Shadow of the Tomb Raider Guide | How to Complete The Freedom Side Mission

Here’s a guide on how to complete The Freedom Side Mission in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

Game Guide by Ragib Rawnak on Jan 05, 2026

This guide covers the steps for The Freedom Side Mission in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. You will use a disguise to help save captured fighters and survive a trap set by the cult.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Guide, How to Complete The Freedom Side Mission

Helping the Prisoners

Go to the rebellion hideout and talk to Poma. He tells you that the Cult of Kukulkan took some of his rebels. He wants you to save them.

You must wear the Serpent Guard outfit so the guards do not stop you. Look for four prisoners tied to wooden posts around the south side of Paititi. Walk up to each one while wearing your disguise and untie them in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Guide, How to Complete The Freedom Side Mission

Searching for Colqui

Go back to the hideout and talk to Poma again. Tell him the rebels are safe. He will then ask you to find a man named Colqui. Travel to the Temple Path Base Camp near the Challenge Tomb: Temple of the Sun.

You can now go down the stairs into a new spot. Pick up the Gold Ore and the Resource Container inside. Crawl under the last door to start a scene in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Guide, How to Complete The Freedom Side Mission

Fighting the Ambush

The cult will trap you in the room. You only have your knife and bow for this fight. Grab a jar from the altar and make a smoke bomb. Throw it at the men coming toward you. Use the fire pots and jars around the room to help you win.

Kill the men with swords first because they are the most dangerous. After they are gone, shoot the archers.

Stay on the move so you do not get stuck in a corner. Watch out for more men entering the room as the fight goes on. Once everyone is defeated, you will get the Vestige: Chamaka's Greaves in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.

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