AC Shadows: Kuji-kiri Quest Guide Pre-Fall

Assassin's Creed Shadows weaves multiple compelling narrative arcs, with Naoe's personal growth being particularly intriguing. Here's your guide to completing the Kuji-kiri rituals in the "Before the Fall" mission.

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Table of contents

• Assassin's Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations
• Kuji-kiri #1
• Kuji-kiri #2
• Kuji-kiri #3
• Kuji-kiri #4
• How to Complete Kuji-kiri

Assassin's Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations

The "Before the Fall" mission serves as Naoe's introductory quest in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Your objective involves completing four Kuji-kiri rituals to help Naoe confront her emotional trauma. These require visiting significant locations where Naoe will revisit pivotal memories.

Kuji-kiri #1

The initial ritual takes place near your Hideout's eastern sector, by a tranquil pond.

Kuji-kiri #2

You'll find this location south of the Hideout, positioned east of Tennoji Pagoda between Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple.

Kuji-kiri #3

Journey to Rolling Glen northwest of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka to perform this ritual.

Kuji-kiri #4

The final ritual lies west of Izumi Settsu region. Travel west from Amagasaki Tenshu until reaching the spot southeast of Nakayama Peak.

How to Complete Kuji-kiri

Each ritual involves completing a timing-based minigame requiring precise button inputs in sequence. Though prompts initially appear onscreen, they'll gradually fade, forcing you to memorize the rhythm.

Successful completion triggers an interactive memory sequence revealing Naoe's past, rewarding you with a Knowledge Point upon finishing each one.

With this guide, you're now prepared to complete Naoe's Kuji-kiri rituals in Assassin's Creed Shadows. For more gameplay insights and strategies, continue exploring The Escapist's coverage.