Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin

Ubisoft brings the *Assassin’s Creed* series back to its RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, making it crucial for players to equip the best gear, particularly on higher difficulty settings. Here’s a comprehensive guide on the top weapons for both Naoe and Yasuke and how to acquire them in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the cream of the crop when it comes to weaponry is of legendary quality. Acquiring these top-tier items will require some patience, but once you have them, upgrading them is essential to tackle the game's challenges effectively.

Below is a curated list of the best weapons for Naoe:

Weapon	Type	Perks and Stats	Location/How to Get
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.

Noticeably absent from this list are Kusarigamas. They pale in comparison to Tantos and Katanas in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. While Kusarigamas with Poison effects can be useful, they generally underperform compared to the other weapon types. For Naoe, Katanas reign supreme, with Tantos being a strong secondary choice. Any weapon from the list above will significantly boost your gameplay.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Here are the top weapons recommended for Yasuke:

Weapon	Type	Perks and Stats	Location/How to Get
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 fewer but no less potent. I particularly recommend the Long Katana and Kanaba combination, which provides a formidable one-two punch, especially when equipped with the legendary weapons listed above.

These are the top weapons you should aim to acquire for Naoe and Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more in-depth guides and tips, including how to master the Tea Ceremony and locate Imai Sokyu, keep an eye on The Escapist.

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Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

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