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Top Weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows Revealed

by Hazel Apr 16,2025

Top Weapons in Assassin

Ubisoft takes their beloved series back to the RPG formula with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, emphasizing the importance of gearing up appropriately, especially on higher difficulties. Here’s a guide to the best weapons 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 best weapons you can obtain are of legendary quality, which may require some time to acquire. However, once you have them, upgrading them is crucial to tackle the game's challenges effectively.

Below is a 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.

Notably, Kusarigamas are not included in this list because they are less effective compared to Tantos and Katanas. If you prefer Kusarigamas, those with Poison effects are a good choice, but they generally underperform compared to the other weapon types. For Naoe, the Katana stands out as the strongest weapon type, followed closely by the Tanto. Any of the weapons listed above will serve you well.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Here are the best weapons 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 more limited, yet highly effective. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly potent, offering a strong one-two punch, especially with the legendary weapons listed above.

These are the best weapons to acquire for Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, including how to clear the Tea Ceremony and find Imai Sokyu, visit The Escapist.

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