Kurai Eikyou is a significant side quest that materializes in the mid-to-late stages of Assassin’s Creed Shadows. In this quest, players Yasuke and Naoe must hunt down and eliminate a series of elusive shadow agents concealed across Yamato. Like many late-game quests in AC Shadows, “Kurai Eikyou”offers players formidable rewards, including the unlocking of two exclusive skill upgrades. This guide provides detailed locations for the five Kurai Eikyou agents you need to track down in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
Comprehensive Guide to Kurai Eikyou Locations in AC Shadows
Initiating the Kurai Eikyou Quest
The quest “Kurai Eikyou“unlocks as you pursue a Shinbakufu member known as The Wise. This journey commences during the mission titled “A Chance Encounter.”During this pivotal quest, you’ll interact with an NPC named Fuyu, who will reveal details about the group associated with “Kurai Eikyou.”Upon completing “A Chance Encounter,”look for the Kurai Eikyou target wheel on your Objectives board to proceed.
Locations of All Five Kurai Eikyou Targets
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Agent Name |
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Rewards |
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The Katsuragi Agent |
To locate Katsuragi Agent, you’ll need to engage in the “Restless Spirits”quest which is essential for your pursuit of The Wise. This agent can be found at Gokenin Manor in Katsuragi, Yamato. You can reveal his whereabouts by sending a scout to survey the area, thereby bypassing the local interactions suggested by the sub-quest. |
Boulder Fall Legendary Kanobo, Uninterruptible Legendary Engraving, Loyal Friend Quest Item, 295 Mon. |
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The Tsutsui Agent |
The Tsutsui Agent resides within Koriyama Castle in northwestern Yamato, specifically in the courtyard positioned directly behind the castle tower. This target is well-guarded, so depending on your combat skills as Yasuke or stealth tactics as Naoe, you can approach either through direct confrontation or sneak past a window. Don’t forget to complete the Messenger’s sub-quest at Koriyama Castle before departing. |
Dragon’s Wrath Legendary Bow, Instantly Charge Arrow Legendary Engraving. |
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The Blacksmith Agent |
After eliminating the Tsutsui Agent, you’ll gain insight into another target, The Blacksmith Agent, as part of the ongoing sub-quest. To gather more intel, eavesdrop on two blacksmiths in Uda Town, Yamato. Ultimately, your search will lead you to Miyataki, situated at the eastern side of the river to the north of Yoshino, where you’ll find The Blacksmith Agent residing in the same establishment as the Gear Vendor. |
Encouragement Legendary Amulet, Naginata Specialization Legendary Engraving, Loyal Friend Quest Item, 330 Mon. |
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The Akiyama Agent |
You’ll discover the Akiyama Agent within Uda Matsuyama Castle located in northeastern Yamato. To pinpoint his location, deploy a scout to the surrounding village, revealing details north of the Hidden River province. |
Repeating Fate Legendary Teppo, Damage to Distant Enemy Legendary Engraving, Loyal Friend Quest Item. |
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The Messenger |
Upon successfully neutralizing the prior four agents, the whereabouts of The Messenger will become apparent. You will find him meditating at the Kofukuji Temple in the Nara Heartland region of Yamato. The information suggests he only meditates during the night, yet it has been noted that he can be found during the day as well. |
Shade of Blight Legendary Naginata, Adrenaline on Affliction Trigger Legendary Engraving, Status Update Quest Item, 310 Mon. |
Final Rewards for Kurai Eikyou
After you have tracked down and defeated all five agents, return to Fuyu at the Oniwa Shrine located in the Nara Heartland of Yamato. Completing the mission rewards you with several upgrades:
- Kunai Assassination Damage III – Enhancement for Kunai Assassination on Naoe’s Tools skill tree.
- Silent Arrows III – Enhancement for Silent Arrows on Yasuke’s Bow skill tree.
- 5000 XP
Additionally, you will receive a special gift atop Oniwa Shrine:
- Whisper of Marumasa Legendary Long Katana.