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Top Weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows Revealed

by Skylar May 16,2025

Top Weapons in Assassin

Ubisoft returns to the RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, emphasizing the importance of equipping the right gear, especially at higher difficulties. To help you excel, here are the best weapons and how to acquire them in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the pinnacle of weaponry lies in the legendary category, which may require some effort to obtain. However, once you secure these, upgrading them becomes essential to tackle the game's challenges effectively.

Below are the top 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.

You might notice the absence of Kusarigamas from this list. That's because they're generally less effective compared to Tantos and Katanas in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. If you're set on using a Kusarigama, opt for those with Poison effects, though they still won't match the efficiency of the other two weapon types.

Katanas are the most potent weapons for Naoe, with Tantos being a strong alternative. Any of the listed weapons will serve you well in your journey.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Here are the top 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 may be more limited, but they pack a significant punch. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly effective, especially with the legendary weapons mentioned above.

These are the top weapons to equip Naoe and Yasuke with 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, be sure to check out resources from The Escapist.

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