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In a surprising partnership that defies usual expectations, Ubisoft has announced an virtual collaboration between Assassin's Creed Shadows and the popular anime series Attack on Titan. The unexpected Thanksgiving event continues from November 25 through December 22, providing free bonus story content for Shadows players.

Mysterious Adventure Disclosed

According to the formal announcement, "A mysterious encounter draws characters Naoe and Yasuke into a fresh quest, where hints of prohibited rituals and terrifying metamorphoses resonate through the shadows." The narrative features a "strangely dressed woman named Ada" who charges the duo with venturing into the Gemstone Grotto—a important location from Attack on Titan—to rescue her friend from a clandestine group.

The questline focuses on "peculiar trials and a fearsome foe" and is open to all players who have gained access to the Yasuke character.

Iconic Places and Changes

The teaser features the Hidden Temple from Attack on Titan reimagined as the Crystal Cave. This significant location was formerly where the Reiss royal family handed down the Founding Titan ability through generations. The teaser concludes with a powerful moment showing a character, likely the hostage, transforming into a Titan that towers over Naoe and Yasuke.

Special Rewards and Additional Material

Players who accomplish the adventure will obtain an exclusive katana in addition to numerous objects secreted throughout the area in hidden chests. The update also features in-store Attack on Titan item packs, featuring:

• Titan-themed outfit for Yasuke
• Mikasa attire for Naoe
• Unique weapons
• Survey Corps vehicle

Latest Free Story Content

This update also adds the game's latest complimentary story episode, titled "The Enigma." This humorous adventure pairs Naoe and Yasuke as they swap signature techniques: Naoe debuts a theatrical interpretation of Yasuke's war kick, while Yasuke acquires non-fatal stealth takedowns. Faithful to its name, "The Enigma" also includes a fresh environmental puzzle that may ultimately clarify some lingering questions from the main storyline.

Previous Japanese Animation Partnerships

This represents scarcely the first time the Assassin's Creed franchise has partnered with famous anime series. The series previously included a 2020 cross-promotional story linking Assassin's Creed: Valhalla with Makoto Yukimura's Vinland Saga. Moreover, Valhalla informally included a quest that obviously echoed the famous series One-Punch Man.