In the aftermath of Wada Koretake’s assassination, aided by Yaya during the “Heads Will Roll”quest, Naoe embarks on a crucial mission to persuade Yaya to join the league in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Upon reaching her, Yaya presents Naoe with an ethical dilemma: she seeks assistance in addressing a monk who has desecrated a shrine he was sworn to protect. This pivotal moment offers players a choice between advocating for forgiveness or endorsing punishment for the monk’s offense. Let’s dive into both potential outcomes.
Locating Yaya in the “Stray Dogs”Quest of Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Once players complete the “Heads Will Roll”quest, they gain access to Yaya’s storyline, commencing with the “Stray Dogs”quest. Yaya can be found in Osaka, specifically in the Fishermen’s District of the Izumi Settsu Province (refer to the map above for her exact location).
Upon arrival, players will encounter Yaya battling bandits, necessitating their assistance. After overcoming the adversaries, Naoe and Yaya will discuss the implications of Wada Koretake’s assassination. Following this exchange, Yaya will request Naoe’s support in dealing with the monk who has violated the shrine’s sanctity.
Forgiving or Punishing the Shrine Raider: A Moral Decision
During the dialogue with Yaya, players will face a significant decision: should they advocate for forgiving the shrine raider or support punitive measures for his actions? A prompt on the screen will indicate that Naoe’s choice will influence Yaya’s perception of him.
Outcome: We Forgive Him
If players choose the option to “forgive him,”Yaya will resonate with Naoe’s suggestion. She will decide to pardon the shrine raider, issuing a warning that any further infractions will not be tolerated.
Outcome: We Punish Him
Conversely, selecting “we punish him”prompts Yaya to challenge Naoe’s decision, highlighting the raider’s status as a monk who has taken vows and may eventually return to them. Yaya’s optimistic nature shines through as she emphasizes her belief that vengeance is not the answer, demonstrating the compassionate character she has displayed throughout the game.
Importantly, regardless of the choice made, players will not face negative repercussions, and the mission will progress smoothly in both scenarios. To form a lasting alliance with Yaya in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, players must complete her questline.