Guide to Like a Dragon Ishin: Substories in Rakugai

In Like a Dragon Ishin, completing Substories or side quests, can contribute to 100% completion. This guide provides a list of all 12 Substories from the Rakugai district, including Palanquin Paladin, Sonno Joui, Bluffin’ Up the Wrong Alley, The Panthers’ Playmaker, and The Mysterious Merchant.

The Rakugai district in Kyo offers players Substories to complete. This guide lists all 12 Rakugai Substories to help players complete them all.

• Substory #18 – The Reclusive Son
• Substory #19 – Palanquin Paladin
• Substory #20 – Can I Quote You on That?
• Substory #21 – Sonno Joui
• Substory #22 – Ee Ja Not Ka
• Substory #23 – Bluffin’ Up the Wrong Alley
• Substory #24 – The Panthers’ Playmaker
• Substory #25 – The Sword Nut
• Substory #26 – The Battered Defender
• Substory #27 – The Mysterious Merchant
• Substory #28 – The Hungry Cat
• Substory #69 – The Spitfire Town Protector

Substory #18 – The Reclusive Son

To unlock this mission, players need to go to East Umekojicho in Rakugai’s central part. Angry Son and Flustered Mother can be found arguing there. Talk to the woman and promise to speak to her son. Players will then face a group of thugs. As a reward, players will get Iron Gauntlets and Platinum Chunk.

Find the interactive map for Substory #18 – The Reclusive Son on this page.

Substory #19 – Palanquin Paladin

Advance to at least Chapter 6 to unlock this mission. Players will be approached by a Serious Old Man in the south-western part of Rakugai. He will ask players to help guard the Palanquin transport, which they have to agree to. It’s important to save the game earlier since the Substory is easy to fail. While playing the task, quickly eliminate the enemies attacking the Palanquin. Players have to defeat the last group of thugs at the transport’s destination.

Find the interactive map for Substory #19 – Palanquin Paladin on this page.

Substory #20 – Can I Quote You on That?

Players need to be at least at Chapter 7 to unlock this mission. In the northern part of the district (East Umekojicho), players will be approached by a Kawaraban Vendor. Players have to deal with a group of loyalists, and Ryoma will agree to an interrogation that will take place after the Substory ends. The Kawaraban Vendor will be waiting next to the entrance to Shinsengumi Barracks in Mibu.

Find the interactive map for Substory #20 – Can I Quote You on That? on this page.

Substory #21 – Sonno Joui

To unlock this mission, players need to explore the western part of Rakugai (North Umekojicho) and find a Serious Young Man and Kind Foreigner talking. Find the interactive map for Substory #21 – Sonno Joui on this page.

The Substory of Kind Foreigner requires you to locate him twice. Firstly, you need to head towards Sannocho (near the north gate of Mukurogai), and secondly, you need to find him on the upper floor of the central building of the Mukurogai district (near Tachibanagumi HQ).

Substory #22 – Ee Ja Not Ka

To unlock this mission, you need to complete Substory #47 in the Fushimi District – Substory #47 – Ea Ja Nai Ka. Explore the Southeast Rakugai near the small shrine and the bridge to Mukurogai, where you will encounter a Crowd of Dancers.

Interactive Map: Substory #22 – Ee Ja Not Ka

About the Substory: Talk to the Old Woman and eliminate the group of enemies. You will receive Vermilion Fabric (crafting material) as a reward.

Substory #23 – Bluffin’ Up the Wrong Alley

To unlock this mission, you need to advance to at least Chapter 6 and reach the entrance to the Gambling Den in Sannocho. A cutscene with a group of ronins and Haraguchi will be displayed. You must decide to intervene.

Interactive Map: Substory #23 – Bluffin’ Up the Wrong Alley

About the Substory: You cannot continue with the substory right away. Return to the casino after some time, and a Gambler will appear. Talk to him and reach Mukurogai, where you will fight a large battle with thugs and finish the Substory.

Substory #24 – The Panthers’ Playmaker

To unlock this mission, you need to complete Substory #10 in Rakunai – Substory #10 – The Panthers’ Leading Man. Return to the farm (boat to Ryoma’s Villa in Fushimi), and Hirakawa representing the Black Panther Couriers will appear.

Interactive Map: Substory #24 – The Panthers’ Playmaker

About the Substory: Participate in the last courier race. It will take place at the bridge in Sannocho in Rakugai (near Gambling Den and Palanquin Ride) – there will be an exclamation mark there.

Substory #25 – The Sword Nut

To unlock this mission, visit the southeastern part of the district (Sannocho). East of the bridge to Mukurogai, you may be approached by Odd Man.

Interactive Map: Substory #25 – The Sword Nut

About the Substory: The man will ask you to bring him katanas (only to show him – you won’t give them to him). You will unlock a bond with the NPC Sword Nut, and the first katana to show him will be Ebony Sword.

Substory #26 – The Battered Defender

To unlock this mission, you need to advance to at least Chapter 5 and visit the southern part of the district. Near the gate leading to Fushimi, you will be stopped by Suspicious Man.

Interactive Map: Substory #26 – The Battered Defender

About the Substory: Watch the cutscene and give the man any medicine from your inventory (for example, Ointment, Vitality Pill). You will unlock a bond with the NPC Battered Defender,В and you won’t be able to talk to him again.

Substory #27 – The Mysterious Merchant

To unlock this mission, you need to advance to at least Chapter 4 and explore the hut in West Umekojicho. You will start a conversation with the mysterious man.

Interactive Map: Substory #27 – The Mysterious Merchant

The Mysterious Merchant is in need of 10 tomatoes, which can either be grown on the farm or purchased from the shop. Upon delivering them, you will receive 2 Ryo and unlock a bond with the NPC, allowing you to complete future orders.

Substory #28 – The Hungry Cat

To unlock this mission, progress to Chapter 4 and explore the central part of East Umekojicho. A cat lying on the ground will catch your attention.

Interactive Map: Substory #28 – The Hungry Cat

You will need to feed the cat any fish, which can be caught or purchased from the shop in Fushimi. Once you have done so, you will unlock a bond with the Hungry Cat and can continue to bring it more fish.

Completing the bond with the Hungry Cat will allow you to adopt it, a mechanic that is explained further on the Adopting dogs and cats page of the guide.

Substory #69 – The Spitfire Town Protector

To unlock this mission, reach the Chicken Racing area of Umekojicho in Chapter 4. You will witness an argument between a Timid Woman and Callous Man near the mini-game building.

Interactive Map: Substory #69 – The Spitfire Town Protector

In this substory, you will need to join the scene and deal with a group of thugs, with Yae making an appearance. Yae is also involved in Substories 67 and 68, which can be initiated by reaching Kurogane Smithing.

FAQ

What are Substories in Like a Dragon Ishin?

Substories in Like a Dragon Ishin are side missions that the player can complete throughout the game. These missions are not part of the main story, but they offer a chance to explore the game’s world and characters in more depth. Each Substory has its own unique story, characters, and tasks to complete. Players can find Substories by talking to NPCs, looking for markers on the map, or completing other tasks in the game. Completing Substories often rewards the player with experience points, items, and other bonuses.

How many Substories are in Like a Dragon Ishin?

Like a Dragon Ishin has a total of 52 Substories for the player to complete. These Substories range in difficulty and length, and offer a wide variety of tasks to complete. Some Substories are short and simple, while others are more complex and require the player to complete multiple tasks in order to finish. Players can track their progress on Substories by checking the completion percentage in the game’s menu.

What are some examples of Substories in Rakugai?

Some examples of Substories in Rakugai include “The Master Chef,” where the player must help a struggling chef regain his confidence by finding rare ingredients and creating a new dish, “The Drunkard’s Gambit,” where the player must help a drunkard win a game of dice in order to save his life, and “The Hero of Shinsengumi,” where the player must help a former samurai regain his honor by defeating a group of bandits. These Substories offer a wide variety of tasks and challenges, and often feature unique characters and stories that add depth to the game’s world.