Win Assassin's Creed Shadows' Tournament for 'Test Your Might' Achievement

In Assassin's Creed Shadows, The Tournament serves as an excellent XP farming location, grants a special achievement, and delivers thrilling combat encounters. Here's your complete guide to conquering The Tournament and earning the "Test Your Might" trophy.

How To Unlock and Locate The Tournament

The Tournament quest becomes available through Gyoji, a Yamato NPC who appears outside your hideout after eliminating several Shinbakufu targets. This underground fighting arena is situated at Ominesanji Temple in Southeastern Yamato. For convenient access, synchronize at the Ominesanji Overlook viewpoint west of the location - this creates a crucial fast travel point.

When you arrive at the temple, Gyoji will explain the tournament structure: four consecutive one-on-one duels culminating in a final championship match. Initiate each fight by ringing the bell.

Tournament Victory Strategy

The Tournament presents intense combat challenges with no time constraints between matches. Between rounds, heal using rations and optimize your gear. For optimal performance:

• Equip Yasuke with a long katana
• Master dodge and parry mechanics
• Trigger vulnerable states effectively
• Utilize Power Dash and Payback abilities

Understanding opponent weapon types proves crucial:

• Lady Masago - Naginata
• Lord Suguru - Katana
• Lord Hokuto - Kanabo
• Lady O-Sen - Dual Poison Katanas (with ranged attacks)
• Lord Unkai - Naginata (with healing ability)

After victory, speak with Gyoji atop the hill to receive your achievement.

Optimal Equipment Setup

For maximum effectiveness:

• Upgrade your highest rarity Long Katana at the blacksmith
• Apply Armor Damage/Piercing engravings
• Acquire the Samurai Daimyo Armor of Legend (from defeating The Ox)
• Obtain the Protector's Armor (castle completion reward)

The ideal armor combination grants:

• 75% damage boost (with health reduction)
• Unblockable attack parry capability

Skill allocation priority:

• Maximize Long Katana mastery
• Invest in Samurai tree abilities
• Upgrade Combat Expert
• Unlock Power Dash and Payback

Assassin's Creed Shadows launches March 20th for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.