"Locate All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Tips and Locations"

Commerce has always been a catalyst for progress, and this holds true even in the world of *Assassin's Creed Shadows*. However, not all trade is conducted with honor. If you're on the hunt for the Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, you're in the right place. Let's dive into how you can locate each member of this clandestine syndicate.

The Iron Hand in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

The Iron Hand questline unfolds after Naoe masters the art of the tea ceremony from Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. As the story progresses, Imai Sokun alerts Naoe to a syndicate impersonating House Imai for nefarious purposes. Your mission is to uncover and dismantle this secret merchant syndicate, which consists of five key members, each managing a different facet of their illicit operations. You can choose to deal with them lethally or non-lethally, depending on your approach.

How and Where to Find All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

As you embark on this quest early in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, you'll need to explore the world, uncover key locations, and follow clues to track down each target. Let's eliminate the guesswork and guide you directly to each member.

Merchant Tamao

Tamao, a notorious dealer in contraband, isn't one to hide his activities. Bypass the intel gathering and head straight to the Yamashiro region. In the heart of Kyoto, locate Honpoji Temple on the east side. From there, head west to find Tamao's brewery. His staff's chatter will lead you to him; he's holed up inside, refusing to come out. Draw him out by smashing the barrels in the courtyard. Once he emerges, you can confront him and proceed to your next target.

Merchant Kanta

Deeper into the Iron Hand investigation, you'll find that not all merchants are willingly part of the syndicate. Merchant Kanta, located in the Mouth of Seta in the Omi region, is one such case. You can choose to attack him or use the Observe mechanic to uncover evidence that he's being coerced. Spare his life, and he'll go on to become a captain in Imai Sokun's merchant fleet.

Merchant Ginroku

Ginroku specializes in selling rare delicacies to the elite around Miyazu Bay. To find him, travel west to the Tamba region, just southwest of Miyazu Castle across the bridge. You have the option to eliminate him for his involvement with the Iron Hand or search nearby huts for a crucial letter that could spare his life. If spared, he'll continue his business with the legitimate House Imai, gaining access to affluent clients at Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

Kin-no-suke's ostentatious displays of wealth are a red flag. He's known to employ bandits to steal from others to bolster his business, prompting an investigation by Naoe and Yasuke. Head to the city of Obama in Wakasa, just east of the Trading Port, where you'll find him surrounded by bodyguards. Use stealth tactics like smoke bombs and assassinations to take them down and eliminate Kin-no-suke.

Iron Hand

Finally, you'll confront the head of the syndicate, the Iron Hand himself, located in a highly fortified area. Make your way to Tamba and approach Fukuchiyama Castle, near the region's center. Scan the south side of the castle walls to find him. Prepare for a challenging battle, as he's well-guarded. Thin out the guards stealthily before engaging the Iron Hand. Once defeated, return to Imai Sokun to claim your rewards.

That wraps up your guide to locating all the Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*. For more tips and assistance, be sure to check out The Escapist.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.*