SPOILER WARNING: This article contains spoilers for Yasuke’s personal story, as well as the involvement of the Templar in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
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After Yasuke hears rumors of "worse men" from his past being active in Japan, the Yasuke’s Past quests will require players to complete the Templar Hunt Objective Board. Here’s a detailed guide on how to find and eliminate every Templar target in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, starting with Kimura Kei.
How to Find the Templar Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Your first clue about Kimura Kei's whereabouts will come from a ronin contact in Kii. You can find him in the central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If you're having trouble locating him, consider using Scouts to pinpoint his exact position. Look for a building marked with green flags next to a cherry blossom tree. Inside, you'll meet a ronin wearing Oda Clan attire. Engage him in conversation, and he will direct you to a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.
Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie
Kumabe Ujiie is located in the northern part of Kii, at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of the Kongobuji Temple. You'll see him walking with a group of ronin, but avoid engaging them. Approach Kumabe Ujiie and choose the “I seek guidance” dialogue option. Follow him, and he will eventually reveal Kimura Kei's location.
How and Where to Assassinate Kimura Kei
Kimura Kei's Training Grounds are situated in the southwest portion of Kii, just north of the shore, midway between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Upon arriving, follow the other students to reach Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and order his students to attack.
You'll find yourself surrounded by aggressive ronin. Defeat them, but be prepared for more to come as you advance towards Kimura Kei. Equip your highest level armor and weapons for this fight. Exploding red barrels along the path can be used to your advantage; shoot them with your bow or teppo to clear groups of enemies efficiently.
The confrontation with Kimura Kei triggers a multi-phase boss fight that cannot be resolved with a stealth assassination. Equip armor with an engraving that enhances your ability to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei will use many of these.
In the first phase, he wields a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable, then use posture attacks and abilities to break his armor. When his armor is nearly destroyed, he switches to a Long Katana and a standard Katana, increasing his use of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking when safe.
When Kimura Kei's health reaches about half, the battle shifts outside. He unleashes highly damaging unblockable attacks using both Katana. Dodge frequently and maintain distance when necessary. Ranged attacks with a bow or teppo can be effective here.
Every Reward for Killing Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Defeating Kimura Kei grants 3,000 XP, some Mon, and the Templar-themed Destroyer Samurai Armor and Helmet. The armor features an engraving that reduces the impact of enemy attacks, while the helmet boosts Yasuke's damage by 10% for every 10% of health he's missing.
How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Once you've defeated the Shinbakufu, the Silver Queen will appear on the Templar Board, assisting the Portuguese in their raids on Tamba. To reach her, you'll need to speak with several contacts, starting with a spy.
Where to Find and Talk to The Spy
The spy you need to consult about the Silver Queen is located in Southeast Tamba, in the Silver Lands. Once in the investigation area, look for him sitting on a rug under a small structure near a wooden cart and crates. He will provide the Silver Queen's location.
Where to Meet the Silver Queen
You'll find the Silver Queen in Tada, just Northeast of the Tada Kakurega, conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and speak to her, then follow her to her home where you'll share tea and subsequently wake up in Tada Silver Mine.
How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine
Upon waking from the drugged tea in Tada Silver Mine, sprint into the door to break it open. After neutralizing the guards, you can choose to fight or sneak out. Sneaking is the most efficient method. Head southwest out of the mine, dealing with any enemies you encounter on the way.
How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi
The Silver Queen will task Yasuke with rescuing her brother in exchange for information about his true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north towards Kameyama Castle. If you need to replenish Ammo or Rations, there's a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.
Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating guards as you follow the suggested path. Inside the living quarters, you'll find a dying servant who will give you a key to the castle’s Tenshu.
How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana
With the key to the castle’s Tenshu in hand, enter the main castle building under the Viewpoint and unlock the marked door to find Akechi Mitsuyoshi. Follow him as he escapes, using your bow or teppo to take out distant threats. After his escape, return to the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar after defeating him and his surrounding soldiers. Use abilities and posture attacks to break Baltazar's guard and deal critical damage.
Once Baltazar is defeated and the Katana is retrieved, head north to Atago Shrine. There, talk to Akechi Mitsuyoshi and follow him to the Shrine to learn the location of your next target.
How to Find and Assassinate Nuno Caro
Yasuke's final target, Nuno Caro, is preparing to leave Japan and can be found in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle, high atop a mountain at the end of a winding road. Use Pathfinder for the most direct route.
Takeda Castle is heavily guarded, with alarm bells that can alert enemies to your presence. As stealth is less effective for Yasuke, disable these alarms with your bow or teppo. As you ascend, you'll reach a set of double doors that lead to Nuno Caro.
Eliminate Nuno Caro's men as you ascend the castle. At the top, you'll find Nuno Caro, triggering a boss fight. He fights similarly to his soldiers, using a sword and pistol. Block or parry his sword combos and dodge when his pistol glows red. Use abilities to deal high damage and make him vulnerable, then continue your attack until he's defeated.
Upon Nuno Caro's defeat, the Templar Hunt Objective Board will be completed.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available from March 20th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
