In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, mastering the game's progression heavily relies on your Knowledge Rank, which you can elevate by accumulating Knowledge Points. As you advance, these points unlock new abilities through Mastery. Here’s a detailed guide on how to efficiently gather Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

How to Earn Knowledge Points and Level Up Knowledge Rank in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Your Knowledge Rank advances by earning a set number of Knowledge Points, with the required amount increasing as you progress through levels. Fortunately, Naoe and Yasuke have numerous activities across Feudal Japan to help you earn these points.

Knowledge Points are gained through activities that emphasize mindfulness or skill acquisition. Here are some key activities that will help you earn Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*:

• Find and loot the chest at a Kofun.
• Complete Kuji-Kiri activities.
• Engage in Weapon Kata and Horse Archery.
• Locate all Lost Pages at a Temple.
• Pay respect at Shrines.

While the rewards in terms of loot and XP may vary, these activities typically grant 1 Knowledge Point each.

What Activity Gets You Knowledge Points the Fastest in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

The speed at which you can complete activities that award Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* varies. For instance, early Kuji-Kiri activities for Naoe involve longer flashback missions and cutscenes, while later ones are shorter. The complexity of Kofuns and the skill required for Weapon Kata and Horse Archery also affect completion time. However, visiting Temples and Shrines remains the most efficient method for farming Knowledge Points.

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How to Grind Knowledge Points in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

While some activities are character-specific, both Naoe and Yasuke can visit Shrines and Temples. However, Naoe is the preferred character for farming Knowledge Points due to her agility and abilities.

To maximize your Knowledge Point gains, head to a Shrine or Temple. At Shrines, you need to pray at a certain number of structures, and at Temples, you must find a set number of Lost Pages. To speed up the process, use Naoe and activate Focus by holding LT, L2, or your chosen button prompt. Focus will highlight nearby objectives with white or blue dots, guiding you to where you need to pray or find pages.

Naoe’s faster movement and parkour skills, including her grappling hook, make it easier to reach high or difficult areas where Lost Pages might be located. Even when not at Shrines or Temples, continue to engage in other Knowledge Point-earning activities to steadily increase your Knowledge Rank.

And that’s how to efficiently gather Knowledge Points in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*