In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, not every choice you make carries significant weight, but the decision to confront either Wakasa or Otama during the "The Tea Ceremony" mission will have lasting impacts on your gameplay experience. Both characters raise suspicions during the tea ceremony, but there's a clear choice that simplifies the rest of the quest.

Should You Confront Wakasa or Otama in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

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After the tea ceremony in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the optimal choice is to confront Wakasa, as she is the Golden Teppo of the Onryo. Choosing to confront her directly leads to uncovering her true identity, which simplifies the process of eliminating her. When you confront Wakasa, she invites Naoe to her home for a private discussion. Upon entering her abode, the presence of a kasa (straw hat) from the prologue hanging on her wall confirms your suspicion. After some dialogue, you can swiftly end the mission by taking Wakasa's Teppo from the wall and shooting her at point-blank range.

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What If You Confront Otama in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

If you mistakenly choose to confront Otama after the tea ceremony, you'll still be able to eliminate Wakasa, but the process becomes significantly more challenging. Confronting Otama leads to a chase and her eventual death, revealing her own corruption through a letter. However, this mistake allows Wakasa to fortify her position in Osaka castle with her soldiers. To reach and kill her, you'll need to navigate to the castle, either by confronting her soldiers or stealthily bypassing them. Even if you manage to sneak up on Wakasa, a one-on-one confrontation is unavoidable. While the boss fight isn't overly difficult, choosing to confront Wakasa directly offers a more straightforward and cinematically satisfying conclusion, especially given her role in Naoe's father's death.

Now that you understand the best decision to make after the Tea Ceremony mission, consider how to gain XP and level up quickly in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* to prepare for the game's tougher challenges. Additionally, explore methods to acquire more Knowledge Points, which will unlock new skills for Naoe and Yasuke.

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