"Discover All Templar Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Locations and Spoilers"

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 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 journey to locate Kimura Kei begins with a lead from a ronin contact in Kii. You'll find this contact in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. To pinpoint his exact location, consider using Scouts. 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 him in conversation, and he will direct you to find a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.

Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie

Kumabe Ujiie awaits in northern Kii at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of the Kongobuji Temple. You'll find him accompanied by his ronin escort. Approach him without engaging his guards, and select the “I seek guidance” dialogue option. Follow him to obtain 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. You'll be surrounded by ronin, and more will join the fray as you advance towards Kimura Kei. Equip your highest level armor and weapons to handle the onslaught. Exploit the explosive red barrels scattered along the path by shooting them with your bow or teppo to clear groups of enemies efficiently.

The confrontation with Kimura Kei evolves into a multi-phase boss fight, precluding stealth assassination. Equip armor with an engraving that allows you to parry unblockable attacks, as Kimura Kei will frequently use them. In the first phase, he wields a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to break his posture and use abilities to wear down his armor. Once his armor is nearly broken, he switches to a Long Katana and a standard Katana, increasing his use of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking during his brief vulnerabilities.

As Kimura Kei's health depletes to half, the fight shifts outdoors, where he unleashes even more potent unblockable attacks with both Katanas. Dodge frequently and maintain distance when needed. Using a bow or teppo to attack from a distance can be highly effective.

Every Reward for Killing Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Defeating Kimura Kei rewards you with 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 his health missing.

How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Once all the Shinbakufu are defeated, the Silver Queen will appear on the Templar Board, assisting the Portuguese in their plunder of Tamba. Similar to Kimura Kei, locating her involves speaking with several contacts, beginning with a spy.

Where to Find and Talk to The Spy

The spy is located in Southeast Tamba within the Silver Lands. Enter the investigation area to find him seated on a rug under a small structure next to a wooden cart and crates. He will provide the Silver Queen’s location upon conversation.

Where to Meet the Silver Queen

The Silver Queen can be found in the town of Tada, just northeast of Tada Kakurega, conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and engage her in dialogue. Follow her to her home for tea, only to wake up in Tada Silver Mine.

How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine

Awakening in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine, sprint into the door to break it open. After dealing with the guards, you can either fight or sneak your way out. Opting to sneak is the most efficient and time-saving method. Turn left and head southwest to exit Tada Silver Mine, eliminating any enemies in your path.

How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi

The Silver Queen requires Yasuke to help rescue her brother, Akechi Mitsuyoshi, in exchange for information on Yasuke’s true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north toward Kameyama Castle. If you need to replenish Ammo or Rations, there’s a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple upon entering Kameyama.

Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, eliminating any guards you encounter. Within the living quarters, you’ll find a bleeding 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 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 neutralize distant threats. After securing his freedom, return to the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar. Eliminate the surrounding soldiers first to face Baltazar one-on-one. Use abilities and posture attacks to break his guard and deal significant damage.

Once Baltazar is defeated and the Katana reclaimed, head north to Atago Shrine. Converse 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 can be found in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle. This castle sits high atop a mountain, accessible via a winding road. Use Pathfinder for the most direct route to the objective.

Takeda Castle is heavily guarded and equipped with alarm bells that can alert others to your presence. As stealth may not be optimal for Yasuke, disable these bells using your bow or teppo. 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 in pursuit. Nuno Caro awaits at the summit, triggering a boss fight. His combat style mirrors that of his soldiers, utilizing a sword and pistol. His sword attacks consist of up to four swipes, which you can block or parry. Dodge when his pistol glows red to avoid its shots. Employ Abilities to inflict high damage and exploit his vulnerabilities until he is defeated. With Nuno Caro’s demise, the Templar Hunt Objective Board will be complete.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available from March 20th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.