In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, The Tournament is not only a thrilling source of XP but also a key to unlocking the "Test Your Might" trophy. Here’s a comprehensive guide to mastering The Tournament and claiming your achievement.
How to Unlock and Find The Tournament in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Gyoji, a resident of Yamato, initiates The Tournament quest. After you've taken down several members of The Shinbakufu, Gyoji will be waiting outside your hideout to discuss the tournament. This secret fighting arena is located at the Ominesanji Temple in Southeastern Yamato. To facilitate future visits and character switches, synchronize at the Ominesanji Overlook viewpoint to the west of the area, establishing a fast travel point.
Upon arriving at the Ominesanji Temple, converse with Gyoji again. He'll brief you on the challenge ahead: four one-on-one duels culminating in a showdown with the ultimate champion. After the cutscene, ring the bell to start your first fight.
How to Complete The Tournament in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The Tournament is a series of intense, life-or-death duels. Between each fight, you can take breaks as needed, and remember to ring the bell to initiate the next battle. Use these intervals to heal with rations, and consider upgrading your weapons and armor to stay competitive.
To triumph in each bout, using Yasuke with a long katana is advisable. Master the art of dodging and parrying to exploit your opponents' vulnerabilities. Leverage abilities like Power Dash and Payback when you have sufficient adrenaline. Knowing your opponents' weapons can also give you an edge. Here are the fighters and their weapons:
- Lady Masago: Naginata
- Lord Suguru: Katana
- Lord Hokuto: Kanabo
- Lady O-Sen: Dual Poison Katanas and ranged items
- Lord Unkai: Naginata, can heal if you keep distance
After defeating the last opponent, speak with Gyoji once more atop the hill. He'll express gratitude for his freedom and mention future tournaments. The "Test Your Might" trophy should unlock during this conversation.
Best Loadout and Skills for Tournaments in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
The Long Katana is highly effective for The Tournament. Equip the highest rarity Long Katana you have, and upgrade it at the hideout’s blacksmith. Engravings that boost Armor Damage or Armor Piercing can be a significant advantage. Your armor choice is crucial, enhancing your health and providing combat-altering engravings.
Before entering The Tournament, ensure you've unlocked the Samurai Daimyo Armor of Legend by defeating The Ox, a Shinbakufu member. Also, acquire the Protector’s Armor from completing a Castle. The former enhances damage by 75% but caps your health at 25%, while the latter enables you to parry unblockable attacks. Combining these engravings allows you to dispatch Tournament foes swiftly, provided you parry effectively.
For skills, maximize your Mastery points in the Long Katana and Samurai trees. Prioritize Combat Expert to boost your melee damage, and unlock Power Dash and Payback to give you an edge in battle.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S starting March 20th. Dive into the game and test your might in The Tournament!
