In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the decision to confront either Wakasa or Otama during the "The Tea Ceremony" mission carries significant consequences for the rest of your campaign. Both characters present compelling reasons for suspicion, but choosing the correct target can greatly simplify your path forward.
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 revealed to be the Golden Teppo of the Onryo. This decision leads to the easiest resolution of her storyline. When you confront Wakasa, she invites Naoe to her home for a private conversation. Upon entering, a subtle clue—the kasa (straw hat) from the prologue worn by the Onryo—hanging on her wall confirms your choice. Following some dialogue, Naoe can quickly end the mission by taking Wakasa's Teppo from the wall and shooting her point-blank.
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What If You Confront Otama in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
Choosing to confront Otama after the tea ceremony leads to a more complex scenario. Although you will still eventually kill Wakasa, mistakenly targeting Otama first results in a challenging stealth and combat sequence against multiple enemies. After killing Otama and discovering her corrupt nature through a letter, Wakasa has time to fortify her position in Osaka castle with her soldiers.
To reach Wakasa, you must either fight her soldiers or sneak past them. Even if you manage to sneak up on Wakasa, a one-on-one confrontation is unavoidable. While the boss fight isn't overly difficult, confronting Wakasa directly after the tea ceremony offers a smoother and more satisfying cinematic experience, especially considering her role in Naoe's father's death.
Understanding the best decision to make after the Tea Ceremony mission is crucial. For those looking to progress further, learn how to gain XP and level up quickly in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* to tackle the game's more challenging missions. Additionally, discover strategies to earn more Knowledge Points, enabling you to unlock additional skills for Naoe and Yasuke.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.*
