Top Weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows Revealed

Top Weapons in Assassin

Ubisoft returns to the RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, and gearing up correctly is crucial, especially on higher difficulties. Here’s a guide to the best weapons and how to acquire them for both Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the best weapons you can obtain are of legendary quality, and acquiring them might take some time. However, once you have them, upgrading these weapons will be essential to tackle the game's challenges effectively.

Below are the top weapons recommended 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.

Notice the absence of Kusarigamas in this list; they tend to be less effective compared to the Tantos and Katanas available in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. If you’re set on using a Kusarigama, opt for those with Poison effects, but remember they’re generally less efficient than the other weapon types. Katanas are the top choice for Naoe, with Tantos as a strong alternative. The weapons listed above are highly recommended for optimal performance.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

For Yasuke, here are the best weapons to enhance your gameplay:

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 more limited but no less powerful. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly effective, delivering a strong one-two punch when equipped with the legendary weapons mentioned above.

These are the best weapons for Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and information on the game, including how to clear the Tea Ceremony and find Imai Sokyu, be sure to check out The Escapist.