIKEN = Ninja Throwing Stars.
SMOKE = Smoke Bombs
MAKABISI = Caltrops
FIRE = Grenades
JIRAI = Mines
KUSURI = Health
KAGINAWA =Grappling Hook
GUN = Gun
YUMI = Arrows
KAEN = Instantly set yourself on fire
DOKUDANGO = Poison Rice
RIKIMARUKOCHAN = Shadow Decoy
GOSIKIMAI = Colored Rice
HAPPOU = Super Shuriken
NINKEN = Dog Bone
NEMURIGUSURI = Sleeping Potion
KAENGEKI = Fire Scroll
KAWARIMI = Resurrection Leaf
GOSHINFUDA = Protection Amulet
MANEBUE = Ninja Armor
HENSIN = Chameleon Uniform
SHINSOKU = Lightfoot Scroll
LIGHTNING BOLT = Lord Mei-oh's weapon
THE WORLD = Teleportation
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7. WEAPON AND ITEM CHEATS |
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Here is a listing of all cheat codes relating to this particular aspect of the
game only. For a complete listing of all available Tenchu cheats you can
simply copy and paste the following link into your browser.
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http://www.tenchu3.de/english/tenchu1/cheats2.html <<<
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7.1 UNLOCK ALL ITEMS |
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At the "ITEM'S SCREEN" Hold R1 and press: LEFT, LEFT, DOWN, DOWN, SQUARE,
SQUARE, TRIANGLE, CIRCLE.
This will unlock every Item on the wall rack.
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7.2 INCREASE ITEM INVENTORY |
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At the "ITEM'S SCREEN" Hold L2 and press: LEFT, LEFT, DOWN, DOWN, SQUARE,
SQUARE, TRIANGLE, X.
This code will increase each Item by 1 each time entered.
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7.3 INCREASE CARRYING CAPACITY TO 99 |
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At the "ITEM'S SCREEN" hold L1 and press: LEFT, LEFT, DOWN, DOWN, SQUARE,
SQUARE, TRIANGLE, SQUARE.
This code will increase your overall Item carrying capacity to 99 which means
you can now play levels while armed to the teeth.
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NOTE: This is done during gameplay.
Pause the game and Hold L1 + R2 and press: UP, TRIANGLE, DOWN, X, LEFT,
SQUARE, RIGHT, CIRCLE.
Now Release L1 + R2 and then press: L1, R1, L2, R2. Wait a little and then
press Start. The screen should slightly
move/freeze.
When that happens press: L2 + R2
A blue screen will now pop up which will then show you the choices available
within the DEBUG MENU. Select "Charge Item" and then choose the Item that you
wish to use.
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8. THANKS AND CREDITS |
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Thank you to CJAYC for Gamefaqs.com
Thank you to NEOSEEKER for a great site to host my work.
Thank you to Sony for the Playstation console.
Thank you to Activision for one of the greatest game series ever made.
A very special THANK YOU goes out to Selenia and Chris Butterworth over at
www.Tenchu.De for their exceptional Tenchu related site and community. I
recommend any Tenchu fan to go take a look around. You will not be
disappointed!
Also I'd like to thank RBASSETT for writing a very well done "Debug Mode" FAQ.
^^^^^^^^
And last but not least, Thank you to (YOUR NAME HERE) for reading this FAQ.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
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9. CLOSING THOUGHTS |
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Hopefully you enjoyed reading through this FAQ and it helped answer some of
your questions regarding this aspect of the game. Tenchu is by far one of the
best games that I have ever come across. If you enjoyed playing TENCHU then
you should also check out the following games as well:
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TENCHU 2: Birth of the Stealth Assassins (Platform: PSX)
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Story wise TENCHU 2 is a prequel to this game and includes a whopping seven
Stealth Kills per character. There are also three characters available to play
with and many more missions and quite a few new Weapons and Items. I have also
written a Weapons/Items FAQ for this game.
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TENCHU 3: Wrath of Heaven (Platform: PS2)
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TENCHU 3 takes place one year after this game and also has three characters
available. There are many more Stealth Kills available for each character. I
have also written a couple of FAQS for TENCHU 3 and you can find those on any
of the permitted sites as listed towards the top of this document.
If you have any questions, comments or relevant contributions that you wish to
submit then feel free to send me an email with "Tenchu" typed in the subject
line. You can find my contact information at the top of this document.
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