Kuji-kiri Spots in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Before the Fall Quest

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe’s personal journey is one of the most compelling storylines you’ll follow. A pivotal part of her arc involves completing the Kuji-kiri ritual as part of the “Before the Fall” quest. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to successfully complete Kuji-kiri and help Naoe confront her past.

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Table of Contents

• Assassin’s Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations
• Kuji-kiri #1
• Kuji-kiri #2
• Kuji-kiri #3
• Kuji-kiri #4
• How to Complete Kuji-kiri

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Kuji-kiri Locations

The first major step in Naoe’s “Before the Fall” quest is performing the Kuji-kiri ritual. While the quest description may seem vague, your goal is to visit four specific locations that hold deep significance in Naoe’s life. At each spot, you'll engage in a memory-revisiting experience that helps her process her emotional trauma.

Kuji-kiri #1

The first Kuji-kiri location is found within the Hideout area, on the eastern side of the map. Head toward the pond and interact with the designated spot to begin the ritual.

Kuji-kiri #2

This site lies south of the Hideout, specifically east of Tennoji Pagoda and north of both Makinoodera Lookout and Makinooedera Temple. Approach the location to trigger the next stage of Naoe’s healing process.

Kuji-kiri #3

Travel to Rolling Glen, just northeast of Tennoji Pagoda in Osaka. You’ll find this Kuji-kiri point along the road—interact here to unlock another piece of Naoe’s past.

Kuji-kiri #4

Head west from Izumi Settsu. From Amagasaki Tenshu, go westward until you reach the area southeast of Nakayama Peak. This final location completes the ritual sequence.

How to Complete Kuji-kiri

At each Kuji-kiri site, you’ll encounter a brief mini-game where timing is key. You must press four buttons in rhythm with the prompts. Initially, visual cues will appear on screen, but they will fade over time, requiring you to rely on the rhythm alone.

Successfully completing each session triggers a memory sequence featuring Naoe. These sequences include short playable segments that allow you to relive key moments from her past. Each completed Kuji-kiri grants you a Knowledge Point, essential for character progression.

And that’s how to complete Kuji-kiri for the “Before the Fall” quest in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips, tricks, and walkthroughs, be sure to check out [ttpp] for all your gaming needs.