Assassin's Creed Shadows Performer Main quest guide

In the Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the Performer quest is a pivotal mission that tests the combat and the decision-making skills of the players. As Naoe and Yasuke, it lets the players hunt down Takeda Motoaki , a skilled warrior and a cunning foe who hides behind the mask of the fox. This guide here breaks down the key steps of the mission, the boss strategies, and choices without spoiling your thrill of discovery.



How to complete The Performer quest?




The quest starts after The Music finishes. It requires the players to be at least on level 33. If you are still not there, grinding the side quests or upgrading the gear is a must, as Motoaki hits hard, and the lower health pool of Naoe makes the mistakes costly.


Next, head to Obama and have a conversation with Nagahide to confirm your readiness. After the mission is triggered, you will be able to switch between Naoe and Yasuke for different phases.


As Yasuke, chase Samemaru, the pirate who will lead you to a fight. All attacks are just straightforward. So, dodge the heavy kicks and his projectile strikes. After you defeat him, shift the control to Naoe, who then must track down Takeda Motoaki in the Samurai Yashiki District.


Use the Eagle Vision to follow the biwa (lute) melody. It will lead you to the hideout of Motoaki. Inside, the cutscene plays. It presents some dialogue choices, none of which affect the story but add depth to the encounter.



Defeat Takeda Motoaki in the boss fight


Motoaki is a relentless opponent. He favors the combos and charged attacks. As Naoe, agility is the key. Make sure to,

• Dodge frequently as Motoaki’s strikes are heavy, but they are telegraphed.
  
• Use the abilities to deal with burst damage, as the basic attacks can wear down your opponent slowly.
  
• Keep your distance if you are overwhelmed. Then, counterattack, when Takeda Motoaki pauses.
  

After the fight, you will be facing the final moral choices about the fate of Motoaki. It will wrap up the quest with 3 Mastery Points and 2000 XP.



Tips for smooth gameplay

• Level up first. If you are under-leveled, quit through the menu and then return later, as the one shot from the boss can prove costly for unprepared players.
  
• Gear the masters and equip them with some of the best weapons and armor before you engage.
  
• Explore the optional clues by investing the notes and the NPCs that add context to the motives of Motoaki.
  

The quest blends combat, narrative depth, and stealth, making it to be a standout in the Assassin’s Creed Shadows. So, whether you side with vengeance or justice, the choice is completely yours. As your next step, continue with the Shinbakufu storyline or tackle some side quests for extra rewards.


If you are ready for the next challenge, go ahead and get your win, but always move up with the right prep.