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

In *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, Knowledge is key to your progression. As you earn Knowledge Points and advance your Knowledge Rank, you unlock powerful Mastery abilities that can significantly enhance your gameplay. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to quickly accumulate Knowledge Points in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*.

How to Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Knowledge Rank in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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To progress your Knowledge Rank, you need to gather a specific number of Knowledge Points. The required amount increases as you level up, but fortunately, there are numerous activities that Naoe and Yasuke can engage in throughout Feudal Japan to earn these points.

Knowledge Points are earned through activities that emphasize mindfulness and skill acquisition. Here are some effective ways to gain 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.
• Find all Lost Pages at a Temple.
• Pay respect at Shrines.

While the rewards in terms of loot and XP may vary, these activities typically award 1 Knowledge Point each.

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 complete Knowledge Point-awarding activities in *Assassin's Creed Shadows* varies significantly. For instance, early Kuji-Kiri activities for Naoe may involve longer flashback missions with extended gameplay and cutscenes, while later ones might be shorter. Similarly, the complexity of Kofuns can differ, and the time required for Weapon Kata and Horse Archery depends on your skill level. However, Temples and Shrines are the most efficient for farming Knowledge Points due to their consistent availability and accessibility.

How to Grind Knowledge Points in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Using Focus reveals Lost Page locations, Screenshot by The Escapist

Some Knowledge Point activities in *Assassin's Creed Shadows* are character-specific, but both Naoe and Yasuke can interact with Shrines and Temples. For the fastest Knowledge Point grinding, Naoe is your best bet. Here’s how to optimize your grind:

Head to a Shrine or Temple. Shrines require you to pray at a set number of structures, while Temples involve finding a specific number of Lost Pages. To speed up the process, use Naoe's Focus ability by holding LT, L2, or your designated button. This highlights nearby objectives with white or blue dots, guiding you directly to prayer spots or Lost Pages.

Naoe's superior movement speed and access to the grappling hook and parkour skills make navigating these areas much easier and quicker, especially for reaching Lost Pages in high or difficult-to-access locations. Even outside of Shrines and Temples, keep an eye out for other Knowledge Point-awarding activities to maximize your Knowledge Rank.

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.*