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Documents Mission of San Juan – Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Unlock the full collectible experience in Shadow of the Tomb Raider with this complete guide to the 27 Documents hidden throughout the Mission of San Juan. From crypts and tombs to market squares and mysterious corridors, uncover every document with clear directions and tips. Whether you’re completing your collection for achievements or immersing yourself further in the game’s lore, this comprehensive guide has you covered from start to finish.

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The first document is located at the fountain. Use the surrounding landmarks to identify its exact position.

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Find the second document at the market, positioned next to two nuns. Its proximity to the nuns makes it hard to miss.

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The third document is placed on the floor near candles. Look carefully within the immediate vicinity.

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Document 4 rests on top of a barrel. Check the barrels thoroughly to uncover it.

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This document is on a table. Explore tables in the area for this collectible.

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You’ll find document 6 near some boxes. It’s tucked away but easy to spot once close.

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The seventh document is on the ground floor behind a wall. Force open the wall for access.

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Head upstairs to locate document 8. Look around thoroughly to ensure nothing is missed.

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The ninth document is situated on the ground floor. Inspect the ground-level for this addition.

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Make your way upstairs to discover document 10. Check each room for its location.

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You can locate document 11 on the ground floor. Search around key ground-floor structures.

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For this document, go upstairs again and force open a wall. The collectible will be in the revealed area.

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Document 13 is upstairs like the previous one. Search between rooms for its hiding spot.

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This document is also upstairs. Continue your exploration of the upper levels.

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Find document 15 behind a man, resting on some boxes. Approach the man to get a clear view of the boxes.

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This particular document is located next to a treasure chest. Once you find the chest, the document will be nearby.

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After lifting the entrance wall at the cross (related to a side mission), you’ll find document 17 inside that area.

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Inside the crypt, following a grapple swing, you’ll find document 18 near a small altar. Complete the swing to reach it.

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Document 19 lies inside the same crypt. After passing a mural and a gap in the wall, it’s next to a skeleton.

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After accessing the crypt and passing the sarcophagus, move through a wall gap and past a floor trap. You’ll find document 20 across the trap.

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Explore inside the crypt. Behind the lever used to open the passage, you’ll notice a small corridor. The document is located there.

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Search within the building. The document is readily accessible once you begin inspecting the interior.

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Look for the second poisonous explosive mouth. The document is situated nearby, making it easy to spot if you’re vigilant.

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Head to the tomb’s base camp, identified as Mountain Catacombs. The document is near this location, around the camp area.

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This document is placed directly at the tomb entrance. Ensure to check the vicinity of the entrance thoroughly.

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Go inside the tomb and search near the Stele. The document is positioned close to this notable area inside the tomb.

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The final document is also inside the tomb. It’s located at the spigot, so look carefully around this specific piece of equipment.

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With this detailed guide, you now have all the tools you need to collect all 27 Documents in the Mission of San Juan for Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Completing this collection not only boosts your progress but also deepens your understanding of the game’s rich world. Keep exploring, uncover every secret, and enjoy the thrill of the adventure!

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Shadow of the Tomb Raider

Release: September 14th, 2018
Developer: Eidos-Montréal and Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Square Enix Europe
Official Website: tombraider.com