In the early stages of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe embarks on a quest for vengeance against the masked individuals responsible for her father's death. As you begin your journey, you have the option to start with the Golden Teppo. To progress, you'll need to locate Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant. Here's a detailed guide on how to find them.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Imai Sokyu Location
Your search for Imai Sokyu begins with these clues:
- He is located in western Settsu.
- He is specifically in southwestern Sakai.
To find him, open your world map and navigate to the city of Sakai. If you have scouts at your disposal, you can press the square button to send them to the southwestern part of the city, where they will pinpoint Imai Sokyu's location directly. If scouts are not an option, make your way to Sakai and head to the Money Changer District. Use the L2 button to scan your surroundings, and you should spot a blue dot indicating Imai Sokyu's position.
Following this, you'll engage in a brief sequence where you tail Imai Sokyu. This will lead to a conversation in a teahouse, providing Naoe with crucial information about her next objective.
Assassin’s Creed Tea Merchant Location
Next, you need to find the tea merchant, who is conveniently located near where you met Imai Sokyu. Travel to the northern part of Sakai and again use the L2 button to scan the area. Look for the blue dot that will guide you to the tea merchant.
Locating the tea merchant will allow you to advance in the quest and introduce Naoe to the intricacies of the tea ceremony, bringing you one step closer to obtaining the Golden Teppo.
That's all you need to know about finding Imai Sokyu and the tea merchant in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed information on the game, including insights on difficulty settings and how to romance Katsuhime, be sure to visit The Escapist.
