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Best Weapons in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

by Skylar Mar 21,2025

Embarking on the challenging world of Assassin's Creed Shadows? Mastering the RPG mechanics requires top-tier weaponry, especially on higher difficulty settings. This guide highlights the best weapons for both Naoe and Yasuke, along with their locations.

It's worth noting that the most effective weapons in Assassin's Creed Shadows are legendary quality, requiring dedication to obtain. However, the rewards are well worth the effort; upgrading these weapons is crucial for conquering the game's toughest challenges.

Best Weapons for Naoe in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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.

While Kusarigamas are available, their effectiveness pales in comparison to Katanas and Tantos. If you choose to use them, those with Poison effects offer the best results. However, Katanas and Tantos consistently outperform Kusarigamas in overall efficiency.

For Naoe, Katanas are the strongest weapon type, with Tantos a close second. Any of the weapons listed above will significantly enhance your gameplay.

Best Weapons for Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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 optimal weapon choices are more limited, but equally potent. The Long Katana and Kanaba combination is particularly effective, creating a powerful synergy, especially when both legendary weapons are acquired.

This guide provides the best weapons for both Naoe and Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows. For more in-depth guides and strategies, including completing the Tea Ceremony and locating Imai Sokyu, be sure to check out The Escapist.

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