In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Knowledge is a key driver of your character's progression. As you elevate your Knowledge Rank by accumulating Knowledge Points, you unlock powerful Mastery abilities that enhance your gameplay. Here's a guide on how to quickly gather Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.
How to Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Knowledge Rank in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
To advance your Knowledge Rank, you need to amass a specific number of Knowledge Points, with the required amount increasing as you progress through levels. Fortunately, Naoe and Yasuke have numerous activities to engage in across Feudal Japan to earn these points.
Knowledge Points are typically earned through activities that promote mindfulness or learning new skills. Here are some activities that will help you earn Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*:
- Find and loot the chest at a Kofun.
- Complete Kuji-Kiri activities.
- Engage in Weapon Kata and Horse Archery.
- Locate all Lost Pages at a Temple.
- Pay respect at Shrines.
While the rewards in terms of loot and XP may differ, these activities usually grant 1 Knowledge Point each.
What Activity Gets You Knowledge Points the Fastest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
The speed at which you can complete activities that award Knowledge Points varies. For instance, early Kuji-Kiri activities for Naoe might involve longer flashback missions with cutscenes, whereas later ones are shorter. The complexity of Kofuns and the skill required for Weapon Kata and Horse Archery can also affect completion time. However, Temples and Shrines stand out as the most efficient way to farm Knowledge Points due to their consistent structure and accessibility.
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How to Grind Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
While some Knowledge Point activities are character-specific, both Naoe and Yasuke can visit Shrines and Temples. However, Naoe is the preferred choice for farming Knowledge Points due to her agility and unique abilities.
To maximize your Knowledge Point gains, head to a Shrine or Temple. At Shrines, you need to pray at a certain number of structures, and at Temples, you must find a set number of Lost Pages. To speed up the process, use Naoe and activate Focus by holding LT, L2, or your chosen button prompt. Focus will highlight nearby objectives with white or blue dots, guiding you directly to where you need to pray or find pages.
Naoe's faster movement and parkour skills, including her grappling hook, make it easier to reach high or difficult areas where Lost Pages might be located. Even when not at Shrines or Temples, continue to engage in other Knowledge Point-earning activities to steadily increase your Knowledge level.
And that’s how to efficiently gather Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
