Players are taken to feudal Japan in Assassin's Creed Shadows, and the two protagonists each have a unique collection of arms and fighting styles that allow players to adapt to the changing situations on the battlefield. Choosing the right weapon and upgrading it is the key to survival and defeating the enemy in this suspenseful game.

Yasuke's Weapons

Long Katana

Yasuke's katana is efficient and swift but is disadvantageous in that it does not possess broad attack coverage on the enemy. Despite the lack of high range, the katana is optimal to use on numerous enemies due to its swift strikes.

Naginata

Naginata is a pole weapon with high attack radius and is powerful and effective in combat with large groups of enemies. Using this weapon allows you to keep the enemy at bay so that they will not approach you. The naginata is the weapon with the highest attack among Yasuke's collection and is thus the weapon of choice to use during challenging situations.

Kanabo

A large mace that compensates for its slow speed with powerful blows. Kanabo can pierce enemy armor and inflict massive damage in a short amount of time but is open to attack when fighting multiple enemies due to his slow speed.

Bow

A perfect weapon of silent kills at a distance. Yasuke's bow allows him to kill silently, and slowing down the flow of time makes it effective even in the midst of battle. 

Teppo

The Teppo is a powerful weapon to use at long distances but does attract a fair amount of attention because of its noise. Players will need to reload each shot and will also need to use the Teppo as a blunt weapon at close combat.

Naoe's Weapons

Katana

Naoe's katana is a versatile choice for one-on-one battles and small groups. It features quick, combo attacks that include kicks and launches. In Naoe's hands, no weapon feels slow.

Tanto / Hidden Blade

The tanto is a fast dagger that allows Naoe to land numerous quick strikes, and when combined with the Hidden Blade, it becomes a powerful tool for precise kills. This weapon is perfect for dealing with individual enemies.

Kusarigama

This chained sickle allows Naoe to perform numerous kinds of attacks from afar. Its flexibility allows it to be used both in battles with large groups of enemies and in targeting solitary enemies. Additionally, its passive skill allows the chain to catch enemies and kill them on the spot.

Tools 

Naoe also has throwables in her inventory that include shurikens and kunai. The kunai kill enemies immediately upon headshotting them, and the shurikens aid in stunning enemies to prepare them for the next attack.

Weapon Upgrades

In Assassin's Creed Shadows, players can upgrade their weapons through specialized skill slots. These upgrades allow for increased damage and new abilities for each weapon type. Each weapon type has its rarity level, from common to legendary, and players can add engravings for unique bonuses such as increased critical hit chances or enhanced adrenaline during combat.