Cafe Theatre Missions

Welcome, Assassin, to the comprehensive guide for managing and mastering the Cafe Theatre in Assassin's Creed Unity. This section will detail every mission available to restore your ancestral home to its former glory, maximizing your income and unlocking valuable rewards. The Cafe Theatre serves not only as Arno's base of operations but also as a significant source of Francs, provided you invest the time and effort into its renovation and protection.

Understanding Cafe Theatre Management

The Cafe Theatre's profitability is directly tied to its renovation status and the completion of its associated missions. As you complete missions and upgrade various aspects of the theatre, its income will steadily increase. You can collect your earnings from the chest located in Arno's private study on the top floor of the Cafe Theatre.

Renovations: These are purchased directly from the ledger in Arno's study. Each renovation increases the theatre's income.
Cafe Theatre Missions: These are specific side quests that contribute to the theatre's security and reputation, further boosting its income. They are marked on your map with a unique icon once available.

Cafe Theatre Mission Walkthroughs

Maestro of the House

This mission serves as your introduction to the Cafe Theatre's management. It's available early in the game, shortly after you gain access to the theatre itself.

Objective: Investigate strange occurrences within the Cafe Theatre.
Location: Cafe Theatre, Le Louvre District.
Walkthrough:
1. Upon initiating the mission, speak with the Manager inside the theatre. He will express concerns about unusual noises.
2. Head to the basement. Use your Eagle Vision to identify glowing clues. You'll find a broken wine bottle and disturbed barrels.
3. Follow the trail of clues, which will lead you to a hidden passage behind a bookshelf. Interact with the bookshelf to reveal the passage.
4. Enter the passage. You'll discover a small group of thugs attempting to steal supplies.
5. Strategy: Engage the thugs. They are relatively weak, so a direct approach with your Hidden Blade or Sword should suffice. Consider using a Smoke Bomb to disorient them if you prefer a stealthier takedown.
6. After defeating the thugs, the mission concludes. You'll receive Francs and a small boost to the Cafe Theatre's income.
Reward: 500 Francs, increased Cafe Theatre income.

The Spice of Life

This mission involves securing rare ingredients for the Cafe Theatre's kitchen, which will enhance its reputation and draw in more patrons.

Objective: Retrieve stolen spices from a merchant convoy.
Location: Mission starts at the Cafe Theatre, then leads to the Ventre de Paris District.
Walkthrough:
1. Speak with the Chef in the Cafe Theatre's kitchen to begin. He will inform you of a recent spice theft.
2. Head to the marked location in the Ventre de Paris District. You'll find a small convoy guarded by several Royalist soldiers.
3. Strategy: This is an excellent opportunity for a stealth approach.
  - Climb onto nearby rooftops and use your Phantom Blade to silently eliminate rooftop snipers.
  - Descend to street level, using cover and crowds to remain undetected.
  - Target the guards escorting the spice cart. A well-timed Berserk Blade on one of the stronger guards can cause a useful distraction.
  - Once the guards are dealt with, interact with the spice cart to retrieve the Stolen Spices.
4. Return to the Cafe Theatre and deliver the spices to the Chef.
Reward: 1,200 Francs, increased Cafe Theatre income, and unlocks the next renovation tier for the Kitchen.

A Dramatic Exit

The theatre's reputation is under attack by a rival establishment. This mission requires you to sabotage their efforts.

Objective: Disrupt a rival theatre's performance and eliminate their lead actor.
Location: Mission starts at the Cafe Theatre, then leads to the Le Marais District.
Walkthrough:
1. Speak with the Stage Manager at the Cafe Theatre to receive the mission details.
2. Travel to the rival theatre in the Le Marais District, marked on your map.
3. Strategy: The theatre is heavily guarded.
  - Disruption: Your primary goal is to cause chaos. Look for opportunities to interact with stage props, lighting rigs, or even the sound system. There's often a Crate of Fireworks on the roof that can be sabotaged to cause a spectacular, and distracting, explosion.
  - Target Elimination: The lead actor is usually on stage or backstage. Use the chaos you've created to your advantage. A direct approach might be necessary, but try to isolate him. A Poison Bomb can be effective if he's surrounded by guards. Alternatively, look for opportunities for an environmental kill, such as dropping a chandelier.
  - Ensure you remain anonymous after the kill to avoid a full-scale pursuit.
4. Once the actor is eliminated and the performance disrupted, the mission is complete.
Reward: 2,500 Francs, significant boost to Cafe Theatre income, and unlocks the next renovation tier for the Stage.

The Grand Finale

This is the culminating mission for the Cafe Theatre, securing its ultimate prosperity and unlocking its full earning potential.

Objective: Protect the Cafe Theatre from a coordinated attack by Templars and rival factions.
Location: Cafe Theatre, Le Louvre District.
Walkthrough:
1. Initiate the mission by speaking with the Manager after completing all previous Cafe Theatre missions and renovations.
2. Waves of enemies will attack the theatre from multiple entry points. You'll need to defend various sections of the building.
3. Strategy:
  - Preparation: Before starting, ensure your gear is fully upgraded, especially your Long Rifle or Pistols, and you have a good supply of Smoke Bombs and Medicine.
  - Defense Points: The game will highlight areas under attack. Prioritize defending the main entrance, the stage, and the upper floors.
  - Crowd Control: Use Smoke Bombs to disorient large groups of enemies, allowing for easy multi-kills.
  - Snipers: Keep an eye out for enemy snipers on adjacent rooftops. Take them out quickly with your ranged weapons.
  - Heavy Units: Focus your attacks on heavy units, using parries and dodges to create openings.
  - Environment: Utilize environmental hazards where possible, such as dropping chandeliers or exploding barrels.
4. After successfully repelling all waves of attackers, the mission will conclude.
Reward: 5,000 Francs, maximum Cafe Theatre income, and the Master Assassin Outfit for Arno.

Maximizing Your Cafe Theatre Income

To ensure your Cafe Theatre generates the maximum possible income, follow these steps:

Complete all five Cafe Theatre renovation tiers available in Arno's study ledger.
Complete all four Cafe Theatre Missions.
Regularly collect your earnings from the chest in Arno's study. The chest has a capacity, and once full, it will stop accumulating Francs until emptied.

By diligently following this guide, you'll transform the Cafe Theatre into a thriving enterprise, providing Arno with a steady stream of income and a secure base of operations in revolutionary Paris.