Guide to Finding All Legendary Sumi-E in Assassin’s Creed Shadows for Trophy Success

Exploring feudal Japan in Assassin’s Creed Shadows offers more than just samurai or shinobi missions. This guide helps you locate all legendary Sumi-E to unlock the A Rare Occurrence trophy and achievement.

What Are Legendary Sumi-E in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

These are rare animal paintings that Naoe or Yasuke can create in the wild. A painting icon appears on your compass and map when nearby. Crouch, approach stealthily, and hold L2/LT to complete the artwork.

Legendary Sumi-E don’t show on the map, making them trickier to find. The game features five legendary Sumi-E, each tied to specific seasons, so timing is key to spotting them.

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All Legendary Sumi-E Locations in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Legendary Tanuki – Summer, Daytime

To find the Legendary Tanuki Sumi-E, travel to Omi during summer daytime. Head to Shimmering Fields, specifically Shigaraki Hamlet.

You’ll spot Tanuki statues scattered around, confirming you’re in the right place. Follow the path upward to a clearing where the legendary Tanuki roams. Move slowly to approach and complete the drawing.

Legendary Grey Heron – Winter, Daytime

Find the Grey Heron in Wakasa at Lake Suigetsu during winter daytime. Head to the cluster of islands west of the lake. Since the terrain is flat, avoid rushing in on horseback to stay discreet.

Dismount from your horse at a distance, approach the marked area on foot, crouch, and slowly near the target to complete the Sumi-E artwork.

Legendary Macaque – All Seasons, Nighttime

Ride to the Yamashiro region and locate Little Leaf Glade, near Sarumaru Shrine in the mountains. Wait for nighttime, climb the shrine’s stairs, and find the three wise monkeys resting peacefully, ready for you to sketch.

Legendary Silver Fox – Autumn, Nighttime

The Legendary Silver Fox Sumi-E appears at night in autumn in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Travel to the Kii region’s Nakahechi Route, near Kamimisu Inari Shrine with its fox statues. Spot the fox at the cliff’s edge, approach quietly, and capture it on canvas.

Legendary Deer – Spring, Nighttime

Journey to the Yamato region’s Yoshino area. The closest fast-travel point is Mountain Blossom Temple to the west. Follow the path eastward to reach Sakura Meadows.

Climb the slopes to a clearing at the top, where the legendary Deer awaits to be added to your Sumi-E collection.

Even at the correct location and time, animals may not always appear. Try fast-traveling to a nearby spot and returning to test your luck, ensuring you complete your collection soon.

This guide covers everything needed to complete all legendary Sumi-E in Assassin’s Creed Shadows for the A Rare Occurrence trophy. For more game insights, visit The Escapist.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.