To unlock Let Me Explain, equip a sword with Maximum Takedowns: 4, land one Perfect Parry against a clustered group of enemies, then chain four takedowns from that same parry.
Let Me Explain is a Bronze trophy/achievement built around one clean combat chain. You need the right sword stat first, then a tight enemy cluster so Edward can keep the takedowns flowing before the Perfect Parry window ends.
Let Me Explain unlock requirement
The requirement is exact: perform four takedowns after a single Perfect Parry. The takedowns must come from the same parry window.
This is not cumulative across several parries, and it does not count as four total takedowns across one fight. If you parry once, get two takedowns, parry again, and get two more, that attempt will not satisfy Let Me Explain.
Setup checklist for Let Me Explain
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Sword stat | Maximum Takedowns: 4 |
| Store route | Great Inagua General Store |
| Store access | May require Level 2 after Sequence 04 – Mission 01: This Old Cove |
| Enemy count | At least four enemies close to Edward |
| Parry type | Perfect Parry, not a regular parry |
| Takedown input | Mash Triangle on PlayStation or the matching takedown button on your platform |
Before you try the trophy, equip a sword with Maximum Takedowns: 4. The exact weapon label varies in places, with names like Officer’s Rapiers or Officer’s Rapier Sword, so use the stat as the reliable check in the weapon menu.
The clean store route is the General Store at Great Inagua. If the sword is not available yet, progress past Sequence 04 – Mission 01: This Old Cove and upgrade the Great Inagua store to Level 2 if needed.
Do not start attacking while grouping enemies; let four guards crowd around Edward in an open space, then parry and mash the takedown button.
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This route uses Great Inagua for the sword and Pinos Isle for a dense enemy group with enough room to chain the four takedowns.
STEP 1/12
Go to Great Inagua
Travel to Great Inagua and head for the General Store.
STEP 2/12
Enter the General Store
Go inside and open the shop inventory.
STEP 3/12
Buy the four-takedown sword
Buy and equip the sword showing Maximum Takedowns: 4; the name can vary, so trust the stat.
STEP 4/12
Travel to Pinos Isle
Head to Pinos Isle, which has enough enemies to group up for this trophy.
STEP 5/12
Move to the ruined area
Go right into the ruined area where guards can be pulled into a wider fighting space.
STEP 6/12
Alert the enemies
Let the enemies notice Edward, but do not attack yet.
STEP 7/12
Gather the group
Keep moving until the enemies cluster together instead of fighting them one by one.
STEP 8/12
Use the open battleground
Pull them into the open area so the takedown chain has room to continue.
STEP 9/12
Wait for four enemies
Make sure four enemies are close enough before you attempt the parry.
STEP 10/12
Land the Perfect Parry
Wait for the attack window and perform a Perfect Parry.
STEP 11/12
Chain four takedowns
Immediately mash Triangle or your platform’s takedown button until all four takedowns trigger from that parry.
STEP 12/12
Check for the trophy pop
If all four takedowns came from that single Perfect Parry, Let Me Explain should unlock.
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Best locations for Let Me Explain attempts
| Location | Use |
|---|---|
| Pinos Isle | Best first attempt, with enemies near a ruined area and an open battleground |
| Kingston warehouse | Good for guard clusters in a dense combat area |
| Navassa warehouse | Useful alternate warehouse fight with enemies close together |
| Ship boarding fights | Works because deck combat naturally packs enemies around Edward |
Pinos Isle is the most straightforward place to try first because it offers the exact mix this trophy needs: several enemies nearby and an open area where the takedown chain is less likely to stall.
If that attempt falls apart, use another dense combat spot. The goal stays the same everywhere: group four enemies, land one Perfect Parry, then chain all four takedowns without splitting them across another parry.
Let Me Explain mistakes that stop the trophy
The most common problem is using a sword that cannot reach Maximum Takedowns: 4. If your equipped sword only supports fewer chained takedowns, the trophy attempt is blocked before the fight even starts.
Enemy count matters just as much. Three enemies nearby will not work, and four enemies spread too far apart can break the chain because Edward has no valid target for the next takedown.
Make sure the parry is a Perfect Parry. A normal parry or block can keep you alive, but Let Me Explain needs the special opening that lets you chain takedowns immediately after it.
Positioning can also ruin a good setup. Cramped corners, awkward walls, or guards stuck behind objects can interrupt the chain, so reset the group into a cleaner open area before trying again.
Combat trophies to check after Let Me Explain
After Let Me Explain, the next natural checks are other combat and setup-heavy trophies. Gun-kata is another combat trophy that benefits from being properly equipped before you force the attempt.
Overdesign IV is also worth leaving for a focused setup, since it involves a berserk enemy, smoke, and a kick. Treat these as individual trophy setups rather than trying to fold them into a normal story fight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the four takedowns have to come from one Perfect Parry?
Yes. All four takedowns must be chained after one Perfect Parry. Takedowns split across multiple parries or across the wider fight do not count.
Which sword should I use for Let Me Explain?
Use any sword that shows Maximum Takedowns: 4. Names vary across menus and references, but the important part is the stat, not the label.
Can I unlock Let Me Explain anywhere?
Yes, as long as you have four enemies close enough and enough space to chain the takedowns. Pinos Isle is a strong first choice, while Kingston warehouse, Navassa warehouse, and ship boarding fights can also work.
Why is Let Me Explain not unlocking?
You are probably missing one condition: the sword does not have Maximum Takedowns: 4, only three enemies are close enough, the parry was not a Perfect Parry, or the four takedowns were split across more than one parry.
What is the takedown button after a Perfect Parry?
On PlayStation, press Triangle after the Perfect Parry. On other platforms, use the matching on-screen takedown input and mash it quickly until Edward chains all four takedowns.
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