News about Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Top Weapons Revealed in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Ubisoft brings the RPG formula back into the spotlight with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, emphasizing the importance of gearing up, especially on higher difficulties. Here's a detailed guide to the best weapons and their acquisition methods 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, requiring some time before you can access them. However, the effort is well worth it as these weapons will help you tackle the game's toughest challenges.

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.

Notably, Kusarigamas are absent from this list due to their inferiority compared to Tantos and Katanas. If you insist on using a Kusarigama, those with Poison effects can be effective, though they remain less efficient overall. For Naoe, the Katana stands out as the most potent weapon type, with the Tanto being a strong alternative. Any of the listed weapons will significantly enhance your gameplay.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Below 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 choices may be fewer, but they are incredibly powerful. A combination of the Long Katana and Kanaba is particularly effective, delivering a formidable one-two punch, especially with the legendary weapons listed above.

These are the top weapons to equip Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, including how to navigate the Tea Ceremony and locate Imai Sokyu, keep an eye on The Escapist.