Follow our step-by-step walkthrough for Assassin's Creed Shadows' 'An Evening in Otsu' quest. Find Aoi, uncover the duel's secrets on Seta Bridge, and defeat Akechi Kagemitsu's ambush.
Alright, let's get this quest rolling! First things first, you'll need to head to Otsu, a town located in the Omi region. Think of it as being pretty close to the Hills of Meeting in Yamashiro, and if you pull your map back a bit, it's right next to the Mouth of Seta. If you've been exploring, you might already have a kakurega (your hideout) unlocked there, which makes fast travel a breeze. If not, don't worry, it's not too far from the Gion Kakurega on the east side of Kyoto.
Otsu is split into two parts: the Lower District and the Upper District. You'll want to make your way to the Upper District because that's where you'll find Aoi. She's hanging out just north of the kakurega in that area, so keep an eye out. She's pretty easy to spot since she'll be holding an umbrella. Once you find her, chat her up. She'll tell you that a big shot from the Shinbakufu has agreed to a duel on Seta Bridge, and it's happening at night. The bridge you're looking for is the big, red one to the southeast, so let's head there.
Once you're on Seta Bridge, use your 'Observe' ability. You'll probably notice a blue dot underneath the bridge, right where some construction is going on. This is a great spot to eavesdrop on a conversation about who's actually going to be in the duel. Keep that info in mind! For now, though, look over the side of the broken part of the bridge. You'll see some scaffolding. Carefully drop down there. As soon as you land, you should spot a letter lying next to a station where you can refill your tools. Grab it and read it – it confirms the duel is happening tonight, so your character decides to wait it out.
After the cutscene, where you'll discover the identity of 'The Naginata,' Akechi Kagemitsu, and see that he's ambushed the old man, it's time for you to jump in. You'll be left to handle the enemies on your own. Don't stress too much; they shouldn't be too tough. You'll face two waves. The first wave is just melee fighters. Always keep your guard up and watch for attack indicators so you can block or parry effectively. The second wave includes a ranged enemy, so be extra cautious and pay attention to the indicator when they're about to fire.
After you've dealt with all the enemies, Aoi will rush over to you on the bridge. Talk to her, and she'll tell you where Kagemitsu has gone. She'll mention that his castle is heavily guarded, so a direct assault isn't the best plan. Instead, Aoi suggests you go after the other duelist, Shotei, who fled east. He'll likely know how to get into the castle stealthily. This wraps up the 'An Evening in Otsu' quest and kicks off the next one, 'Against the Koga-ryu.'
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