In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the decision to confront either Wakasa or Otama during the "The Tea Ceremony" mission significantly impacts your gameplay experience. While both characters arouse suspicion, there's a strategic choice that simplifies the rest of the quest.
Should You Confront Wakasa or Otama in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
After the tea ceremony, the best choice is to confront Wakasa, as she is the Golden Teppo of the Onryo. This decision leads to a straightforward resolution, allowing you to identify and eliminate her with ease. When you confront Wakasa, she invites Naoe to her home for a private discussion. Upon entering, a clear sign of your correct choice is the kasa (straw hat) she wore during the prologue, displayed on her wall. After some dialogue, you can end the mission quickly by taking Wakasa's Teppo from the wall and shooting her at point-blank range.
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What If You Confront Otama in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
Opting to confront Otama after the tea ceremony leads to a more challenging path. You'll still be able to kill Wakasa, but mistakenly targeting Otama first complicates matters. After chasing down and eliminating Otama, you'll discover a letter indicating her corruption. However, this allows Wakasa to fortify her position in Osaka castle, surrounded by her soldiers.
To reach Wakasa, you must travel to Osaka castle and either fight through her soldiers or attempt a stealthy approach. Even if you manage to sneak up on Wakasa for an assassination, it won't be sufficient; you'll need to engage her in at least a one-on-one battle. While the boss fight isn't overly difficult, confronting Wakasa directly after the tea ceremony offers a much simpler and more satisfying cinematic kill, especially given her role in Naoe’s father's death.
Understanding the optimal choice during the Tea Ceremony mission sets you up for success in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. To further enhance your gameplay, learn how to gain XP and level up quickly, preparing you for the game's more challenging missions. Additionally, discover strategies to earn more Knowledge Points, unlocking valuable skills for Naoe and Yasuke.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.*
