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Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Belly of the Beast Main Quest Walkthrough

By / Assassin's Creed, Assassin's Creed Shadows / March 21, 2025

Head to Kyoto to meet Ise Sadaoki and use this guide to complete the Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Naoe is on a mission to take revenge for his father’s death (Image via Ubisoft)

In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the Belly of the Beast mission is the main mission following the Friend of My Enemy mission. Previously, Lord Akechi Mitsuhide sought Naoe’s help to kill Lord Oda Nobunaga. As a part of the quest, Mitsuhide told Naoe to meet Ise Sadaoki in Kyoto. This article will cover everything you need to know for completing the Belly of the Beast Main Quest in AC Shadows.

Detailed Overview of the Belly of the Beast Mission in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Naoe arriving at the dock (Image via Ubisoft)

In the Belly of the Beast Mission in AC Shadows, Naoe follows the orders of Lord Mitsuhide to join Ise Sadaoki. The mission has the following objectives:

  • Report to Ise Sadaoki.
  • Retrieve the papers.

Below is a detailed guide to help you complete both objectives.

Report to Ise Sadaoki

Isa Sadaoki
Ise Sadaoki (Image via Ubisoft)

In the first objective, you need to report to Ise Sadaoki in Yamashiro. Arrive at the location with the help of the waypoint. There, you will spot Sadaoki talking with two individuals near the river. Go to him and inform him that Mitsuhide sent you.

In response, Sadaoki will say that he is looking for skills rather than flattery. Afterward, dialogue options will open for Naoe with the following choices:

  • I have offended you.
  • I will show you my skills.

Choose whichever you like, as the choice does not change the outcome. Sadaoki will inform Naoe that she will enter Honnoji in a concealed cart. He further tasks Naoe with obtaining the pass from the temple gate, which is necessary to cross the guards.

Retrieve the Papers

Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin's Creed Shadows
Naoe will have to assassinate the soldier guarding the papers (Image via Ubisoft)

As directed by Sadaoki, Naoe will start his hunt to retrieve the required documents from a samurai favored by Lord Oda Nobunaga. The Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin’s Creed Shadows provides the following clues about the papers:

  • They are in Yamashiro.
  • They are at the centre of Kyoto.
  • They are west of Nanban temple.

Take the help of clues and head northwards to reach Honnoji Temple. Once you are there, follow the following steps to retrieve the papers:

  • Climb the fence and use Observer to locate the soldier.
  • Move towards the grasses on the left.
  • Climb to the top of the building in front of you.
  • Use the rooftop trapdoor to enter the building.
  • Descend and air-assassinate the guarding soldier.
  • Retrieve the documents from the table.

After you obtain the papers, exit the premises and deliver them to Sadaoki, finishing the Belly of the Beast mission in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

AC Shadows logo [Source: Ubisoft]

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