Ubisoft returns to the RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, making it essential for players to equip themselves with the best weapons, especially on higher difficulties. Here's a guide to the top weapons and how to acquire them in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.
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Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the cream of the crop weapons are legendary, requiring some time and effort to obtain. Once acquired, upgrading these weapons is crucial to tackling the game's challenges effectively.
Here are the top weapons for Naoe:
Weapon | Type | Perks and Stats | Location/How to Get |
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Yami no Kage | Katana | Engraving: Deal 100% damage to the attacker on Deflect. | Hidden chest in Haraiyama Fort, at the Warfields in Harima. |
Bloodshade | Katana | Bonus Stat: Bleed Buildup Engraving: Affliction Buildup is not lost over time. | Hidden chest in the large ship in Osaka, in the Izumi Settsu region. |
Masked Death | Katana | Bonus Stat: Adrenaline Gain Engraving: Posture attack remains charged after Dodge. | Hidden chest in an empty camp in Shimagahara Valley, Otogi Pass. Look on the ground for blood trails, and follow it to the campsite. |
Yukimitsu’s Revenge | Tanto | Engraving: Afflicted enemies are Vulnerable. | Hidden chest in the Ancient Tomb of Nanjo, at the Eagle’s Nest in Yamashiro. |
Igan Sunset | Tanto | Bonus Stat: Vulnerable Damage Engraving: Slow down time on Escape Strike. | Hidden chest in Tozuku’s Lair, in the Katana Foothills. Located in the Izumi Settsu region. |
Note that Kusarigamas are not included in this list due to their lower effectiveness compared to Tantos and Katanas. While Kusarigamas with Poison effects can be useful, they generally fall short. For Naoe, Katanas are the strongest weapon type, followed closely by Tantos. Any of the listed weapons will be a solid choice for her.
Now, let's look at the best weapons for Yasuke:
Weapon | Type | Perks and Stats | Location/How to Get |
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Turquoise Zephyr | Long Katana | Bonus Stat: Adrenaline Gain Engraving: Successful parries push nearby enemies back. | Hidden chest at the Eagle’s Nest in the Yamashiro region. |
Venom Pillar | Kanaba | Bonus Stat: Vulnerable Damage Engraving: Posture attacks by alternating attack types. | Hidden chest at Kajimiya Cemetery, at Mount Hiei in Omi. |
Time Honored Crescent | Naginata | Bonus Stat: Critical Damage Engraving: First Strike makes enemies Vulnerable every eight seconds. | Hidden chest at Kashiwabara Fortress, at the Ibu Highlands in Omi. |
Yasuke's weapon options are more limited but equally powerful. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly effective, delivering a potent one-two punch when both legendary weapons are in your arsenal.
These are the best weapons to equip for Naoe and Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, such as how to clear the Tea Ceremony or find Imai Sokyu, be sure to visit The Escapist.