The A Puzzlement quest introduced in Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Title Update 1.1.6 sends you on a short but intriguing investigation involving ancient technology, hidden glyphs, and a sealed Isu structure. While the quest itself is simple, understanding how the door puzzle works and what you’re meant to track can be confusing at first.
How to Start the A Puzzlement Quest
You can begin the quest as soon as you reach Wakasa. Near a secluded point in the region, you’ll find Kane and Kinu standing beside an unusual sealed doorway covered in unfamiliar symbols.
Approach them and start a conversation. Regardless of whether you trust their motives, the duo will eventually hand you a unique Isu-related item and ask for help deciphering the markings on the door.
This interaction officially begins the A Puzzlement quest.
Step 1 – Equip the Riddle Scroll Beacon
After the cutscene, you’ll receive the Riddle Scroll Beacon, a Legendary Trinket tied directly to the quest. Besides offering stat bonuses, this artifact has a critical function: it detects glyphs hidden in the environment.
Kane mentions that the beacon reacted strongly near a swamp. This is your lead.
Equip the trinket and follow the quest marker to Omi.
Step 2 – Follow the Beacon to the First Glyph
When you reach the swampy area, pay attention to the Riddle Scroll Beacon—it begins glowing as you get closer to the target.
Keep moving until you spot a glowing symbol carved into a rock, which is the glyph you’re meant to find. This is your key to understanding how the Isu door works.
Interact with the glyph to complete the discovery step.
Step 3 – Return to the Isu Door
Once you’ve inspected the glyph, head back to Kane and Kinu.
The Isu door now displays the same glowing symbol you found at the swamp, confirming the beacon’s purpose. Speak to the duo once more to finish the A Puzzlement quest.
This completes the introductory section of the puzzle storyline—but the door itself will not open yet.
Full Isu Door Puzzle Solution – All 13 Glyph Locations
To actually unlock the Isu door, you need to track down 13 different glyphs scattered across multiple regions of Assassin’s Creed Shadows. These glyphs become relevant after completing the A Puzzlement quest, when you can begin using the scrolls and beacon to hunt for them.
Below is the full list of all glyphs and their locations:
1. Glyph of the Vault
Found during the A Puzzlement quest.
2. Glyph of the Mists
Located on an island in Lake Biwa, south of the Okishima viewpoint.
3. Glyph of the Tide
In the Lake Biwa area, northeast of Omizo Castle.
4. Glyph of the Waterfall
Close to the Mount Peak viewpoint in Takashima Shores (OMI).
5. Glyph of the River
Southwest of Genbao Fort, in the Mount Uchinako area of Wakasa.
6. Glyph of the Arch
On a small island in Lake Suigetsu, west Wakasa, north of Inokuma Overlook.
7. Glyph of the Watchtower
Located in Mount Hiei (OMI), northwest of Sakamoto.
8. Glyph of the Sky
Found in Onyu Pass in Wakasa, north of Kuramadera Temple.
9. Glyph of the Ship
In the Shattered Coast of Wakasa, northeast of Fukuchiyama Castle.
10. Glyph of Silence
In the Tamba Highlands, near the Ruins of Kumoryuji Temple.
11. Glyph of the Stone
Southeast of Kameyama in Tamba, left of the Silver Lands.
12. Glyph of the Sakura
Near Yamazaki Castle in the Yamashiro region.
13. Glyph of the Lost
In the Ogura Pond area of Yamashiro, south of Mouth of Seta.
Collect all 13 glyphs to prepare the final step.
How to Unlock the Isu Door
Once you’ve gathered every glyph, return to the original door. A new cutscene will trigger automatically, and the Isu mechanism will finally unlock.
Inside, you’ll discover a hidden Isu chamber featuring an impressive statue and several high-value rewards.
Rewards you can collect:
- Isu-Forged Spear (Legendary Naginata)
- Isu-Forged Blade (Legendary Tanto)
- Strength of Atlantis (Engraving)
- Wisdom of Atlantis (Engraving)
- Blade of Yumminess Clue
- Blade of Yumminess Scabbard
- Statue of Kassandra (Outdoor Cosmetic)
This room contains heavy Odyssey connections, making it one of the most lore-rich discoveries in the game.
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The A Puzzlement quest is a small introduction to a much larger Isu-themed treasure hunt. While the opening puzzle only requires discovering a single glyph, unlocking the door demands exploring every region and piecing together ancient clues. With all 13 glyphs collected, you gain access to one of Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ most memorable hidden areas and a strong set of Isu weapons to take into the rest of your journey. Play Now!
