In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, The Tournament is not just a thrilling challenge but also a fantastic source of XP and the key to unlocking the "Test Your Might" trophy. Here’s your comprehensive guide to conquering The Tournament and claiming your well-deserved achievement.
How to Unlock and Find The Tournament in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
To initiate The Tournament quest in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you’ll need to interact with Gyoji, a resident of Yamato. After dispatching several members of The Shinbakufu, Gyoji will be waiting outside your hideout to discuss this exciting event. The secret fighting arena, located at Ominesanji Temple in Southeastern Yamato, is your destination. For easy access, synchronize at the Ominesanji Overlook viewpoint to the west of the area, establishing a fast travel point. This will make subsequent visits and character switches seamless.
Upon reaching Ominesanji Temple, a conversation with Gyoji will set the stage for what’s to come. You’ll be tasked with participating in four one-on-one duels, culminating in a showdown with the ultimate champion. Once the cutscene concludes, ring the bell to kick off your first fight.
How to Complete The Tournament in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The Tournament is a gauntlet of high-stakes, life-or-death battles. Fortunately, you can take breaks between fights, giving you ample time to heal with rations, and upgrade or swap your weapons and armor as needed. To emerge victorious, consider equipping Yasuke with a long katana. Master the art of dodging and parrying to exploit your opponents' vulnerabilities, and don’t hesitate to utilize abilities like Power Dash and Payback when you have the adrenaline to do so.
Understanding your opponents' weapons can give you a strategic edge. Here’s a rundown of the fighters you’ll face:
- Lady Masago wields a Naginata.
- Lord Suguru fights with a Katana.
- Lord Hokuto uses a Kanabo.
- Lady O-Sen employs two Poison Katanas and throws ranged items.
- Lord Unkai battles with a Naginata and can heal if you keep your distance for too long.
After triumphing over all challengers, speak with Gyoji once more on the hill. He’ll express gratitude for his newfound freedom and mention future tournaments. It’s during this dialogue that the "Test Your Might" trophy should unlock.
Best Loadout and Skills for Tournaments in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The long katana is your weapon of choice for The Tournament. Equip the highest rarity version you own, and don’t forget to upgrade it to the max at your hideout’s blacksmith. Engravings that boost Armor Damage or Armor Piercing can be a game-changer. However, your armor selection is equally crucial, not only for increasing health but also for the combat-enhancing abilities provided by engravings.
Before entering The Tournament, ensure you’ve unlocked the Samurai Daimyo Armor of Legend by defeating The Ox, a Shinbakufu leader. Additionally, secure the Protector’s Armor by completing a Castle mission. The former offers a 75% damage increase at the cost of reducing your health to 25%, while the latter enables you to parry unblockable attacks. Combining these engravings into one armor set can make you a formidable force, capable of defeating tournament foes in under a minute, provided your parrying is on point.
For skills, focus on investing Mastery points into the Long Katana and Samurai skill trees. Prioritize maxing out Combat Expert to enhance your melee damage, and unlock Power Dash and Payback to round out your combat prowess.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on March 20th. Prepare yourself, as The Tournament awaits your mastery!
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