In the world of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, commerce is a driving force behind progress, and not all business is conducted above board. If you're on a quest to uncover all the Iron Hand Guild members, you're in the right place. This guide will help you navigate the intricate web of illicit trade and deception in the game.

The Iron Hand in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

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The Iron Hand questline becomes accessible after Naoe masters the tea ceremony under the tutelage of Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. As the story unfolds, you'll reconnect with Imai, who alerts you to a syndicate impersonating House Imai and engaging in unlawful trade. Your mission is to dismantle this secret network of merchants, each controlling different facets of the business. You have the choice to approach them lethally or non-lethally, depending on your playstyle.

How and Where To Find All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

As an early objective in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you'll need to explore the game world, discover key locations, and use the provided clues to pinpoint your targets. This guide will streamline your search.

Merchant Tamao

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Tamao, a dealer in contraband, isn't subtle about his activities. Skip the intel gathering and head directly to the Yamashiro region. Locate Kyoto, the central city, and find Honpoji Temple on its east side. Head west from there to reach Tamao's brewery. Listen to the staff who mention his refusal to come out. Smash the barrels in the courtyard to draw him out, confront him, and move on to the next target.

Merchant Kanta

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As you delve deeper into the Iron Hand quest, you'll find that not all merchants are willingly part of the syndicate. Kanta is one such case, located in the Mouth of Seta in the Omi region. You can choose to attack or use the Observe mechanic to uncover evidence that Kanta is coerced into working for the guild. Spare his life, and he'll join Imai Sokun’s merchant fleet as a captain.

Merchant Ginroku

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Ginroku deals in rare delicacies for the wealthy around Miyazu Bay. Head to the Tamba region, west to Miyazu Bay, just southwest of Miyazu Castle across the bridge. You can choose to eliminate him or find an important letter in nearby huts that spares his life. If spared, he'll work with the real House Imai and gain access to affluent clients in Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

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Kin-no-suke's ostentatious displays of wealth raise suspicions, especially since he employs bandits to steal from others. Head to Obama in the Wakasa region, just east of the Trading Port. Be prepared to deal with his bodyguards, using stealth tactics like smoke bombs and assassinations to take him down.

Iron Hand

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Finally, you'll confront the head of the syndicate, the Iron Hand himself, located in the highly secure Fukuchiyama Castle in Tamba. Prepare for a challenging fight. Approach the castle from the south side to find him. Clear out the guards strategically before facing him. After defeating the Iron Hand, return to Imai Sokun to collect your rewards.

That concludes your journey to find all the Iron Hand Guild members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more assistance with the game, visit The Escapist.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.