All Gestures Checklist

All Gestures Checklist Overview

The checklist is located below this introductory text.

This checklist contains every Gesture obtainable in Bloodborne. Gestures are cosmetic emotes used for communication in multiplayer and roleplaying. They have no effect on combat, character progression, or, except one special case, gameplay mechanics.

How to collect all Gestures in Bloodborne

The first batch of Gestures is unlocked at the beginning of the game and are available from the start.

Almost every other Gesture is tied to NPC questlines and are commonly rewarded for interacting with a select NPC on every step. With planning and not failing any quest, it is possible to get all Gestures in a single playthrough.

Missable Gestures

The vast majority Gestures depend on NPC questlines and can be missed if those questlines are failed or abandoned, making Gestures the most easy to miss collectibles in Bloodborne. If you're aiming for a complete collection, thoroughly explore every area and use our All Questlines Checklists throughout your playthrough.

About Gestures in Bloodborne

Gestures allow players to express themselves in both online and offline play. They are commonly used to greet other Hunters, celebrate victories, or communicate without voice or text chat during co-op and PvP sessions. Except for one case, they don't provide gameplay benefits, but are an iconic part of the Soulsborne multiplayer experience.

Unlike later FromSoftware games, Bloodborne features a relatively small collection of Gestures. However, several are tied to memorable NPC interactions and are easy to miss without thoroughly exploring the game.

One specific Gesture is tied to a gameplay mechanic and it is the "Make Contact" gesture. See more information on the "Moon (Tier 3)" Caryll Rune item, which requires gesturing in front of the Mother Brain in Mergo's Loft abyss.

Related Checklists

Open the Bloodborne 100% Completion Hub for every checklist. See also All Questlines, All Caryll Runes, and All Messenger Skins.

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All Gestures

There are 23 gestures in this checklist.

✓		Gesture	Description
		Shake Off Cape Nearest Lamp: Central Yharnam Gesture	Missable! Complete Eileen the Crow - Step 1 from her questline. Location of Shake Off Cape:
		Approval Nearest Lamp: Tomb of Oedon Gesture	Missable! Complete Eileen the Crow - Step 3 from her questline. Location of Approval:
		Pray Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Missable! Complete Alfred - Step 1 from his questline. Location of Pray:
		Triumph Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Given by Oedon Chapel Dweller after the first NPC arrives here. See the "Potential Oedon Chapel Guests" section under All Questlines Checklists for more information. Location of Triumph:
		Church Bow (male) Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Missable! Complete Alfred - Step 4 from his questline and deliver him Unopened Summons. Location of Church Bow (male):
		Curtsy Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Missable! Progress Arianna's questline to Arianna - Step 2. Location of Curtsy:
		Shh! Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Missable! Complete Eileen the Crow - Step 2 from her questline. Location of Shh!:
		Wait Nearest Lamp: Grand Cathedral Gesture	Missable! Obtained during Eileen the Crow - Step 4 from her questline. Location of Wait:
		Brush Off Dust Nearest Lamp: Old Yharnam Gesture	Missable! Finish Djura's questline to Djura - Step 3. Location of Brush Off Dust:
		League Oath Nearest Lamp: Forbidden Woods Gesture	Missable! Use the first Vermin for Valtr. Location of League Oath:
		Church Bow (Female) Nearest Lamp: Cathedral Ward Gesture	Missable! You must get snatched to Hypogean Gaol before defeating Rom, the Vacuous Spider boss. Find Adella at Hypogean Gaol and send her to Oedon Chapel. Talk to her there and she will teach you the gesture. Location of Church Bow (Female):
		Beg for Life Nearest Lamp: Lecture Building 2nd Floor Gesture	Given by Patches the Spider after descending the ladder to him. Location of Beg for Life:
		Make Contact Nearest Lamp: Upper Cathedral Ward Gesture	At the top part of the orphanage, interact with the corpse past a locked door, guarded by two Mindsuckers. Location of Make Contact:
		Respect Nearest Lamp: Vileblood Queen's Chamber Gesture	Take the Vileblood oath. Location of Respect:
		Deep Respect Nearest Lamp: Vileblood Queen's Chamber Gesture	Give Annalise the first Blood Dreg. Location of Deep Respect:
		Roar Nearest Lamp: Vileblood Queen's Chamber Gesture	Missable! Complete Alfred - Step 5 from his questline, so he kills Annalise. Location of Roar:
		Point Forward Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Point Forward:
		Hunter's Salutation Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Hunter's Salutation:
		Sit Down Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Sit Down:
		Hunter's Rally Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Hunter's Rally:
		Joy Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Joy:
		Conviciton Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Conviciton:
		Wave Nearest Lamp: Hunter's Dream Gesture	Starting gesture. Location of Wave:

FAQ

How many Gestures are in Bloodborne?

This checklist tracks 23 Gestures. Most are cosmetic emotes for multiplayer and roleplay, with one special gameplay exception.

Are Gestures missable in Bloodborne?

Yes. The vast majority are tied to NPC questlines and are among the easiest collectibles to miss. Plan quests carefully and use the All Questlines Checklist.

Can I get all Gestures in one playthrough?

Yes. With planning and without failing quests, it is possible to obtain every Gesture in a single playthrough. The first batch is available from the start of the game.

Does any Gesture affect gameplay?

Yes. "Make Contact" is tied to a gameplay mechanic. It is required for the Moon (Tier 3) Caryll Rune, which needs the gesture in front of the Mother Brain in the Mergo's Loft abyss.

Do Gestures help in combat?

Except for that special case, Gestures do not affect combat, progression, or mechanics. They are mainly for greeting Hunters, celebrating, or communicating in co-op and PvP.

Where do most Gestures come from?

Almost every Gesture after the starting set is rewarded by interacting with NPCs at the right quest steps.

How do I use this checklist?

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Where can I see my whole Bloodborne progress?

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