Part of the fun of Ghost of Tsushima is customizing your character to suit your playstyle. Not only that, but you can also DIY your gear to suit your cosmetic needs. One of the ways you can do this is to visit the Black Dye Merchant, which - as the name suggests - sells black dyed gear that you can use.
But how does this merchant work and where is it located? In this guide, we'll show you everything you need to know about the Dark Dye Merchant in Ghost of Tsushima.
Black Dye Merchant Location
Unlike the White Dye Merchant, which you can visit very early in Act 1, the Black Dye Merchant is only available when you reach Act 2. You will need to free Lord Shimura in the “A New Horizon” mission. to access the central part of Tsushima Island called Toyotama.
The Black Dye Merchant is located in a small cave in Kawamata Village, in the middle of Toyotama on the east side. As you approach, you'll likely have to defeat some patrolling Mongols. Use the image above to guide you.
Enter the cave and you can speak with the black dye merchant. Remember that once you locate it, you can now quickly travel to its location.
Purpose of the Black Dye Merchant
The Black Dye Merchant sells black-dyed gear, such as bows and different armor. Some items are inaccessible until you complete certain missions, which are noted next to that item in the merchant's goods list.
Like White Dye items, you will have to pay for Black Dye items and Bloom armor sets instead of the regular currency.
Find flowers to craft black dye equipment
Flowers are a common resource found throughout Tsushima Island. Always make sure to pick them up by pressing "R2" when you encounter them while exploring or traveling between objectives.
You can find a greater amount of flowers at Shinto shrines, so keep that in mind if you're having trouble getting your hands on them naturally.
There are merchants who can also dye your equipment with other colors. You can find them on the map as indicated by their ability to sell Vanity Gear.
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