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 and where to find every Templar target in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, starting with Kimura Kei.
How to Find the Templar Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The first lead on Kimura Kei’s location comes from a ronin contact in Kii. You can find him in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If you're having trouble locating him, use Scouts to narrow down his position. Look for the building marked with green flags next to a cherry blossom tree. Inside, you'll meet a ronin dressed in Oda Clan attire. Engage in conversation with him, and he will direct you to find a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.
Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie
Kumabe Ujiie is located in northern Kii, specifically at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of the Kongobuji Temple. He will be accompanied by an escort of ronin, but you should avoid engaging them. Approach Kumabe Ujiie, select the “I seek guidance” dialogue option, and follow him. 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, approximately halfway between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Once you arrive at his training ground, follow the other students to find Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and command his students to attack.
Yasuke will be surrounded by attacking ronin. After defeating them, more enemies will appear on the path to Kimura Kei. Equip your highest level armor and weapons to ensure your survival. Utilize the strategically placed explosive red barrels along the path; shooting them with your bow or teppo can clear large groups of enemies efficiently.
Upon reaching Kimura Kei, a boss fight will begin, and stealth assassination is not an option. Equip an armor engraving that allows you to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei will use them frequently. The fight is divided into multiple phases.
In the first phase, Kimura Kei primarily uses a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable, and utilize posture attacks and abilities to wear down his armor. As his armor nears breaking, he switches to a Long Katana and a standard Katana in the next phase, increasing the frequency of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking between his attacks.
When Kimura Kei’s health is reduced to about half, the fight moves outside. He unleashes extremely high damage unblockable attacks using both Katanas. Dodge frequently and maintain a safe distance. Using your bow or teppo from a distance will prove highly effective.
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 from 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 will be added to the Templar Board. She is aiding the Portuguese in their pillaging of Tamba. Similar to Kimura Kei, you'll need to speak with multiple contacts before reaching her. The first contact is a spy.
Where to Find and Talk to The Spy
The spy Yasuke needs to talk to for more information on the Silver Queen is located in Southeast Tamba in the Silver Lands. Enter the investigation area, and you'll find the spy sitting on a rug under a small structure next to a wooden cart and crates. Engage in conversation with him, and he will reveal the Silver Queen’s location.
Where to Meet the Silver Queen
The Silver Queen can be found in the town of Tada, just Northeast of the Tada Kakurega. She will be conversing with some Portuguese soldiers. Approach her, engage in dialogue, and follow her to her house for tea. After drinking the tea, Yasuke will wake up in Tada Silver Mine.
How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine
Upon waking from the drugged tea, Yasuke finds himself in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine. Sprint into the door to break it open. After dealing with the guards who notice you, you can either fight or sneak your way out. Sneaking is the most efficient and least time-consuming option. Turn left and head Southwest to exit Tada Silver Mine, eliminating any enemies in your path and escaping the area swiftly.
How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi
The Silver Queen requires Yasuke to help rescue her brother in exchange for information on Yasuke’s true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north toward Kameyama Castle. If you need to restock on Ammo or Rations, there is a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple upon entering Kameyama.
Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating any guards along the suggested path. You will encounter a bleeding servant in the living quarters who will provide you with 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 beneath the Viewpoint and interact with the marked door to reach Akechi Mitsuyoshi. Follow him as he escapes through the castle, using your bow or teppo to eliminate distant threats. Once he is free, return to the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar after defeating him and his surrounding soldiers. Focus on taking out the soldiers first for a one-on-one confrontation with Baltazar. Use abilities and posture attacks to break his guard and deal significant damage.
After defeating Baltazar and reclaiming Akechi Mitsuyoshi’s Katana, head north to Atago Shrine. There, talk to Akechi Mitsuyoshi and follow him to the Shrine, where you will receive the location of the next target.
How to Find and Assassinate Nuno Caro
Yasuke’s ultimate target is Nuno Caro, who is preparing to leave Japan. He is located in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle, high atop a mountain at the end of a winding road. Enable Pathfinder for the most direct route to the objective.
Takeda Castle is densely populated with enemies and features alarm bells that can alert others to your presence. Since stealth is less viable for Yasuke, disable all alarm bells with your bow or teppo upon spotting them. As you ascend, you'll reach a set of double doors; interact with them to initiate the encounter with Nuno Caro.
Eliminate Nuno Caro’s men as you climb the castle to pursue him. Nuno Caro is at the very top of Takeda Castle, where he will trigger a boss fight. His fighting style mirrors that of his soldiers, wielding a sword and a pistol. His main sword attack consists of up to four swipes, which you can block or parry. When his pistol glows red, dodge to avoid its shot. Utilize Abilities to deal high damage and make him vulnerable, then attack in a cycle until he is 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.
