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

Commerce has always been a driving force behind progress, and that's no different in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. However, not everyone plays by the rules. If you're eager to uncover the whereabouts of all the Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you're in the right place. Let's dive into this comprehensive guide to help you navigate through this thrilling questline.

The Iron Hand in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

The Iron Hand questline becomes accessible after Naoe masters the art of the tea ceremony under the guidance of Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. As the story progresses, you'll reconnect with Imai Sokun, who will voice his concerns about impostors tarnishing House Imai's name with illegal dealings.

Your mission is to dismantle this secret merchant syndicate that threatens the legitimacy of House Imai. You'll be tracking down five key merchants, each managing different facets of the syndicate's operations. Whether you choose to handle them lethally or non-lethally is entirely up to you.

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

As one of the initial objectives in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you'll need to explore the game's world, discover critical locations, and use the provided clues to pinpoint your targets. This guide will streamline your search and make the process much more manageable.

Merchant Tamao

Tamao, a dealer in contraband, doesn't shy away from his illicit activities. Bypass the intel-gathering phase and head straight to the Yamashiro region. Navigate to Kyoto, the bustling city at its heart, and seek out Honpoji Temple on the east side. From there, venture west to find Tamao hiding in his brewery. Engage with his staff to learn he's unwilling to show himself. Provoke him by smashing the barrels in the courtyard, and he'll come out ready to fight. Deal with him accordingly and proceed to your next target.

Merchant Kanta

Delving deeper into the Iron Hand syndicate, you'll learn that not all merchants are willingly involved. Kanta, found in the Mouth of Seta within the Omi region, is one such case. You have the option to confront him directly or use the Observe mechanic to uncover evidence that he's being coerced into working for the guild. By sparing his life, Kanta can transition to a captaincy in Imai Sokun’s merchant fleet.

Merchant Ginroku

Ginroku specializes in selling rare delicacies to the wealthiest families around Miyazu Bay. To find him, travel to the Tamba region and locate Miyazu Bay, just southwest of Miyazu Castle, across the bridge. You can choose to eliminate him for his involvement with the Iron Hand or explore nearby huts to find a crucial letter that could spare his life. If spared, Ginroku could work with the legitimate House Imai and gain access to more affluent clients at Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

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

Iron Hand

After dealing with the other merchants, you'll finally pinpoint the location of the Iron Hand, the syndicate's elusive leader. He's entrenched in a highly secure area, so prepare for a challenging confrontation. Head to the Tamba region and target Fukuchiyama Castle, near the region's center. Approach from the south side of the castle walls to find him. The Iron Hand will put up a fierce resistance, so thin out the guards first before engaging him directly. Once you've defeated him, return to Imai Sokun to collect your well-earned rewards.

That concludes your quest to find all the Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more assistance with the game, be sure to check out The Escapist for additional resources and guides.

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