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How To Complete All Legendary Sumi-E in Assassin’s Creed Shadows (A Rare Occurrence Guide)

Author:Kristen Update:Mar 21,2025

Embarking on your *Assassin's Creed Mirage* journey through feudal Japan means more than just eliminating targets as a samurai or shinobi. This guide helps you complete all legendary Sumi-E paintings, unlocking the "A Rare Occurrence" trophy and achievement.

What Are Legendary Sumi-E in Assassin's Creed Mirage?

What are Legendary Sumi-E in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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These are rare ancient animal paintings that Naoe or Yasuke can create. When nearby, a painting icon appears on your compass and map. Crouch, sneak close, hold L2/LT, and the painting is complete. Unlike regular Sumi-E, legendary ones don't appear on the map, making them a bit more challenging to find. There are five in total, with availability depending on the in-game season.

All Legendary Sumi-E Locations in Assassin's Creed Mirage

Legendary Tanuki – Summer, Daytime

Legendary Sumi-E location in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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Find this Sumi-E in Omi's Shimmering Fields, specifically the Shigaraki Hamlet. You'll recognize the location by the numerous Tanuki statues. Follow the upward path; the Tanuki is in a clearing.

Legendary Grey Heron – Winter, Daytime

Legendary Sumi-E location in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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Locate the Grey Heron in Wakasa's Lake Suigetsu area (winter, daytime). Head to the island cluster west of the lake. Dismount your horse before approaching to avoid startling it. Carefully approach the marked area to complete the Sumi-E.

Legendary Macaque – All Seasons, Nighttime

Legendary Sumi-E location in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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Travel to Yamashiro's Little Leaf Glade and find the Sarumaru Shrine near the mountains. At night, climb to the shrine's top to find the three wise monkeys.

Legendary Silver Fox – Autumn, Nighttime

Legendary Sumi-E location in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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In Kii's Nakahechi Route (autumn, nighttime), find the Kamimisu Inari Shrine with its fox statues. The Silver Fox is at the cliff's edge.

Legendary Deer – Spring, Nighttime

Legendary Sumi-E location in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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Go to Yamato's Yoshino region (spring, nighttime), near the Mountain Blossom Temple. Head east to Sakura Meadows. The Deer is in a clearing uphill.

Note: Even at the correct location and time, animals may not always spawn. Try fast-traveling away and returning.

This guide covers completing all legendary Sumi-E in *Assassin's Creed Mirage* for the "A Rare Occurrence" trophy and achievement. For more game information, visit The Escapist.

Assassin's Creed Mirage is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.