"Discover All Templar Locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Spoiler Alert"

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, players must embark on the Yasuke's Past quests, which involve completing the Templar Hunt Objective Board. Here's a comprehensive 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

To begin your search for Kimura Kei, head to Kii and meet a ronin contact in the central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If you need help locating him, utilize Scouts to pinpoint his exact position. Look for the building marked with green flags near 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 awaits in northern Kii, specifically at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of Kongobuji Temple. Approach him as he walks with his ronin escort and select the "I seek guidance" dialogue option. Follow Kumabe Ujiie, 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 Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and order his students to attack.

Prepare for a challenging battle as you fend off waves of ronin. Equip the highest level armor and weapons available, and utilize the strategically placed exploding red barrels along the path to Kimura Kei to take out groups of enemies.

Once you reach Kimura Kei, a multi-phase boss fight begins. He cannot be stealth assassinated, so ensure your armor is engraved with the ability to parry unblockable attacks. In the first phase, Kimura Kei wields a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable and use posture attacks and abilities to break his armor.

As the fight progresses to the second phase, he switches to a Long Katana and a standard Katana, increasing his use of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking when safe. When his health drops to about half, the battle moves outside, where he unleashes highly damaging unblockable attacks. Maintain distance, dodge frequently, and use your bow or teppo for ranged attacks.

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

Defeating Kimura Kei grants 3,000 XP, Mon, and the Templar-themed Destroyer Samurai Armor and Helmet. The armor reduces the impact of enemy attacks, while the helmet boosts Yasuke's damage by 10% for every 10% of health lost.

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. To reach her, you must first gather information from various contacts, starting with a spy.

Where to Find and Talk to The Spy

The spy is located in Southeast Tamba within the Silver Lands. 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

Head to the town of Tada, northeast of Tada Kakurega, to meet the Silver Queen. She will be conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and engage in dialogue, then follow her to her house for tea. Be cautious, as you'll wake up drugged in Tada Silver Mine.

How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine

Upon awakening in a locked room in 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. Opt for stealth to save time. Head southwest out of the mine, eliminating any enemies in your path.

How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi

The Silver Queen requires Yasuke's assistance in rescuing her brother, Akechi Mitsuyoshi, in exchange for information on Yasuke's true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, travel north to Kameyama Castle. Restock on Ammo or Rations at the Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.

Activate Pathfinder to navigate Kameyama Castle, eliminating guards as you progress. Inside the living quarters, find a bleeding servant who will give you a key to the castle's Tenshu.

How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana

With the key to the Tenshu, enter the main castle building beneath the Viewpoint and unlock the door to Akechi Mitsuyoshi's cell. Follow him as he escapes, using your bow or teppo to neutralize distant threats. After freeing him, return to the castle to confront Baltazar and retrieve Akechi Mitsuyoshi's Katana. Defeat Baltazar and his surrounding soldiers, utilizing abilities and posture attacks to break his guard and deal significant damage.

Once Baltazar is defeated, 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 at Takeda Castle in Western Tamba. The castle is perched high on a mountain, accessible via a winding road. Use Pathfinder for the most direct route.

Takeda Castle is heavily guarded with numerous enemies and alarm bells. As stealth may be challenging for Yasuke, disable the alarm bells with your bow or teppo. Continue climbing until you reach a set of double doors, which will lead you to Nuno Caro.

Eliminate Nuno Caro's men as you ascend the castle. At the top, you'll engage in a boss fight with Nuno Caro, who wields a sword and pistol. His sword attacks consist of up to four swipes, which can be blocked or parried. Dodge when his pistol glows red to avoid its shot. Use Abilities to deal 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 will be complete.

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