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In a bizarre crossover event that defies conventional expectations, Ubisoft has unveiled an in-game crossover between Assassin's Creed Shadows and the popular anime series Attack on Titan. The unusual Thanksgiving event runs from November 25 through December 22, providing free additional story content for Shadows players.

Peculiar Questline Uncovered

According to the formal statement, "A mysterious encounter leads protagonists Naoe and Yasuke into a new mission, where rumors of prohibited ceremonies and terrifying changes echo through the shadows." The plot features a "strangely dressed woman named Ada" who charges the duo with venturing into the Crystalline Cavern—a important location from Attack on Titan—to liberate her friend from a hidden sect.

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

Iconic Locations and Changes

The teaser highlights the Underground Chapel from Attack on Titan redesigned as the Crystal Cave. This significant location was formerly where the Reiss royal family transmitted the Founding Titan ability through eras. The teaser finishes with a striking scene showing a character, probably the prisoner, changing into a Titan that rises over Naoe and Yasuke.

Exclusive Rewards and Bonus Content

Players who successfully complete the quest will obtain an unique katana together with multiple artifacts concealed throughout the area in secret chests. The update also features purchasable Attack on Titan item packs, featuring:

• Titan-based attire for Yasuke
• Mikasa outfit for Naoe
• Special weapons
• Survey Corps steed

Latest Free Story Addition

This release also adds the game's latest free story episode, titled "The Enigma." This humorous mission pairs Naoe and Yasuke as they trade distinctive techniques: Naoe reveals a theatrical variation of Yasuke's war kick, while Yasuke masters non-fatal stealth takedowns. Loyal to its name, "The Mystery" also includes a original environmental puzzle that may finally shed light on some lingering questions from the main storyline.

Past Japanese Animation Partnerships

This signifies scarcely the initial time the Assassin's Creed franchise has collaborated with popular anime properties. The series formerly showcased a 2020 cross-promotional story linking Assassin's Creed: Valhalla with Makoto Yukimura's Vinland Saga. Moreover, Valhalla subtly included a quest that unmistakably referenced the famous series One-Punch Man.