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 this is no different in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. However, not everyone operates within the bounds of the law. If you're eager to uncover the locations of all Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, this comprehensive guide will be your ultimate resource.

The Iron Hand in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

The Iron Hand questline becomes available after Naoe masters the intricacies of the tea ceremony from Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. Later, you'll reconnect with Imai Sokun, who voices concerns about imposters tarnishing the reputation of House Imai through illegal dealings. Your mission is to dismantle this covert merchant syndicate attempting to usurp the legitimate House Imai. You'll encounter five merchants, each overseeing different facets of the syndicate's operations, and you can choose between non-lethal and lethal approaches based on your preference.

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 world and uncover key locations using the clues provided to pinpoint your targets. This guide will eliminate the guesswork, providing direct routes to each member.

Merchant Tamao

Merchant Tamao, involved in contraband, is not subtle about his operations. Bypass the intel-gathering phase and head straight to the Yamashiro region. Navigate to Kyoto, the bustling city center, and locate Honpoji Temple on the eastern edge. From there, move westward to find Tamao hiding in his brewery. His staff will mention his reluctance to emerge. Draw him out by smashing the barrels in the courtyard, and he'll confront you. Deal with him and proceed to the next target.

Merchant Kanta

Delving deeper into the Iron Hand questline, you'll find that not all merchants are willingly part of the syndicate. Merchant Kanta is one such individual, located in the Mouth of Seta in the Omi region. You can choose to attack him or use the Observe mechanic to gather crucial intel that reveals his coercion by the guild. Spare his life, and he'll transition to a captain role in Imai Sokun’s merchant fleet.

Merchant Ginroku

Merchant Ginroku specializes in selling rare delicacies to affluent families around Miyazu Bay. Head west to the Tamba region, where Miyazu Bay is located. His hideout is just southwest of Miyazu Castle, across the bridge. You can either eliminate him for his involvement with the Iron Hand or search nearby huts for a letter that could spare his life. If spared, he'll continue working with the legitimate House Imai, gaining access to wealthier clients at Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

Merchant Kin-no-suke's ostentatious displays of wealth raise suspicions, especially since he uses bandits to steal from competitors. Naoe and Yasuke must investigate him in Obama, Wakasa, just east of the Trading Port. Surrounded by bodyguards, you can use stealth tactics like smoke bombs for assassinations to ensure his demise.

Iron Hand

Finally, you'll confront the head of the syndicate, the Iron Hand himself, located in a highly secured area within Tamba's Fukuchiyama Castle, near the region's center. Approach from the south side of the castle walls to find him. Expect fierce resistance, so it's advisable to take out guards stealthily before engaging the Iron Hand. After defeating him, return to Imai Sokun to claim your rewards.

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

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