Commerce has always been a driving force behind progress, and this holds true even in the world of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. However, not everyone operates within the bounds of legality. If you're curious about how and where to find all Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, this comprehensive guide will steer you in the right direction.

The Iron Hand in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

The Iron Hand questline becomes accessible once Naoe masters the art of the tea ceremony under the guidance of Imai Sokun, a respected businessman in Settsu. As you progress, you'll reconnect with Imai Sokun, who will express his concerns about a fraudulent operation using the name of House Imai for illegal activities. Your mission is to dismantle this secret merchant syndicate that's threatening the legitimate House Imai. There are five merchants to track down, each managing different facets of their business, and you can choose between non-lethal and lethal methods to confront them.

How and Where To Find All Iron Hand Guild Members in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

This questline is one of the earlier objectives in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. You'll need to explore the game world, uncover key locations, and use the clues provided to pinpoint your targets. Let this guide eliminate the guesswork for you.

Merchant Tamao

Merchant Tamao is involved in contraband, making his activities quite conspicuous. Skip the intel-gathering phase and head straight to the Yamashiro region. Locate Kyoto, the central sprawling city, and find Honpoji Temple on its east side. From there, move west to find Tamao hiding in his brewery. Listen to the staff who mention his reluctance to come out. To draw him out, smash all the barrels in the courtyard, and he'll confront you. Deal with him accordingly and proceed to your next target.

Merchant Kanta

As you delve deeper into the Iron Hand questline, you'll find that not all merchants are willingly part of the syndicate. Merchant Kanta is one such case, and you can find him in the Mouth of Seta in the Omi region. You have the option to attack or use the Observe mechanic to gather vital intel, revealing that Kanta is coerced into working for the guild. Spare his life, and he'll transition to becoming a captain in Imai Sokun’s merchant fleet.

Merchant Ginroku

Ginroku deals in rare delicacies, catering to the wealthiest families around Miyazu Bay. To find him, head west to the Tamba region, where Miyazu Bay is located. His spot is just southwest of Miyazu Castle, across the bridge. You can choose to eliminate him for his involvement with the Iron Hand or search the nearby huts for an important letter that could spare his life. If spared, he'll collaborate with the real House Imai and gain access to more affluent clients in Sakai Port.

Merchant Kin-no-suke

Merchant Kin-no-suke's ostentatious displays of wealth raise suspicions, especially since he employs bandits to pilfer from others to bolster his business. Naoe and Yasuke must investigate this. Travel to the city of Obama in Wakasa, and locate him just east of the Trading Port. He's surrounded by bodyguards, so use tactics like smoke bombs and assassinations to take them down. Ensure Kin-no-suke meets his end.

Iron Hand

Finally, you'll uncover the whereabouts of the syndicate's leader, the Iron Hand himself. He's entrenched in a heavily fortified area, so prepare for a challenging battle. You'll find him in Tamba, specifically at Fukuchiyama Castle, near the region's center. Approach from the south side of the castle walls to locate him. Expect fierce resistance, not just from the Iron Hand but also from the castle's guards. It's wise to eliminate the guards one by one before engaging the Iron Hand. After defeating him, return to Imai Sokun to claim your rewards.

That concludes your guide on finding all the Iron Hand Guild members in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more assistance with the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.

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