Assassin’s Creed Shadows – All Shrine Locations & Rewards (Shrine Guide)

In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, shrines are far more than just optional gathering destinations – they serve as secret locations of ancient energy sources that permanently improve your stamina, Ki and relic abilities. Many players overlook them, as they are often hidden in hard-to-reach regions or behind complex puzzles. In this comprehensive guide, we show you all the shrine locations, puzzle solutions and rewards – sorted by region.

Spoiler warning: Some shrines only become accessible after completing certain main quests or side missions. If you want to explore the world yourself, read the guide section by section.

Kyoto – Shrines of the capital

Kyoto is the first major region in which you can discover shrines. Many can be found at temples and watercourses – here you will learn the basic mechanics of the shrine puzzles.

• 1st Shrine of the Morning Dew – Northeast of the Kiyomizu Temple. Activate three water lanterns to open the entrance. Reward: +10% Ki regeneration.
• 2nd Flame Lotus Shrine – Behind a bamboo garden in the Gion district. Use fire arrows to clear the blockade. Reward: “Flame of Yamato” relic fragment.
• 3rd Dragon Gate Shrine – Below the bridge on the Silver River. You must use Naoe’s grappling hook. Reward: +1 relic slot.
• 4th Shrine of the Silent Blossom – In the west, behind a hidden waterfall. Reward: permanent stamina bonus +5%.

Awaji Island – Shrines of the Wind

Awaji is known for its windswept coasts and cliff paths. The shrines here are more dangerous, often with platform puzzles or waves of enemies.

• 1st Shrine of the Four Winds – On the southern cliff, only accessible with Yasuke. Solve the wind wheel puzzle to open the door. Reward: “Wind Blade” relic.
• 2nd Cliff Shrine – Between two bamboo bridges in the east. Use gusts of wind to activate platforms. Reward: +10% fall damage reduction.
• 3rd Fisherman’s Shrine – In the village of Sumoto, near the harbor. Requires completion of the side quest “The Lost Amulet”. Reward: 500 Ryo + Relic Fragment.

Iga Province – Shrines of Shadows

This region is characterized by old ninja clans and secret tunnels. Shrines here are often hidden deep underground or in ruins.

• 1st Shrine of the Moon Mist – In the old ninja training camp, reached after completing the quest “Legacy of Iga”. Reward: +1 relic ability.
• 2nd Shrine of the Broken Blade – In the northwestern cave system, guarded by elite enemies. Reward: +15% damage on stealth kills.

Yamashiro – Shrines of Fire

Yamashiro marks the middle game segment. Here, combat challenges are combined with environmental traps.

• 1st Shrine of the Burning Path – In a burning village, you must avoid firebombs. Reward: +20% resistance to fire damage.
• 2nd Blood Red Shrine – At the edge of Tsubaki Fortress, only accessible at night. Reward: “Shadow Flame” relic.
• 3rd Oni Shrine – Enter the shrine after a duel with an Oni Ghost. Reward: +5% crit chance.

Omi & Endgame – Hidden Shrines (Spoiler)

Attention: Spoiler! These shrines are only available after completing the main story or in the “New Game+” phase. They contain powerful relics and rare materials.

• 1st Shrine of the Sun and Moon – In the mountains north of Omi. Both characters must interact together. Reward: “Balance of Light” relic + permanent life bonus.
• 2nd Shrine of Impermanence – In the Temple of Awaji, only after the side quest “Call of the Ancients”. Reward: “Eternal Shadow” relic (improves dodge window).

FAQ – Shrines in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

How many shrines are there in total?

There are a total of 14 confirmed shrines in the main game, including two hidden endgame locations.

Do I have to find all the shrines to reach 100%?

Yes, all shrines count towards the 100% completion rating and some grant unique relics.

Can I visit shrines at a later date?

Yes, after completing the story, you can return to all activated shrines via fast travel.

Do I get an Achievement for all shrines?

Yes, the Achievement “Guardian of the Ancient Ways” is unlocked as soon as you have activated all shrines.

Discovering all the shrines in Assassin’s Creed Shadows not only unlocks valuable bonuses, but also teaches you a lot about the Elder Clans of Japan. Some locations tell stories about past conflicts and serve as a key to understanding the “Shadows” mythos.

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