"Quick Tips for Earning Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows"

In *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, mastering the art of acquiring Knowledge Points is crucial for enhancing your Knowledge Rank and unlocking powerful abilities through Mastery. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to rapidly earn Knowledge Points in this immersive journey through Feudal Japan.

How To Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Knowledge Rank in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

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As you progress in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, your Knowledge Rank will increase by accumulating Knowledge Points. The threshold to reach the next level escalates as you advance, but fear not—there are numerous activities that Naoe and Yasuke can engage in to amass these valuable points across the rich tapestry of Feudal Japan.

Knowledge Points are earned through activities that emphasize mindfulness and skill acquisition. Below are some of the key activities to focus on to earn Knowledge Points in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*:

• Find and loot the chest at a Kofun.
• Complete Kuji-Kiri activities.
• Master Weapon Kata and Horse Archery.
• Discover all Lost Pages at a Temple.
• Pay respects at Shrines.

While the rewards in terms of loot and XP may vary, each of these activities typically grants 1 Knowledge Point.

What Activity Gets You Knowledge Points the Fastest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

A Temple icon on the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Map, Screenshot by The Escapist

The speed at which you can earn Knowledge Points in *Assassin's Creed Shadows* depends on the activity. Early Kuji-Kiri activities for Naoe, for instance, might involve longer flashback missions with extensive gameplay and cutscenes, whereas later ones are more straightforward. Similarly, some Kofuns demand more involvement than others, and the time to master Weapon Kata and Horse Archery varies with skill level. However, visiting Temples and Shrines remains the most efficient method for farming Knowledge Points due to their consistent structure and rewards.

How To Grind Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Using Focus reveals Lost Page locations, Screenshot by The Escapist

While some Knowledge Point-earning activities are specific to either Naoe or Yasuke, both characters can visit Shrines and Temples. For the fastest grinding, Naoe is your go-to character. To maximize your efficiency, head to a Shrine or Temple:

• At Shrines, pray at the required number of structures.
• At Temples, locate the set number of Lost Pages.

Use Naoe's Focus ability by holding LT, L2, or your designated button to highlight nearby objectives with white or blue dots, guiding you directly to where you need to pray or find pages. Naoe's superior movement speed, combined with her grappling hook and parkour abilities, makes accessing high or difficult areas much easier, especially for retrieving Lost Pages.

Beyond Shrines and Temples, continue engaging in other Knowledge Point-earning activities whenever possible to steadily increase your Knowledge Rank.

By following these strategies, you'll be well on your way to earning Knowledge Points swiftly in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, enhancing your journey through Feudal Japan.

*Assassin's Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*