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The world ofAssassin’s Creed: Shadowsis quite massive. There won’t be any shortage of things to do aside from the main story. What adds life to the in-game version of Japan is the side missions and the various side activities you’ll encounter.
They show that the world has tons of depth and personality, which adds to the immersion. What makes the immersion richer are the random encounters, like riddles that appear in the game. The one that sticks out the most is the Seashell Riddle, and by reading this guide, you’re able to find the solution.
How To Solve The Seashell Riddle
Toincrease the chance of this eventpopping up, you need to bein Katano, which isnorth of Osaka in the Izumi Settsuregion. You’ll also need to getpast the prologueof the game.
Once you’re there, navigate towardthe Katano Kakurega Hideout. It should be in thenorthern section of Katano.
Because of the event’s random nature, it might not show up if you’replaying the game inCanon Mode.
When youapproach the hideout,an old noblewoman will either be outside of it or nearby, roaming around. As you get closer to her, she’ll call out to you. When youinteract with the old lady,she’ll show you her seashells.
Additionally,her looks(her age) and the color of the Kimono she’s wearingmight be different every time she appears. Just keep an ear out for her to call out to you when you’re close to the hideout.
ensure you’replaying as Naoe, as the old lady seems to show up whenYaskue is not in control.
Upon presenting you with the seashells, the old lady will ask youwhich province the seashellscome from. There are three options to pick from. They are:It is from Kyoto, it must be from Omi,andI believe it’s from Wakasa.
Thecorrect answerwill be the third option:I believe it’s from Wakasa.
Rewards For Solving The Seashell Riddle
Answering and solving the riddle is worth your time. You gettwo choices to pick from, and both options are useful depending on what your needs are.
After getting the right answer, you can eitherrefill aScout Circleor you’ll earn aWorld Rumor. Filling the Scout Circle isn’t necessary because it only costsaround 200 Mon. On the other hand,picking the World Rumor might be a better idea.
Since the riddle is based in the Katano, the World Rumor will bein the same city. By picking the second option, you’ll discover the World Rumor is theButterfly Collector. It’ll bewest of Katano Castle.
Thisside mission is worthwhilemainly because it’s one of the more unique missions in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows.
