"Discover All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Locations and Strategies"

Commerce has always been a catalyst for progress, and in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, this rings true as ever. However, not all transactions are above board. If you're on a mission to locate all the Iron Hand Guild members within this game, you've come to the right place. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate through the shadows to find and deal with these elusive merchants.

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The Iron Hand questline becomes accessible once Naoe masters the art of the tea ceremony under the guidance of Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. Later, you'll reconnect with Imai Sokun, who shares his worries about individuals impersonating House Imai for nefarious purposes. Your mission is to dismantle this covert merchant syndicate attempting to usurp the legitimate House Imai. You'll encounter five merchants, each managing different business facets, with options to approach them lethally or non-lethally based on your playstyle.

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How and Where to Find All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

As one of the initial objectives in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you'll embark on a journey to explore the world and uncover key locations, using clues to pinpoint your targets. This guide will streamline your search, eliminating the guesswork.

Merchant Tamao

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Tamao, known for dealing in contraband, operates openly in the Yamashiro region. Skip the intel-gathering and head directly to Kyoto, the central city, and find Honpoji Temple on its east side. From the temple, head west to locate Tamao hiding in his brewery. Listen to the staff who mention his refusal to come out. To lure him, smash the barrels in the courtyard, prompting Tamao to confront you. Deal with him as you see fit and move on.

Merchant Kanta

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As you delve deeper into the Iron Hand's operations, you'll find that not all merchants are willing participants. Kanta, located in the Mouth of Seta in the Omi region, is one such individual. You can choose to attack or use the Observe mechanic to uncover evidence that he's coerced into working for the guild. Spare his life, and Kanta will rise to become a captain in Imai Sokun's merchant fleet.

Merchant Ginroku

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Ginroku specializes in selling rare delicacies to affluent families around Miyazu Bay. Travel to the Tamba region and head southwest of Miyazu Castle, just across the bridge. You have the choice to eliminate him or find a crucial letter in nearby huts that could spare his life. If spared, Ginroku may collaborate with House Imai, gaining access to wealthier clients at Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

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Kin-no-suke's ostentatious wealth raises eyebrows, especially since he's known to employ bandits to bolster his business. Naoe and Yasuke must investigate him in the city of Obama in Wakasa, just east of the Trading Port. Surrounded by bodyguards, deal with them as you see fit—a smoke bomb and swift assassinations are effective methods to ensure Kin-no-suke meets his end.

Iron Hand

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The ultimate target, the Iron Hand himself, awaits in a highly fortified location. Prepare for a challenging battle as you make your way to Fukuchiyama Castle in Tamba, near the center of the region. Approach the castle from the south side to find the Iron Hand. He'll be more formidable than the others, surrounded by numerous guards. Clear them out strategically before engaging him directly. Once defeated, return to Imai Sokun to claim your rewards.

That concludes your quest to find all the Iron Hand Guild members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more guidance on the game, be sure to explore The Escapist.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.