Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag / Stealth and tools
Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag stealth and tools: blowpipe darts, hiding spots and tailing missions
Use Edward’s original-game stealth tools and protect optional mission objectives.
Edition covered
The original 2013 Black Flag campaign, shown in Ubisoft’s original PC Steam imagery. This guide excludes Freedom Cry’s separate campaign and Black Flag Resynced mechanics.
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Stealth and tools
Quick notes
- Use the original cover behavior. Edward hides in designated foliage and uses social hiding opportunities.
- Choose the dart effect deliberately. Sleep darts create a temporary opening; berserk darts turn a guard against nearby people.
- Keep tailing distance under control. Follow the target without moving so close that Edward is recognized.
- Restock before a restricted-area objective. Craft or buy the tools the route needs before entering.
Choose the dart effect deliberately
| Situation | Action | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Rooftop lookout | Approach from cover or use a quiet tool | A second lookout’s sight line |
| Dense stalker vegetation | Move inside the hiding area | Open gaps between patches |
| Tailing target stops | Pause behind cover | Required distance and visibility |
| Eavesdropping zone moves | Follow along a parallel route | The listening boundary |
Useful tip
Craft or buy the tools the route needs before entering.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag publisher listing | store.steampowered.com |
| Official Black Flag e-manual | dlassets-ssl.xboxlive.com |
| Official guide publisher: charts, collectibles and elite upgrades | www.piggyback.com |