How to Complete the “A Chance Encounter” Main Quest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Assassin’s Creed Shadows delivers an immersive feudal Japan experience, blending stealth and combat across its expansive narrative. One of its pivotal main quests, “A Chance Encounter,” unlocks critical story progression and rewards. Here’s a spoiler-free guide to completing it efficiently.

Quest Overview

“A Chance Encounter” becomes available after advancing through the “The Wise” story arc, requiring players to investigate a lead tied to the Shinbakufu conspiracy. This mission emphasizes exploration and dialogue choices, with outcomes varying based on character selection (Naoe or Yasuke).

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Prerequisites: Ensure you’ve completed “Lost Honor” and “Darkness Falls” to unlock this quest .
2. Starting the Quest: Head to the marked location in Yamashiro (Kyoto region) and speak with the informant near the temple.
3. Investigation: Use Naoe’s Focus ability (L2/Right-Click) to scan for clues, including a discarded letter and footprints. Yasuke players can intimidate locals for intel .
4. Dual Paths:
   • Naoe: Infiltrate a nearby estate silently, assassinating guards to retrieve a key document.
   • Yasuke: Confront a group of ronin in a scripted duel, leveraging heavy attacks to break defenses .
5. Final Choice: Decide whether to spare or eliminate the target—this affects later alliances and dialogue .

Rewards

• XP: 2,000–3,000 (scales with level).
• Gear: Legendary trinket (Naoe) or a rare katana (Yasuke) .
• Story Impact: Unlocks “The Lost Envoys” and “Restless Spirits” quests .

Pro Tips

• Stealth Focus: Naoe’s grappling hook shortcuts rooftop routes.
• Combat Prep: Yasuke should equip armor-piercing weapons for the duel.