SPOILER WARNING: This article contains spoilers for Yasuke’s personal story, as well as the involvement of the Templar in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
Recommended Videos After hearing rumors of "worse men" from his past being active in Japan, Yasuke embarks on a series of quests known as Yasuke’s Past. These quests 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 to locate Kimura Kei comes from a ronin contact in Kii. You can find him in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If you have trouble pinpointing his exact location, use Scouts to assist you. Look for a building marked with green flags and a nearby cherry blossom tree. Inside, you'll encounter 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, specifically at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of Kongobuji Temple. He will be accompanied by an escort of ronin, but it's important not to engage them. Approach Kumabe Ujiie and choose the dialogue option "I seek guidance." 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 between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Upon arrival, follow the other students to reach Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and order his students to attack.
Yasuke will find himself surrounded by hostile ronin. Even after defeating them, more will attack as you advance towards Kimura Kei. Equip the highest level armor and weapons available. Explosive red barrels are scattered along the path; use your bow or teppo to detonate them and eliminate groups of enemies efficiently.
Upon reaching Kimura Kei, you'll trigger a multi-phase boss fight. Stealth assassination is not an option here. Equip armor with an engraving that enables you to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei frequently uses them. In the first phase, he wields a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable, and use posture attacks and abilities to break his armor. When his armor is nearly broken, the second phase begins with him wielding a Long Katana and a standard Katana, increasing his use of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking when opportunities arise.
When Kimura Kei's health drops to about half, the fight moves outdoors. He becomes even more aggressive with high-damage unblockable attacks. Dodge frequently and maintain distance when necessary. Using a bow or teppo from a distance can be 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 reduces the impact from enemy attacks, while the helmet provides a 10% damage boost for every 10% of Yasuke's health missing.
How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Once the Shinbakufu are defeated, the Silver Queen appears on the Templar Board, aiding the Portuguese in their pillaging of Tamba. Similar to Kimura Kei, you must speak with several contacts to reach her. Start with the spy.
Where to Find and Talk to The Spy
The spy is located in Southeast Tamba within the Silver Lands. Upon entering the investigation area, find him sitting on a rug under a small structure next to a wooden cart and crates. He will provide 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 Tada Kakurega. She will be conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach her, follow her to her house for tea, and wake up in Tada Silver Mine.
How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine
After waking up in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine due to drugged tea, sprint into the door to break it open. After dealing with the alerted guards, you can either fight or sneak out. Sneaking is the most efficient and time-saving method. Head southwest out of the mine, eliminating any enemies in your path.
How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi
The Silver Queen requires Yasuke's help to rescue her brother, Akechi Mitsuyoshi, in exchange for information on Yasuke’s true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north towards Kameyama Castle. If you need to restock on Ammo or Rations, there's a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.
Activate Pathfinder to navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating guards along the way. Inside the living quarters, you'll find a servant who provides a key to the castle’s Tenshu.
How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana
With the key to the castle’s Tenshu, enter the main castle building beneath 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 enemies threatening his safety. After his escape, re-enter the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar. Kill the surrounding soldiers first to face Baltazar one-on-one. Use abilities and posture attacks to break his guard and deal vulnerable damage quickly.
Once Baltazar is defeated and the Katana retrieved, head north to Atago Shrine. 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 ultimate target, Nuno Caro, is preparing to leave Japan and is located in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle. The castle is atop a mountain at the end of a winding road. Activate Pathfinder for the most direct route.
Takeda Castle is heavily guarded with numerous enemies and alarm bells. As stealth is less viable for Yasuke, disable the alarm bells with your bow or teppo. As you ascend, you'll reach a set of double doors leading to Nuno Caro.
Eliminate Nuno Caro’s men as you climb the castle to pursue him. At the top, you'll encounter Nuno Caro, triggering a boss fight. He wields a sword and pistol, using a combo of up to four sword swipes that you can block or parry. Dodge when his pistol glows red to avoid its shot. Use abilities to deal high damage, making him vulnerable for attacks. Continue this cycle until Nuno Caro is defeated, completing the Templar Hunt Objective Board.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available from March 20th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
