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

In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Naoe's personal journey is a compelling narrative thread that players follow closely. One of the key quests in her journey, titled "Before the Fall," involves completing the Kuji-kiri ritual to help Naoe heal her non-physical wounds. To achieve this, you must visit four significant locations to relive Naoe’s past memories. Here’s a detailed guide on how to complete Kuji-kiri for Before the Fall.

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, at a serene pond. This spot is easily accessible and serves as your introduction to the Kuji-kiri ritual.

Kuji-kiri #2

Next, head south of the Hideout. You'll find the second Kuji-kiri location east of Tennoji Pagoda, and north of both Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple. This location offers a deeper dive into Naoe's memories.

Kuji-kiri #3

The third Kuji-kiri site is at Rolling Glen, along the road slightly northeast of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka. This location continues to unravel Naoe’s past, providing crucial context to her journey.

Kuji-kiri #4

The final Kuji-kiri location is found far west of the Izumi Settsu region. Start from Amagasaki Tenshu and head west until you reach just southeast of Nakayama Peak. This final memory is pivotal in completing Naoe’s healing process.

How to Complete Kuji-kiri

At each of these locations, you'll engage in a mini-game where you need to press four buttons in a specific rhythm. Initially, the button prompts will appear onscreen, but they gradually fade away, challenging you to master the rhythm. Successfully completing this mini-game will trigger a revisit to one of Naoe’s memories, followed by a short playable section. Each completed memory rewards you with a Knowledge Point, enhancing your understanding of Naoe's journey and aiding her healing.

By following these steps and visiting all four Kuji-kiri locations, you'll successfully complete the "Before the Fall" quest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more tips and information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.