Summary<\/h3>\n\n- Yasuke and Naoe each have access to unique weapons that dramatically impact how they fight in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em>.<\/li>\n
- Pre-order Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> on the Microsoft Store for Xbox and get the Claws of Awaji expansion and Thrown to the Dogs bonus quest for free.<\/li>\n
- Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> launches March 20, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> launches on March 20, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S and allows you play as two completely distinct characters: Naoe, an agile ninja, and Yasuke, a hulking samurai. Nearly everything about them is different, including what weapons they can use. Naoe and Yasuke can each equip up to two different weapon types to switch between, with each offering unique strengths and strategies to use in a fight. Here is a breakdown of all the weapons in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong> so you can find the right combination for any situation.<\/p>\nYasuke\u2019s Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\nLong Katana<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/yasuke-katana-e6a07996ff554506c3f0.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nA samurai is nothing without his katana, and Yasuke\u2019s long katana is his fastest weapon type, allowing him to quickly slice through foes with deadly precision. While it doesn\u2019t have the longest range, its attack speed makes it ideal for dealing with small groups of enemies \u2013 or for when you just want to feel <\/em>\u00a0like a samurai and slash through a wandering ronin who thought himself strong enough to challenge you.<\/p>\nNaginata<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/naginata-d7a6bf24a98e572e34fc.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nA polearm capable of sweeping attacks, the Naginata is perfect for dealing with large groups of enemies at once. While slower than the long katana, it has the longest reach of any of Yasuke\u2019s melee weapons, allowing you to keep threats at a distance. It\u2019s also particularly useful when facing enemies with naginatas of their own.<\/p>\n
Kanabo<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/kanabo-af14bfd11161d1fbecdc.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nA massive club, what the Kanabo sacrifices in speed, it more than makes up for in sheer brute force. Even light attacks with the Kanabo can break an enemy\u2019s guard and subsequent hits will dismantle any opponent\u2019s armor \u2013 and likely their entire health bar \u2013 in seconds. The Kanabo is a slow weapon, so Yasuke can be vulnerable while using it in large groups when many different attackers can interrupt his swings.<\/p>\n
Bow<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/bow-4f694e82366afea76bc8.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nOne of Yasuke\u2019s two ranged weapons, the bow is a silent killer. The ultimate tool in a stealthy Yasuke\u2019s arsenal, it\u2019s great at silently picking off guards from a distance. Certain abilities allow you to slow time while shooting or fire multiple arrows in quick succession, making the bow a viable option in a full-on fight as well.<\/p>\n
Teppo<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/teppo-a701656e538d93a8f8a2.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nWhen silence isn\u2019t high on Yasuke\u2019s list of priorities, the teppo rifle packs a serious punch but be prepared for it to attract a lot of attention as well. You\u2019ll have to reload after each shot, meaning you might need to hot swap to a melee weapon as enemies swarm. It\u2019s not just a one-trick-pony, though \u2013 there are abilities that allow you to detonate a sack of gunpowder to create area-of-effect damage, and you can even use the rifle as a club to knock opponents down before shooting them, if you want to make an entrance.<\/p>\n
Naoe\u2019s Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\nKatana<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/Naoe-Katana-cdc7f0998dc085d2e709.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nDon\u2019t let the name fool you. The way Naoe wields her katana, it might as well be a completely different weapon to Yasuke\u2019s. A full combo of attacks with Naoe\u2019s shorter katana is likely to feature as many kicks and flips as swings and slashes. A medium speed weapon in Naoe\u2019s hands (to be fair, no weapons are slow in Naoe\u2019s hands), the katana is a solid all-around choice, good for one-on-one fights and small groups.<\/p>\n
Tanto\/Hidden Blade<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/tanto-567f16b450a195471f5e.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nThe tanto is a dagger that Naoe wields with extreme speed, and couples with her Hidden Blade to unleash a flurry of rapid strikes on her enemies. Its range is minimal, so Naoe will have to get up close and personal to use it effectively, but it\u2019s great for fighting singular enemies. As a bonus, a passive upgrade to Naoe\u2019s Assassin mastery tab allows her to use the tanto to perform dual assassinations, but only if the tanto is one of her two equipped weapons.<\/p>\n
Kusarigama<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/kasurigama-7ce69b577d1cfa80d0c0.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nA scythe and a spikey metal ball connected by a long chain; the Kusarigama is arguably Naoe\u2019s most versatile weapon. Light attacks mean quick strikes with the scythe end, while heavy attacks are sweeping swings with the metal ball end, perfect for dealing with large groups. Its huge range allows Naoe to keep her distance if she chooses.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s never really a bad time to use Naoe\u2019s Kusarigama, unless you\u2019re worried about collateral damage as those heavy swings will tear through everything from crates and shoji doors to bamboo trees and fruit baskets. Like the tanto, a passive ability in the Assassin mastery tab allows Naoe to use an equipped Kusarigama to rush assassinate targets, using the chain to hook enemies and launch herself in for the kill.<\/p>\n
Tools<\/strong><\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/pub-f354ec240bea480db7320bd0e29d972e.r2.dev\/sites\/2\/2025\/03\/tools-3c34890da85b8240798d.jpg\")
<\/figure>\nNaoe doesn\u2019t have traditional ranged weapons like Yasuke, but she does have throwable tools that can help her kill, deal damage, and distract at a distance. Her kunai can take out many unarmored enemies in a single headshot, while her shuriken only deal minimal damage and are best used to stun enemies mid fight so you can regroup to go in for the kill.<\/p>\n
Upgrading Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\nThere are multiple ways to upgrade your weapons in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em>. Each weapon type has a dedicated mastery tab that you can invest your mastery points in to increase damage and unlock new abilities. Weapons also have levels; you cannot equip a weapon that has a level greater than yours, but if you\u2019ve built a Forge in your Hideout, you can upgrade lower-level weapons to meet your current player level, thereby increasing their base stats.<\/p>\nWeapons come in five tiers of rarity: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. Uncommon weapons each come with a single engraved perk that provides a unique bonus, such as an increase to critical hit chance when striking multiple enemies. Rare and above weapons have two engraving slots, one with a predetermined perk, and another slot that allows you to select an individual perk from your Hideout\u2019s blacksmith. Like to use abilities while fighting? You can engrave a perk that increases your adrenaline gain (adrenaline allows you to use abilities) when striking afflicted enemies. Couple that with a weapon that causes bleeding or poison affliction, and your adrenaline will stay topped up.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s no wrong weapon loadout or combination in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em>, and a master Assassin will learn to skillfully wield them all. As long as you have more health than your targets then you\u2019re doing just fine.<\/p>\nAssassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> launches March 20, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S. That means you still have time to pre-order Assassins\u2019 Creed Shadows <\/em>on the Microsoft Store for Xbox to get the Claws of Awaji expansion (coming later in 2025) and the Thrown to the Dogs bonus quest for free. You can also pick up Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows Digital Deluxe Edition<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>which includes the above items, plus the Sekiryu Dual Pack including gear and weapon sets for both Naoe and Yasuke, the Sekiryu Beast, and Dragon Tooth trinket as well as the Sekiryu Hideout Pack that includes four unique ornaments to customize the hideout, as well as five mastery points.<\/p>\n
Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> launches on March 20, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S and allows you play as two completely distinct characters: Naoe, an agile ninja, and Yasuke, a hulking samurai. Nearly everything about them is different, including what weapons they can use. Naoe and Yasuke can each equip up to two different weapon types to switch between, with each offering unique strengths and strategies to use in a fight. Here is a breakdown of all the weapons in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong> so you can find the right combination for any situation.<\/p>\n A samurai is nothing without his katana, and Yasuke\u2019s long katana is his fastest weapon type, allowing him to quickly slice through foes with deadly precision. While it doesn\u2019t have the longest range, its attack speed makes it ideal for dealing with small groups of enemies \u2013 or for when you just want to feel <\/em>\u00a0like a samurai and slash through a wandering ronin who thought himself strong enough to challenge you.<\/p>\n A polearm capable of sweeping attacks, the Naginata is perfect for dealing with large groups of enemies at once. While slower than the long katana, it has the longest reach of any of Yasuke\u2019s melee weapons, allowing you to keep threats at a distance. It\u2019s also particularly useful when facing enemies with naginatas of their own.<\/p>\n A massive club, what the Kanabo sacrifices in speed, it more than makes up for in sheer brute force. Even light attacks with the Kanabo can break an enemy\u2019s guard and subsequent hits will dismantle any opponent\u2019s armor \u2013 and likely their entire health bar \u2013 in seconds. The Kanabo is a slow weapon, so Yasuke can be vulnerable while using it in large groups when many different attackers can interrupt his swings.<\/p>\n One of Yasuke\u2019s two ranged weapons, the bow is a silent killer. The ultimate tool in a stealthy Yasuke\u2019s arsenal, it\u2019s great at silently picking off guards from a distance. Certain abilities allow you to slow time while shooting or fire multiple arrows in quick succession, making the bow a viable option in a full-on fight as well.<\/p>\n When silence isn\u2019t high on Yasuke\u2019s list of priorities, the teppo rifle packs a serious punch but be prepared for it to attract a lot of attention as well. You\u2019ll have to reload after each shot, meaning you might need to hot swap to a melee weapon as enemies swarm. It\u2019s not just a one-trick-pony, though \u2013 there are abilities that allow you to detonate a sack of gunpowder to create area-of-effect damage, and you can even use the rifle as a club to knock opponents down before shooting them, if you want to make an entrance.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t let the name fool you. The way Naoe wields her katana, it might as well be a completely different weapon to Yasuke\u2019s. A full combo of attacks with Naoe\u2019s shorter katana is likely to feature as many kicks and flips as swings and slashes. A medium speed weapon in Naoe\u2019s hands (to be fair, no weapons are slow in Naoe\u2019s hands), the katana is a solid all-around choice, good for one-on-one fights and small groups.<\/p>\n The tanto is a dagger that Naoe wields with extreme speed, and couples with her Hidden Blade to unleash a flurry of rapid strikes on her enemies. Its range is minimal, so Naoe will have to get up close and personal to use it effectively, but it\u2019s great for fighting singular enemies. As a bonus, a passive upgrade to Naoe\u2019s Assassin mastery tab allows her to use the tanto to perform dual assassinations, but only if the tanto is one of her two equipped weapons.<\/p>\n A scythe and a spikey metal ball connected by a long chain; the Kusarigama is arguably Naoe\u2019s most versatile weapon. Light attacks mean quick strikes with the scythe end, while heavy attacks are sweeping swings with the metal ball end, perfect for dealing with large groups. Its huge range allows Naoe to keep her distance if she chooses.<\/p>\n There\u2019s never really a bad time to use Naoe\u2019s Kusarigama, unless you\u2019re worried about collateral damage as those heavy swings will tear through everything from crates and shoji doors to bamboo trees and fruit baskets. Like the tanto, a passive ability in the Assassin mastery tab allows Naoe to use an equipped Kusarigama to rush assassinate targets, using the chain to hook enemies and launch herself in for the kill.<\/p>\n Naoe doesn\u2019t have traditional ranged weapons like Yasuke, but she does have throwable tools that can help her kill, deal damage, and distract at a distance. Her kunai can take out many unarmored enemies in a single headshot, while her shuriken only deal minimal damage and are best used to stun enemies mid fight so you can regroup to go in for the kill.<\/p>\n There are multiple ways to upgrade your weapons in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em>. Each weapon type has a dedicated mastery tab that you can invest your mastery points in to increase damage and unlock new abilities. Weapons also have levels; you cannot equip a weapon that has a level greater than yours, but if you\u2019ve built a Forge in your Hideout, you can upgrade lower-level weapons to meet your current player level, thereby increasing their base stats.<\/p>\n Weapons come in five tiers of rarity: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. Uncommon weapons each come with a single engraved perk that provides a unique bonus, such as an increase to critical hit chance when striking multiple enemies. Rare and above weapons have two engraving slots, one with a predetermined perk, and another slot that allows you to select an individual perk from your Hideout\u2019s blacksmith. Like to use abilities while fighting? You can engrave a perk that increases your adrenaline gain (adrenaline allows you to use abilities) when striking afflicted enemies. Couple that with a weapon that causes bleeding or poison affliction, and your adrenaline will stay topped up.<\/p>\n There\u2019s no wrong weapon loadout or combination in Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em>, and a master Assassin will learn to skillfully wield them all. As long as you have more health than your targets then you\u2019re doing just fine.<\/p>\n Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows<\/em><\/strong><\/a> launches March 20, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S. That means you still have time to pre-order Assassins\u2019 Creed Shadows <\/em>on the Microsoft Store for Xbox to get the Claws of Awaji expansion (coming later in 2025) and the Thrown to the Dogs bonus quest for free. You can also pick up Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows Digital Deluxe Edition<\/em><\/strong><\/a> <\/em>which includes the above items, plus the Sekiryu Dual Pack including gear and weapon sets for both Naoe and Yasuke, the Sekiryu Beast, and Dragon Tooth trinket as well as the Sekiryu Hideout Pack that includes four unique ornaments to customize the hideout, as well as five mastery points.<\/p>\nYasuke\u2019s Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Long Katana<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nNaginata<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nKanabo<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nBow<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nTeppo<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nNaoe\u2019s Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Katana<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nTanto\/Hidden Blade<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nKusarigama<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nTools<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nUpgrading Weapons<\/strong><\/h2>\n