In Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, players can experience diverse gameplay through the unique weapons of Naoe and Yasuke. Each weapon not only offers a distinct playstyle but also features its own Mastery Tree. Upgrading your arsenal and acquiring new weapons is vital as you face increasingly formidable foes throughout your journey.
Unlocking New Weapons
At the start, players will have access solely to Naoe’s Katana, while discovering weapons from various classes may prove challenging. However, upon reaching Level 10, new Gear Vendors will appear around the map, providing Naoe with the opportunity to purchase additional weapons, including the Kusarigama and Tanto. Once you unlock Yasuke, he will initially start with a single weapon. Similar to Naoe, Yasuke can visit Gear Vendors to acquire three additional weapons. As you progress, you can also acquire higher-tier weapons by looting castles and completing quests that offer valuable gear rewards.
Upgrading Weapons and Armor
The effectiveness of weapons and gear in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is determined by a level system. Even a Legendary weapon will eventually become less effective if not upgraded. Players can enhance their gear at the Forge located in the Hideout after unlocking the Blacksmith.
Focusing on upgrading high-tier (Epic and Legendary) gear is advisable, as their potential significantly surpasses that of common items at the equivalent level.
To upgrade weapons, you’ll require various resources alongside some Mon. Here’s a detailed list of gear along with their required upgrade materials:
- Naoe’s Armor: Requires Hemp Cloth.
- Naoe’s Weapons: Requires Ironsand.
- Yasuke’s Armor: Requires Leather.
- Yasuke’s Long Katana, Kanabo, and Naginata: Require Tamahagane.
- Yasuke’s Bow and Teppo: Require Oakwood.
- Trinkets: Require Silk.
- Legendary Armor/Weapons: 1 Piece of Gold.
These resources can be gathered through quests, scouting, dismantling gear, or looting chests scattered across the world. Players can also dismantle gear at the Forge to receive equivalent materials, while upgrading Legendary equipment with Gold allows for immediate leveling to match your current standing.
Enhancing the Forge for Advanced Upgrades
The initial level 1 Forge built during the story allows weapon and armor upgrades up to level 20. Upgrading the Forge to Level 2 is necessary for further advancements.
Level 2 Forge
- Materials: 350 Crops, 260 Wood, 90 Minerals.
- Effect: Raises upgrade cap for gear to Level 40 and enables standard Engravings.
Level 3 Forge
- Materials: 700 Crops, 520 Wood, 170 Minerals.
- Effect: Expands the upgrade cap for gear to Level 60 and unlocks Legendary Engravings.
Naoe’s Complete Arsenal in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows
Katana
Serving as Naoe’s primary weapon, the Katana strikes a balance between speed and damage. While it doesn’t dominate in any single area, it remains versatile, featuring a range of dashing and multi-slash abilities that can be unlocked.
Kusarigama
A more distinctive weapon, the Kusarigama pairs a heavy steel ball with a sickle linked by a chain. This weapon enables Naoe to ensnare enemies, deliver rapid sickle strikes, perform large AoE attacks, and inflict Daze.
Both
The Tanto functions as a short sword, allowing Naoe to dual wield with her hidden blade, yielding rapid light-slashing attacks against adversaries while emphasizing agility and dodging. Unique features like auto-dodge and in-combat assassinations make it akin to dual hidden blades.
Shinobi Tools
Naoe also utilizes four essential Shinobi tools that enhance her stealth capabilities:
- Kunai: Ideal for silent takedowns from a distance.
- Shinobi Bell: Useful for luring enemies to isolate or distract them.
- Smoke Bomb: Facilitates stealth kills and provides cover when escaping.
- Shuriken: A high-damage projectile that can be deployed in combat.
Securing Tool Masteries is highly recommended to boost effectiveness in stealth missions.
Yasuke’s Complete Arsenal in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows
Long Katana
Yasuke’s Long Katana shares similarity with Naoe’s Katana but offers enhanced damage, range, and an ability to break enemy posture more effectively. Unique skills include a charged sheath attack and health-restorative abilities for multiple adversaries.
Naginata
The Naginata, a versatile polearm, is designed to keep large groups of enemies at bay. Its features include powerful charge attacks and extensive area damage with its combo abilities, making it a solid choice for any battle situation.
Trick or Treat
The Teppo, a traditional rifle, requires reloading after each shot and includes special explosive ammunition for enhanced impact.
Bow
The Bow serves as a quiet and deadly option, allowing players to dismantle enemy formations from afar. Maximizing its potential involves synchronizing shots with enemy posture animations, along with unlocking capabilities such as multi-strike shots and poison arrows.
In summary, this guide provides an overview of all the weapons available to Naoe and Yasuke, detailing the methods to unlock and upgrade them in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows. For more insights and additional guides, explore our coverage on all Kuji Kiri locations and the decision to confront Wakasa or Otama.
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