In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, The Tournament serves as an excellent XP source, grants an achievement, and delivers thrilling combat. Here's how to conquer The Tournament and unlock the "Test Your Might" trophy.

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How To Unlock and Find The Tournament in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

The Tournament quest becomes available after interacting with Gyoji, a Yamato resident. Typically appearing after eliminating several Shinbakufu targets, Gyoji will await outside your hideout to discuss the underground fighting tournament.

Located at Ominesanji Temple in Southeastern Yamato, this secret arena is best accessed via the Ominesanji Overlook viewpoint west of the area - synchronizing here creates a convenient fast travel point. We highly recommend unlocking it for easy returns and optional character switching.

Upon reaching the temple, speak with Gyoji again. He'll explain the tournament structure: four consecutive one-on-one duels culminating in a final championship match. Begin your first battle by ringing the ceremonial bell after the introductory cutscene.

How to Complete The Tournament in Assassin's Creed Shadows

The Tournament presents a grueling series of high-stakes duels. The silver lining? You control the pacing - ring each subsequent bell only when fully prepared.

Between matches:

• Heal using rations
• Upgrade weapons/armor
• Adjust your strategy

For optimal performance:

• Equip Yasuke with a long katana
• Master dodging and parrying to create openings
• Utilize Power Dash and Payback abilities when adrenaline permits

Understanding opponents' weaponry proves crucial:

• Lady Masago: Naginata specialist
• Lord Suguru: Traditional katana wielder
• Lord Hokuto: Kanabo master
• Lady O-Sen: Dual poison katana with ranged attacks
• Lord Unkai: Naginata user who heals when distance is maintained

After defeating all challengers, speak with Gyoji atop the hill. He'll express gratitude for liberating him while hinting at future tournament opportunities. Your "Test Your Might" trophy unlocks during this conversation.

Best Loadout and Skills for Tournaments

The long katana remains THE tournament weapon. Maximize its effectiveness by:

• Using your highest rarity blade
• Upgrading it fully at your hideout's blacksmith
• Applying Armor Damage/Piercing engravings

Armor selection proves equally vital:

• Samurai Daimyo Armor of Legend: Obtained by defeating The Ox (75% damage boost but reduces health to 25%)
• Protector's Armor: Castle reward enabling parries against unblockables

Combine these engravings into one armor set for devastating results - skilled parrying can eliminate opponents in under a minute.

Skill recommendations:

• Invest Mastery points heavily in Long Katana and Samurai trees
• Maximize Combat Expert for melee damage
• Unlock Power Dash and Payback abilities

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