In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Knowledge plays a crucial role in character progression. As you earn Knowledge Points (KP) and advance your Knowledge Rank, you unlock new abilities and improve existing ones through Mastery. If you're looking to level up quickly and maximize your potential, here's how to earn Knowledge Points efficiently.
How to Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Your Knowledge Rank
Your Knowledge Rank increases by collecting Knowledge Points, with each subsequent rank requiring more KP than the last. Fortunately, there are numerous activities across Feudal Japan that both Naoe and Yasuke can complete to gain these valuable points.
Knowledge Points are primarily earned through mindful exploration and skill development. The following activities will help boost your KP:
- Find and loot chests at Kofun burial mounds.
- Complete Kuji-Kiri meditation challenges.
- Practice Weapon Kata or Horse Archery.
- Discover all Lost Pages at Temples.
- Pay respect at Shrines.
While the amount of XP and loot may vary per activity, most of them award one Knowledge Point upon completion.
What Activity Gives the Most Knowledge Points Fast?
The time it takes to earn Knowledge Points varies depending on the activity type. Some early Kuji-Kiri missions involve longer cutscenes and flashback sequences tied to Naoe’s story, which can slow down your grind. Similarly, Kofuns and weapon training sessions differ in length based on complexity and player skill.
However, **Temples and Shrines** offer the fastest and most consistent way to farm Knowledge Points. These locations are generally straightforward and repeatable, making them ideal for rapid progression.
How to Grind Knowledge Points Quickly in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Some Knowledge Point-earning activities are character-specific, but Temples and Shrines are accessible to both Naoe and Yasuke. That said, **Naoe is your best bet** when grinding for KP due to her superior mobility and traversal mechanics.
To speed up your progress, head to a Shrine or Temple and complete the required tasks as Naoe:
- Shrines: Pray at designated structures.
- Temples: Locate and collect Lost Pages.
To complete these efficiently, run through the area while holding your Focus button (LT / L2 or custom mapped key). Focus highlights nearby objectives with white or blue indicators, allowing you to locate pages or prayer spots quickly.
Naoe’s faster movement speed and parkour abilities—like the grappling hook—make reaching elevated or hidden areas much easier compared to Yasuke. This gives her a significant edge when farming Lost Pages in Temples.
Whenever possible, continue engaging in other KP-earning activities like Kofun looting, Kuji-Kiri, and combat drills to steadily increase your Knowledge Rank.
By focusing on Shrines and Temples with Naoe and staying active in other Knowledge-generating tasks, you’ll level up your Knowledge Rank quickly and unlock powerful new skills throughout your journey in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.
