Kuji-kiri Locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Before the Fall Quest Guide

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe's personal journey is a compelling narrative thread, and one of the key quests in this journey is "Before the Fall," where you need to complete the Kuji-kiri ritual to help Naoe heal her non-physical wounds. This involves revisiting four key locations to relive Naoe's past memories. Here's a detailed guide on how to complete Kuji-kiri in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations

Kuji-kiri #1

The first location is within the Hideout area, on the east side of the map, near a pond. This serene setting is the starting point of Naoe's reflective journey.

Kuji-kiri #2

Head south of the Hideout to find the second location. It's situated east of Tennoji Pagoda, and north of Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple. This spot offers a deeper dive into Naoe's past.

Kuji-kiri #3

The third location is at the Rolling Glen, along the road slightly northeast of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka. Here, you'll continue to unravel Naoe's memories.

Kuji-kiri #4

The final location is far west of the Izumi Settsu region. From Amagasaki Tenshu, head west until you reach just southeast of Nakayama Peak. This last visit will complete Naoe's healing journey.

How to Complete Kuji-kiri

At each of these locations, you'll engage in a short mini-game. The challenge is to press four buttons in a specific rhythm, which will be shown onscreen initially but will gradually disappear, requiring you to master the rhythm. Successfully completing this mini-game will allow you to revisit one of Naoe's memories and go through a short playable section. Each completion rewards you with a Knowledge Point, enhancing Naoe's abilities and deepening your understanding of her story.

That's how you can complete Kuji-kiri for "Before the Fall" in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and insights into the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.