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"Quick Guide: Earning Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows"

Author : Audrey Apr 02,2025

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, mastering the art of acquiring Knowledge Points is key to advancing your Knowledge Rank and unlocking powerful Mastery abilities. Here’s how you can efficiently gather Knowledge Points to enhance your gameplay experience in the rich world of Feudal Japan.

How To Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Knowledge Rank in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Screenshot by The Escapist

Your Knowledge Rank in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is elevated by accumulating Knowledge Points. As you progress, the number of points required to reach the next level increases. Fortunately, both Naoe and Yasuke have numerous activities available across Japan to earn these valuable points.

Knowledge Points are typically earned through activities that promote mindfulness and skill acquisition. Here are some effective ways to 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 respects at Shrines.

These activities generally reward you with 1 Knowledge Point, though the loot and XP gains may vary.

What Activity Gets You Knowledge Points the Fastest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

A Temple icon on the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Map, Screenshot by The Escapist

The speed at which you can earn Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* varies depending on the activity. Early Kuji-Kiri activities for Naoe involve longer gameplay segments and cutscenes, while later ones are more straightforward. The complexity of Kofuns can differ, and the time to complete Weapon Kata and Horse Archery depends on your skill level. However, visiting Temples and Shrines remains the most efficient method for farming Knowledge Points.

How To Grind Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Using Focus reveals Lost Page locations, Screenshot by The Escapist

While some activities are character-specific, both Naoe and Yasuke can visit Shrines and Temples. For the fastest Knowledge Point accumulation, choose Naoe. Shrines require praying at designated structures, while Temples involve finding Lost Pages. To expedite these tasks, use Naoe’s Focus ability (activated by holding LT, L2, or your chosen button) to highlight nearby objectives with white or blue dots, guiding you directly to the prayer spots or pages.

Naoe’s agility and access to the grappling hook and parkour skills make it easier to reach higher areas and collect Lost Pages swiftly. Even when not at Shrines or Temples, make sure to engage in other Knowledge Point-awarding activities to steadily increase your Knowledge Rank.

By following these strategies, you can efficiently gather Knowledge Points and enhance your journey through *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*