You’ll need to find the Assassin’s Creed Shadows legendary animals featured in the Sumi-e paintings to unlock the ‘A Rare Occurrence’ achievement. Who doesn’t want to spot these rare and beautifully designed animals? They are a must-find for completionists. Forget about getting resources or recruiting Scouts; finding the legendary animal locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows is on everyone’s mind.
In this guide, we’ll show you all Sumi-e locations of the five Assassin’s Creed Shadows legendary animals, along with the seasons and times they appear.
What Are Sumi-e aka Assassin’s Creed Shadows Legendary Animals?
In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, there are five legendary animals that serve as subjects for Sumi-e paintings. These animals are tied to specific locations, seasons, and times of day. Finding them rewards you with unique wall decorations and XP, making them a valuable collectible for players who want to fully explore the game.
However, hunting these animals isn’t straightforward. Four of the five legendary animals only appear during specific seasons and times of day, and their spawn rates can be inconsistent. You may need to leave and re-enter the area to make them appear. Additionally, each in-game season lasts three hours, so patience is key.
Legendary Animal Locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Here’s a detailed breakdown of all the legendary animal locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, including when and where to find them:
1. Legendary Macaque
- Location: Sarumaru Shrine, Little Leaf Glade, Yamashiro
- Season/Time: All seasons, evening
- Reward: Legendary Macaque Sumi-e wall decoration and 550 XP
The Legendary Macaque is inspired by the Japanese proverb “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.” You’ll find the three wise macaques meditating atop the Sarumaru Shrine in Yamashiro. This is the easiest legendary animal to find since it spawns in all seasons.
2. Legendary White Tanuki
- Location: Shigaraki Hamlet, The Shimmering Fields, Omi
- Season/Time: Summer, daytime
- Reward: Legendary Tanuki Sumi-e wall decoration and 550 XP
The Legendary White Tanuki can be found near Shigaraki Hamlet in Omi, just east of Lake Biwa’s base, close to the Iga border. This playful creature only appears during the summer, so make sure to visit during the right season.
3. Legendary Red-crowned Crane
- Location: Lake Suigetsu, Wakasa
- Season/Time: Winter, daytime
- Reward: Legendary Grey Heron Sumi-e wall decoration and 550 XP
This majestic bird, which could be a crane or heron, is found on a small islet in Lake Suigetsu, Wakasa. It only appears during the winter, so plan your visit accordingly. The serene setting makes it one of the most beautiful legendary animals to encounter.
4. Legendary Sakura Shika Deer
- Location: Sakura Meadow, Yoshino, Yamato
- Season/Time: Spring, nighttime
- Reward: Legendary Deer Sumi-e wall decoration and 550 XP
The Legendary Sakura Shika Deer is a stunning creature with blossom-lined antlers. It can be found in Sakura Meadow during the spring at night. The vibrant cherry blossoms make this encounter particularly memorable.
5. Legendary Silver Fox
- Location: Kamimisu Inari Shrine, Nakahechi Route, Kii
- Season/Time: Autumn, nighttime
- Reward: Legendary Silver Fox Sumi-e wall decoration and 550 XP
The final legendary animal is the Legendary Silver Fox, which can be found at the Kamimisu Inari Shrine in Kii. This fox howls at the moon, making it a perfect subject for a Sumi-e painting. It only appears during autumn nights, so time your visit carefully.
And that’s how to find all five Assassin’s Creed Shadows legendary animals. For more Assassin’s Creed Shadows content, stay tuned to RetroNoob.
