Top Weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows Unveiled %v

Top Weapons in Assassin

Ubisoft returns to the RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, where gearing up correctly becomes crucial, especially at higher difficulty levels. Here, we delve into the best 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

The top-tier weapons in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* are legendary, requiring some time and effort to obtain. However, once you do, upgrading them is essential to stay competitive in the game.

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 the list are Kusarigamas, as they generally underperform compared to the superior Tantos and Katanas available. If you must use a Kusarigama, opt for one with Poison effects, though they still won't match the efficiency of the other weapon types. For Naoe, the Katana stands as the most powerful choice, closely followed by the Tanto. The weapons listed above are highly recommended for optimal performance.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

For Yasuke, the selection of weapons is more limited but remains impactful. Here are the top picks:

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 arsenal, though smaller, is potent. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly effective, offering a powerful duo, especially with the legendary weapons listed above.

These are the best weapons to gear up Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and insights on the game, including how to complete the Tea Ceremony and locate Imai Sokyu, be sure to visit The Escapist.