Title Update 1.1.6 just dropped something mysterious into Assassin’s Creed Shadows—the intriguing “A Puzzlement” quest! This glyph-hunting adventure sends Naoe and Yasuke on a cryptic journey to help Kinu and Kane unlock a mysterious door in Wakasa. If you’re ready to channel your inner puzzle master, here’s everything you need to solve this enigmatic quest.
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Overview
| Quest Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Quest Name | A Puzzlement |
| Location | Wakasa (South of Hanazono Castle) |
| Prerequisites | Yasuke Unlocked, Update 1.1.6 |
| Key Item | Riddle Scroll Beacon Trinket |
| Objective | Find Glyph of the Vault |
| Unlocks | Teach a Dog New Kicks Quest |
Starting Your Mystery Quest
First things first—you’ll need Yasuke unlocked as a playable character to access this quest. After downloading Title Update 1.1.6, head south to the Wakasa region, specifically north of Hanazono Castle. The quest marker won’t be subtle, but the experience certainly will be!
Upon arrival, you’ll meet Kinu and Kane standing near a puzzling door adorned with mysterious glyphs. These aren’t your average decorative carvings—they’re part of an ancient riddle that’s stumped the locals. Chat with them about the enigmatic symbols, and when prompted, agree to investigate. According to the official Assassin’s Creed Shadows game guide, these puzzle quests reward keen observation and systematic exploration.
Pro tip: If the quest isn’t appearing in your tracker, open the objective board and select it from the “People of Wakasa” segment.
Hunting for the Glyph of the Vault
Here’s where things get clever. Immediately after accepting the quest, you’ll receive the Riddle Scroll Beacon—a specialized trinket that acts like a supernatural metal detector for glyphs. Open your inventory, navigate to the Trinket section, and equip this mystical device.
The Riddle Scroll Beacon works brilliantly: as you approach hidden glyphs, it blinks faster and faster. Think of it as playing “hot and cold” with ancient symbols! Travel east from the quest start point toward the objective marker near the lake. Watch your beacon carefully—when those blinks become rapid-fire, you’re practically on top of your target.
The Glyph of the Vault sits near the waterside, waiting to reveal its secrets. Investigate it thoroughly to complete the primary objective.
For more puzzle-solving strategies and hidden collectible locations, explore our AC Shadows secrets guide and complete walkthrough collection.
Wrapping Up the Mystery
With the glyph discovered, return to Kinu and Kane at the original meeting spot. Share your findings about the mysterious symbol and agree to help them unravel the puzzle door’s greater mystery. This conversation concludes “A Puzzlement” while simultaneously launching the “Teach a Dog New Kicks” quest—because one mystery always leads to another in feudal Japan!
This quest serves as an introduction to the larger glyph collection system, so keep that Riddle Scroll Beacon handy for future adventures.
How to Watch
Want to see the complete glyph-hunting process before attempting it yourself? The Assassin’s Creed official YouTube channel features gameplay demonstrations of Update 1.1.6 content. Twitch streamers are also documenting all glyph locations in real-time playthroughs.
For visual learners, community content creators have uploaded comprehensive video guides showing the exact Glyph of the Vault location with detailed map markers. Search for “AC Shadows A Puzzlement walkthrough” to find multiple perspectives on solving this quest efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I complete A Puzzlement quest before finishing the main story? Yes! This quest becomes available as soon as you’ve unlocked Yasuke as a playable character and installed Update 1.1.6. It’s designed as side content that doesn’t require main story completion, making it accessible relatively early in your playthrough.
Q: What happens if I lose the Riddle Scroll Beacon? Don’t worry—trinkets in Assassin’s Creed Shadows cannot be permanently lost or discarded. If you accidentally unequip it, simply return to your inventory’s Trinket section and re-equip the Riddle Scroll Beacon. It remains in your possession throughout your entire game.
Craving more Assassin’s Creed Shadows content? Check out our character build guides and DLC expansion coverage for everything you need to master feudal Japan!
