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At this point inAssassin’s Creed Shadows,you’ve likely grown accustomed tothe formula behind forts,fortresses, and castles, as each area dangles the promise of legendary loot and experience in front of you in exchange for simply defeating some enemies and finding a chest.
While this sounds particularly beneficial to you, especially as Yasuke, you might want to try using Naoe to expertly move through areas in silence. While Naoe’s methods might seem slower and more methodical, taking the slow and silent approach can ensure that you get through Yakami Fort in one piece, especially if you’re tackling this late-game area under-leveled.
Where Is Yakami Fort?
You’ll findYakami Fort in the central area of Tamba,between Takeda and Arashiyama.
The closest fast travel point is theYakima Kakurega next to Hatano’s Houseto thewestof the fort.
How To Find & Assassinate The Samurai Daisho
Enter the fort from the northwesternend of the compound; luckily, there isonly a single Samurai Daisho to take down,so this will be quick.
From the northwestern courtyard,head southeast into the next area of Yakami Fort, a central courtyard with several guards and a key.
From the central courtyard,head south and further eastinto Yakami Fort, approaching thesouthernside. Circle up the path toward the scaffolding leading further up the mountain,south into a building, and the next area.
Leave this tower alone for now and head further south toward the final southern courtyard in the tower.
In the southernmost courtyard,you’ll find the one and onlySamurai Daisho,who is busy berating an underling in front of a building.
The best thing to do is to double-assassinate the pair from the roof, putting an end to your Daisho dilemma.
If you enter this Fort while severely under-leveled, you may not be able to fully assassinate the Samurai Daisho, so be prepared to fight after your initial hit on him.
What Rewards Do You Get From Yakami Fort?
With the sole Samurai Daisho slain, you may enjoy plundering the rest of Yakami Fort. Feel free to dispatch the enemies as you see fit, but don’t let them sound the alarm.
Side Loot
On your excursion through Yakami Fort, there are a few notable side rewards to collect.
Legendary Chest
Once you’ve defeated the lone Samurai Daisho,head to the western side of the fort.You’ll find a small house guarded by a few enemies, one of which patrols near the front door, so time your entrance when they walk away.
When you open the chest you’ll earn:
With the chest claimed, there’s one final reward awaiting you at the top of the tower.
Synchronization Viewpoint
You’ll find a viewpoint in thesoutheast section of the castle, at the top of a well-guarded tower,where you should defeat the three guards at the base before scaling.
At the top, claim the synchronization viewpoint and your new fast-travel spot.
You can alsoskip the synchronization sceneby holding B or Circle.
