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InAssassin’s Creed Shadows,many of the side quests you’ll encounter task you with eliminating entire groups of enemies. These organizations can be made up of anything from outlawRoninterrorizing the countryside, to former students of a famous sword master. One of the first groups you’ll encounter inAC Shadowsis theKabukimono. Made up of eight rogue samurai, this group is spread throughout several key regions of the game, and offers up impressive rewards for defeating the individual members, as well as for completing the quest as a whole. This guide will showwhere to find the location of all eight Kabukimono inAssassin’s Creed Shadows.
How to Start The Kabukimono Quest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Visit Nishinomiya Shrine:
To begin the quest to eliminate the Kabukimono, you’ll want to locateNishinomiya Shrine Town, east ofAmagasakiand south ofNakayama Peakin northeasternIzumi Settsu.Your goal is to locate Nishinomiya Shrine itself, where you’ll find a man namedShin’nyostanding at the Torii Gate that marks the entrance to the shrine.
If you check the map before visiting, you should be able to spot the small black and white exclamation symbol that tells you there is a side quest in the area. Speak to Shin’nyo, and agree to help take down this group of outlaw Ronin.
You may come across members of the Kabukimono before you begin the quest. You’ll notice them by the yellow crown that is found above the numerical level hovering over their heads. However, this crown is found on many types of important enemies. You’ll know if you’ve defeated any Kabukimono early by checking the Objectives section of the menu. A new circle will be revealed on the lower left side of the Shinbakufu circle. It will be marked as an “Unknown Organization” until you initiate the quest with Shin’nyo.
Where to Find the Ghost General Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ghost General Location:
TheGhost Generalis one of the first Kabukimono that you’ll encounter, as he is located inSakai,one of the first regions Naoe will have to visit after the prologue. Sakai is found on the west coast ofIzumi Settsu, just south ofOsaka, and west of theIzumi Coastregion.
You’ll find the Ghost General in theMoney Changer District, which is right near the center of the western edge of Sakai. You’ll find it south of the Port of Sakai, and west of the Sakai Firearms District andSakai Kakurega. The area is filled with bandits, so verify you’re ready for a fight.
The Ghost General, and his Ronin guard, are usually found at the northern end of the district.
Where to Find Ember Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Ember Location:
The Kabukimono known asEmber,is located on the island that makes up a big chunk of westernOsaka. The island includes theTemple of Osakaand theFisherman’s District.
You’ll find Ember in a small courtyard just slightly northeast of the Temple of Osaka. There is a massive pile of exploding pots in the courtyard, and if you climb the house, you can shoot the pots as Ember walks by, killing him instantly.
Where to Find Grave Dancer Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Grave Dancer Location:
Grave Dancer is a particularly vile Kabukimono, known for leading a group known as the Defilers. He can be found terrorizing the worshipers visiting theSumiyoshi Shrinein thesouthern Osaka region. The shrine is located directly south of the city of Osaka, just before the river that separates Osaka from theIzumi Coast.
Grave Dancer makes it very easy to attack from above. If you have the Double Assassination skill unlocked for Tanto, you can likely kill him and his Ronin guard at once. It is possible that you will not be able to fully defeat him with an assassination, but it is still worth attempting, as you will likely remove a massive chunk of health.
Where to Find Big Sueki Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Big Sueki Location:
Big Suekileads a gang of rowdy bandits based out ofMuko Post Town,just north ofAmagasaki Castlein the smallAmagasaki region. This area is found in westernIzumi Settsu, across the river northwest ofOsaka.
Big Sueki is found in a small garden courtyard, surrounded by multiple Ronin. If you sneak through the bushes in the garden, you can get close enough to quickly execute him.
Where to Find Chief Cuckoo Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Chief Cuckoo Location:
Chief Cuckoois found at theKatano Oil TradingPOI, which sits just to the southwest ofKatano Castle, one of the first locations you visit with Naoe. Be careful when approaching this location, as it is filled with multiple bandits, as well as the usual Kabukimono Ronin guards.
If you visit this location at night, it is very easy to sneak up close to Chief Cuckoo and assassinate him. He walks a continuous path around the courtyard where he is located, with the best kill locations being the rooftops around the courtyard, or the well. Chief Cuckoo will stop momentarily right in front of the well, making it a great location to strike.
Chief Cuckoo Rewards:
These first five Kabukimono can be killed in any order. The last of these five to die will give you a note detailing the next steps to take.
Should You Fight Kabukimono Bosses Together or Separately in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
Should You Leave a Note?
After you dispense with the first five Kabukimono, you’ll need to visitNishinomiya Shrinein northwesternIzumi Settsu.There, you will find a sign posted at the shrine’s front gate. You must decide whether you wish to go after the final three Kabukimono as a group, or locate them individually.
There does not appear to be any benefit to picking one option over the other. It will simply come down to whether you want to take on the challenge of facing all three bosses at the same location. It may be convenient to gather them all together in one location, but the combat will be much easier individually.
Where to Find Corrupt Blade Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Corrupt Blade Location:
Corrupt Blade,like all the final three Kabukimono, is found in theHarimaregion, which is directly west of Izumi Settsu. This area is marked at Level 24, so you’ll likely encounter several enemies that can one-shot you if you are below level 22. If you feel confident in your combat ability, it’s safe to go around level 20. Corrupt Blade is located atHabayama Peak, which is southwest ofMiki.
We made our way to Corrupt Blade with Yasuke at level 20, and we found him guarded by two Ronin with skulls in place of a level. This essentially means they can kill you with one hit. Still, we were able to defeat Corrupt Blade, who is level 24. you may make your way around the outside of the camp, then up behind the tower, without being seen. You should be able to take the Kabukimono out, then run away, if you don’t feel like dealing with the Ronin.
Where to Find The Peacock Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The Peacock Location:
The Peacockis found in the far northern reaches of Harima, right on the border with Tamba. In fact, you may need to cross into Tamba to kill him. Luckily, he does not take on Tamba’s level. From the lake at Mount Kasagata, follow the river north, and you’ll end up exactly in the correct location.
The Peacock is only guarded by a single Ronin. There are large grass fields on both sides of the path that The Peacock is found walking along, so it may be a good idea to use Naoe for this kill. She should be able to assassinate the Ronin from the grass, and do serious damage to The Peacock - depending on your level and skills.
Where to Find the Laughing Man Kabukimono in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Laughing Man Location:
TheLaughing Man Kabukimonois located at a POI called theBlackstone CascadesinHarmia. It is directly east of Mount Kasagata, and northwest ofKamakura Valley.
There is a large tree that hangs over the area where the Laughing Man is found. This provides the perfect opportunity for Naoe to perform an Air Assassination. However, if you prefer to use Yasuke, Laughing Man is only guarded by one Ronin, so it is not a difficult fight if you are properly leveled. Both Laughing Man and his Ronin guard are level 23.
Kabukimono Bosses Gathering Location in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Three Kabukimono Bosses Location:
If you decide to have allthree Kabukimono bossesmeet in the same location, they can be found in the southeastern corner of theKanki Burned Fields. It does not appear that there is any special POI name for their location. You can triangulate the exact position by looking at the center point between Kanki Burned Fields, Miki, and Nakayama Peak.
Corrupt Blade,The Peacock, andLaughing Manwill all be found in a small compound. When you attack, several Ronin will attack the bosses as well. However, you’ll have to defeat them as well at the end of the fight. All rewards remain the same as the solo fights.
How to Complete The Kabukimono Quest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Return to NIshinomiya Shrine:
To complete the mission, make your way back to the shrine where you started the quest and speak to Shin’nyo one last time. He will thank you, and the mission will end.
The Kabukimono Quest Rewards:
Upon completing “The Kabukimono,” you will check-off one of the two requirements that allow access to the following skills:
Both skills also require you to reach Knowledge level 6. Along with the skill unlocks, you will also receive 5000 XP.
