In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the dual protagonists offer diverse gameplay experiences, and for those looking to harness Yasuke's full potential early in the game, selecting the right skills is crucial. Here's a detailed guide on the best skills to prioritize for Yasuke, ensuring you can tackle the challenges ahead with confidence.
Long Katana
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- Sheathed Attack – Long Katana Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 2 Mastery Points)
- Riposte – Long Katana Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 2 Mastery Points)
- Energizing Defense – Long Katana Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 2 Mastery Points)
- Payback – Long Katana Ability (Knowledge Rank 3, 5 Mastery Points)
These skills allow Yasuke to not only defend and counter effectively but also to deliver powerful strikes while regaining health. This combination ensures you remain robust during combat encounters, making it an excellent choice for early game progression.
Naginata
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- Far Reach – Naginata Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 2 Mastery Points)
- One Man Army – Global Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1/2/3 Mastery Points)
- Lethal Reach – Naginata Passive (Knowledge Rank 3, 2 Mastery Points)
- Impale – Naginata Ability (Knowledge Rank 3, 5 Mastery Points)
The Naginata skills are perfect for keeping enemies at a distance while still dealing significant damage. They enhance your critical hit chances and are particularly effective in crowd control situations. Use Impale to clear space or gather enemies for focused attacks.
Kanabo
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- Forward Momentum – Kanabo Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1 Mastery Point)
- Spine Breaker – Kanabo Ability (Knowledge Rank 1, 3 Mastery Points)
- Power Surge – Kanabo Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 3 Mastery Points)
- Crushing Shockwave – Kanabo Ability (Knowledge Rank 3, 5 Mastery Points)
These skills boost Yasuke's power and speed, making him a formidable force on the battlefield. Crushing Shockwave is especially useful for dealing with groups of enemies, while Spine Breaker can provide a crucial moment to heal and regroup before unleashing a devastating ground strike.
Teppo
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- Steady Hand – Teppo Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 2 Mastery Points)
- Armor Damage – Global Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1/2/3 Mastery Points)
- Concentration – Teppo Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 2 Mastery Points)
- Teppo Tempo – Teppo Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 1 Mastery Point)
- Explosive Surprise – Teppo Ability (Knowledge Rank 3, 3 Mastery Points)
- Reload Speed – Teppo Passive (Knowledge Rank 3, 1/2/3 Mastery Points)
The Teppo skills are ideal for starting and ending fights with significant damage. Enhancing reload speed and slowing down time can give you a tactical advantage, while Explosive Surprise and Teppo Tempo can create space before switching to melee for the final blow.
Samurai
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- Brutal Assassination – Samurai Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 2 Mastery Points)
- Regeneration – Global Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1/2/3 Mastery Points)
- Improved Brutal Assassination – Samurai Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 2 Mastery Points)
- Assassination Damage I – Samurai Passive (Knowledge Rank 3, 3 Mastery Points)
- Impenetrable Defense – Samurai Ability (Knowledge Rank 3, 4 Mastery Points)
Yasuke can execute powerful assassinations, not just limited to Naoe. With Regeneration, you'll recover health with each kill, and Impenetrable Defense will provide crucial protection when you're in a tight spot.
Bow
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- Swift Hand – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1/2/3 Mastery Points)
- Marksman’s Shot – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 1, 1 Mastery Point)
- Larger Quiver I – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 3 Mastery Points)
- Silent Arrows – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 2, 2 Mastery Points)
- Kyudo Master – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 3, 2 Mastery Points)
- Silent Arrows II – Bow Passive (Knowledge Rank 3, 3 Mastery Points)
These skills enhance Yasuke's ability to take down enemies from a distance, even those with armor, by improving reload and draw speeds, and increasing the effectiveness of silent attacks.
By focusing on these skills early in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you'll equip Yasuke with the tools needed to excel in various combat scenarios. For more tips and guides, be sure to explore the resources available at The Escapist.
