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

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe's journey is a compelling narrative thread that players can deeply engage with. One of the key quests in her story, "Before the Fall," involves completing the Kuji-kiri ritual to help Naoe heal her non-physical wounds. This quest requires you to visit four significant locations to relive Naoe's past memories. Here's how you can complete the Kuji-kiri ritual in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations

The quest "Before the Fall" marks the beginning of Naoe's personal journey. To complete it, you must visit four specific spots on the map where you'll engage with Naoe's memories.

Kuji-kiri #1

The first location is within the Hideout area, on the eastern side of the map, near a serene pond. This spot sets the stage for Naoe's introspective journey.

Kuji-kiri #2

The second location is just south of the Hideout. Navigate to the area east of Tennoji Pagoda and north of both Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple to find this key spot.

Kuji-kiri #3

The third location is at Rolling Glen, along the road slightly northeast of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka. This location further unravels Naoe's past.

Kuji-kiri #4

The final location is in the far west of the Izumi Settsu region. From Amagasaki Tenshu, head west until you reach a spot just southeast of Nakayama Peak.

How to Complete Kuji-kiri

At each of these locations, you'll engage in a mini-game that requires you to press four buttons in a specific rhythm. Initially, the button prompts will be visible on the screen, but they will gradually fade away, challenging you to master the rhythm. Successfully completing this mini-game at each location will allow you to revisit one of Naoe's memories through a short, playable section. Each completed memory will reward you with a Knowledge Point, furthering Naoe's growth and your understanding of her story.

By following these steps, you'll successfully complete the Kuji-kiri ritual for the "Before the Fall" quest in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.