SPOILER WARNING: This article contains spoilers for Yasuke's personal story and the Templar involvement in Assassin's Creed Shadows.
How to Find the Templar Kimura Kei in Assassin's Creed Shadows
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 how and where to find every Templar target in Assassin's Creed Shadows, starting with Kimura Kei.
The first lead on Kimura Kei's location will come from a ronin contact in Kii. You can find him in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If needed, use Scouts to pinpoint his exact location. The building you're looking for will be marked with green flags and located next to a cherry blossom tree. Inside, you'll find a ronin dressed in Oda Clan attire. Engage him in conversation, and he will direct you to find a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.
Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie
Kumabe Ujiie is located in northern Kii, at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of the Kongobuji Temple. You'll see him walking with an escort of ronin, but don't engage them. Approach him and choose the "I seek guidance" dialogue option. Follow him, and he will eventually lead you to 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, about halfway between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Upon arrival, follow the other students to reach Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and command his students to attack.
Yasuke will find himself surrounded by attacking ronin. Even after defeating them, more will challenge you as you advance toward Kimura Kei. Equip your highest-level armor and weapons for this fight. Exploding red barrels are strategically placed along the path; use your bow or teppo to detonate them and clear out groups of enemies.
The confrontation with Kimura Kei initiates a multi-phase boss fight, where stealth assassination is not an option. Equip armor with engravings that enhance your ability to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei employs many of them. 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. As his armor nears breaking, a second phase begins with him using a Long Katana alongside his standard Katana, increasing the frequency of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking between his attacks.
When Kimura Kei's health drops to about half, the battle shifts outdoors. He unleashes highly damaging unblockable attacks with both Katanas. Dodge frequently and maintain distance when necessary. Using a bow or teppo from a distance can be highly effective in this phase.
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 comes with an engraving that reduces the impact of enemy attacks, while the helmet provides Yasuke with a 10% damage boost for every 10% of his health that is missing.
How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin's Creed Shadows
After defeating the Shinbakufu, the Silver Queen appears on the Templar Board, aiding the Portuguese in their pillaging of Tamba. Similar to Kimura Kei, you'll need to speak with several contacts before confronting her. Start with the spy.
Where to Find and Talk to The Spy
The Spy, who can provide more information on the Silver Queen, is located in Southeast Tamba in the Silver Lands. Upon entering the investigation area, you'll find him seated on a rug under a small structure next to a wooden cart and crates. Speak with him to learn the Silver Queen's location.
Where to Meet the Silver Queen
The Silver Queen is found in the town of Tada, just Northeast of the Tada Kakurega. She will be conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and speak with her, then follow her to her house for tea. Be cautious, as you will awaken in the Tada Silver Mine.
How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine
Upon waking from the drugged tea, you'll find yourself in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine. Sprint into the door to break it open. After dealing with the guards, you can choose to fight or sneak your way out. Sneaking is the quickest and least confrontational method. Turn left and head southwest to exit the mine, eliminating any enemies in your path.
How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi
The Silver Queen requires Yasuke to help rescue her brother in exchange for information on his true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north toward Kameyama Castle. If you need supplies, there's a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.
Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating any guards in your way. You will encounter a bleeding servant in the living quarters who will give you a key to the castle's Tenshu.
How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana
With the key in hand, enter the main castle building beneath the Viewpoint and interact with the marked door to reach Akechi Mitsuyoshi. Follow him as he escapes, using your bow or teppo to eliminate distant threats. Once he's free, 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 significant damage.
After defeating Baltazar and reclaiming Akechi Mitsuyoshi's Katana, head north to Atago Shrine. There, speak with Akechi Mitsuyoshi and follow him to the Shrine to receive the location of your next target.
How to Find and Assassinate Nuno Caro
Yasuke's ultimate target, Nuno Caro, is preparing to leave Japan and is located in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle. The castle sits high atop a mountain at the end of a winding road; activate Pathfinder to find the most direct route.
Takeda Castle is densely populated with enemies and equipped with alarm bells that can alert others to your presence. Since stealth isn't viable for Yasuke, disable all alarm bells with your bow or teppo upon sighting them. As you ascend, you'll reach a set of double doors that initiate the encounter with Nuno Caro.
Eliminate Nuno Caro's men as you climb the castle. Nuno Caro awaits at the summit, triggering a boss fight. His fighting style mirrors that of his soldiers, using a sword and pistol. His primary sword attack is a four-swipe combo, which you can block or parry. When his pistol glows red, dodge to avoid its shot. Utilize abilities to inflict high damage and make him vulnerable, then attack in a cycle until he is defeated. With Nuno Caro's demise, the Templar Hunt Objective Board is complete.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is available from March 20th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
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