In *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, Naoe's personal journey takes center stage, especially in the quest titled "Before the Fall." To help Naoe heal her non-physical wounds, you must complete the Kuji-kiri ritual, which involves visiting four significant locations to relive her past memories. Here’s a detailed guide on how to complete the Kuji-kiri for this quest.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations
Kuji-kiri #1
The journey begins within the Hideout area itself, on the east side of the map. Head to the serene pond to find the first Kuji-kiri location.
Kuji-kiri #2
Next, travel south of the Hideout. You'll find this location east of Tennoji Pagoda, and conveniently nestled between Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple.
Kuji-kiri #3
The third location is at Rolling Glen, easily accessible along the road slightly northeast of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka.
Kuji-kiri #4
For the final Kuji-kiri, journey to the far west of the Izumi Settsu region. From Amagasaki Tenshu, head west until you reach just southeast of Nakayama Peak.
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 be visible on your screen, but they will gradually fade away, requiring you to master the rhythm. Successfully completing this mini-game at each location will allow you to revisit one of Naoe's memories, leading to a short playable section. Each successful completion will reward you with a Knowledge Point, crucial for Naoe's growth and healing.
By following these steps, you'll successfully complete the Kuji-kiri for 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.
