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Top Assassin's Creed Shadows Weapons Revealed

by Violet Apr 14,2025

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Ubisoft brings the *Assassin’s Creed* series back to its RPG roots with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, and gearing up appropriately is crucial, 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 are of legendary quality, requiring some effort to obtain. However, once you secure them, upgrading these weapons is essential 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.

You might notice the absence of Kusarigamas in this list. That's because they are less effective compared to the Tantos and Katanas available in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. If you're set on using a Kusarigama, those with Poison effects are your best bet. However, they still fall short when compared to the other two weapon types. Overall, Katanas are the top choice for Naoe, with Tantos being a strong alternative. Any of the weapons listed above will significantly enhance your gameplay.

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 best weapon options may be fewer, but they are highly effective. I particularly recommend the Long Katana and Kanaba combination, which offers a potent one-two punch, especially when both legendary weapons are in your arsenal.

These are the top weapons for Naoe and Yasuke in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and information on the game, including how to clear the Tea Ceremony and find Imai Sokyu, be sure to check out The Escapist.

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