**SPOILER WARNING**: This article contains spoilers for Yasuke's personal story and 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, the Yasuke’s Past quests will require players to complete the Templar Hunt Objective Board. Here’s how and where to find every Templar target in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, starting with Kimura Kei.
How to Find the Templar Kimura Kei in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The first clue to Kimura Kei’s whereabouts comes from a ronin contact in Kii. You can find him in central Nakahechi Route at the inn in Takahara Village. If you're having trouble locating him, use Scouts to pinpoint his exact position. Look for a building marked with green flags and next to a cherry blossom tree. Inside, you’ll meet a ronin dressed in Oda Clan attire. Engage him in conversation, and he will direct you to a recruiter named Kumabe Ujiie.
Where to Find Kumabe Ujiie
Kumabe Ujiie can be found in northern Kii, specifically at a cemetery in Koyasan, northeast of Kongobuji Temple. He'll be accompanied by a group of ronin, but you should avoid engaging them. Approach Kumabe Ujiie and choose the “I seek guidance” dialogue option. Follow him, 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 part of Kii, just north of the shore, roughly halfway between Sazae Oni Shores and Nakahechi Route. Upon arrival, blend in with the students to reach Kimura Kei. He will recognize Yasuke and order his students to attack.
Yasuke will be surrounded by hostile ronin. Defeat them, but be prepared for more to attack as you advance towards Kimura Kei. Equip your highest level armor and weapons to increase your chances of survival. Exploit the environment by shooting the red explosive barrels scattered along the path to take out groups of enemies efficiently.
Once you confront Kimura Kei, a boss fight ensues, and stealth assassination is not an option. Equip armor with engravings that allow you to parry unblockable attacks, as he will use them frequently. This fight has multiple phases.
In the first phase, Kimura Kei wields a standard Katana. Parry his attacks to make him vulnerable, then use posture attacks and abilities to break his armor. As his armor nears breaking, he switches to a Long Katana alongside his standard one, increasing the frequency of unblockable attacks. Focus on dodging and striking when safe.
When Kimura Kei’s health is reduced to about half, the fight moves outside. Here, he unleashes high-damage unblockable attacks with both Katana. Dodge frequently and keep your distance, using 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, some Mon, and the Templar-themed Destroyer Samurai Armor and Helmet. The armor reduces the impact from enemy attacks, while the helmet boosts Yasuke's damage by 10% for every 10% of health missing.
How to Find the Silver Queen in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
After defeating the Shinbakufu, the Silver Queen is added to the Templar Board, assisting the Portuguese in their pillaging of Tamba. Like Kimura Kei, you'll need to speak with other contacts to reach her. Start with the spy.
Where to Find and Talk to The Spy
The spy Yasuke needs to consult is located in Southeast Tamba, in the Silver Lands. Once you enter the investigation area, locate the spy sitting on a rug under a small structure near a wooden cart and crates. He will provide the Silver Queen’s location after your conversation.
Where to Meet the Silver Queen
The Silver Queen can be found in the town of Tada, just northeast of the Tada Kakurega. She will be conversing with Portuguese soldiers. Approach and talk to her, then follow her to her house for tea. You'll awaken in the Tada Silver Mine.
How to Escape from Tada Silver Mine
Upon waking from the drugged tea, Yasuke finds himself in a locked room within Tada Silver Mine. Sprint into the door to break it open. After dealing with the guards, you have the option to fight or sneak your way out. Sneaking is recommended for a quicker escape. Head southwest out of the mine, eliminating any obstacles in your path.
How to Locate Akechi Mitsuyoshi
The Silver Queen requires Yasuke to help rescue her brother, Akechi Mitsuyoshi, in exchange for information on his true target. After escaping Tada Silver Mine, head north towards Kameyama Castle. If you need to restock on Ammo or Rations, there's a Kakurega just north of Senneji Temple in Kameyama.
Activate Pathfinder and navigate through Kameyama Castle, dealing with any guards as you follow the suggested path. Inside the living quarters, you'll find a bleeding servant who gives you a key to the castle’s Tenshu.
How to Free Akechi Mitsuyoshi and Retrieve His Katana
With the key to the castle’s Tenshu in hand, enter the main castle building under the Viewpoint and unlock the marked door to reach Akechi Mitsuyoshi. Follow him as he escapes, using your bow or teppo to protect him from distant threats. After he's safe, return to the castle to retrieve his Katana from Baltazar. Clear out the surrounding soldiers first for an easier one-on-one fight. Use abilities and posture attacks to break Baltazar’s guard and deal significant damage.
Once Baltazar is defeated and the Katana is retrieved, head north to Atago Shrine. Speak 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. He is located in Western Tamba at Takeda Castle, high atop a mountain at the end of a winding road. Use Pathfinder to find the most direct route.
Takeda Castle is heavily guarded, with alarm bells that can alert others to your presence. As stealth isn’t Yasuke's forte, disable these bells with your bow or teppo. As you ascend, you’ll reach a set of double doors that lead to Nuno Caro.
Eliminate Nuno Caro’s men as you climb the castle to pursue him. He awaits at the top, triggering a boss fight. Nuno Caro fights similarly to his soldiers, wielding a sword and a pistol. His main attack is a four-swipe combo, which you can block or parry. Dodge when you see his pistol glow red to avoid its shot. Use Abilities to deal high damage and create openings for attacks, repeating this cycle until he's defeated.
Upon Nuno Caro's defeat, 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.
