Effectively managing your arsenal is essential for both stealth operations and engaging in combat within AC Shadows. One crucial gameplay mechanic is the sheathing of weapons. It’s vital to avoid wielding your katana when you need to move silently through hazardous areas. Furthermore, this action is significant for unlocking the “Final Hearing” trophy. If you’re on a mission to achieve complete success in your endeavors, this guide will provide you with all the necessary steps to properly sheathe your weapons and fulfill the requirements for the Final Hearing trophy in AC Shadows.
How to Sheathe Weapons in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Here are the commands to sheathe your weapons across various platforms:
- PC: Hold ‘R’
- PlayStation & Xbox: Long press the Right D-Pad button
This technique is applicable for both Yasuke and Naoe, allowing you to maintain your stealth while avoiding unnecessary confrontations.
Unlocking the “Final Hearing” Trophy in AC Shadows
To earn the Final Hearing trophy, it is necessary to sheathe your weapon immediately following the death of an enemy afflicted by the Bleed effect. Here’s how to successfully achieve this:
Inflict Bleed on an Enemy: Utilize weapons or abilities that can apply the Bleed effect, such as particular katanas or daggers. Ensure that you are using a compatible weapon; if your timing is impeccable but your weapon is not right, you won’t unlock the trophy.
If you lack the appropriate weapon, consult a Merchant to purchase and equip one. Look for the Bleed Buildup stat before making your choice.
Select the Optimal Moment: Keep a close watch on the enemy’s health to ensure there’s enough left for the Bleed effect to finish them off. You must monitor the enemy’s health bar and track the blood drop icon, which features a progress circle that fills up. Remarkably, it seems that the enemy doesn’t necessarily need to succumb to bleeding out; you can still unlock the trophy if you land an attack. Just make sure the blood drop icon is filled before your last strike.
Sheathe Promptly: Once the enemy is defeated, immediately press the sheathe button (‘R’ on PC or the Right D-Pad on console). If timed correctly, the Final Hearing trophy should unlock without delay.
Important Considerations
- To effectively execute this, isolate a single enemy, perhaps by scouting out one in a watchtower. Attempting this with multiple enemies nearby can complicate achieving precise timing.
- Keep in mind that the Bleed effect does not immediately eliminate the enemy, so be vigilant as their health nears depletion.
- If you don’t see the trophy awarded, try with another enemy or different location. The trophy can occasionally be buggy when using Naoe.
If the Trophy Fails to Unlock?
Some players have reported that the Final Hearing achievement may not activate correctly due to timing issues or potential glitches. If you encounter this problem:
- Restart the game – A quick restart may resolve the issue.
- Reload a previous save – Attempt the challenge in a different battle scenario.
- Ensure your game version is current, as Ubisoft might issue patches to address minor problems.
This wraps up our guide on how to sheath your weapon in AC Shadows and how to unlock the Final Hearing trophy. For a visual demonstration, take a look at the video below: