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Thinking about unlocking the best skills for Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? This mountain of a man might be a stranger in a strange land, but he has heart, honor, and unswerving loyalty. He’s also a peerless warrior who can clear out a whole room full of hostile fighters. Our guide has all the information you need if you want to select some top-tier perks and abilities for Yasuke.
Best Yasuke skills in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Compared to Naoe, Yasuke isn’t quite as light on his feet. In fact, you’ll probably notice him struggling with traversal and exploration, since he’s unable to climb higher walls or cross tightropes. On the bright side, he’s an absolute powerhouse who can survive taxing battles even when facing numerous foes. Yasuke has the following skill trees:
- Main archetype: Samurai – Has offensive and defensive perks, as well as assassination functions.
- Melee weapons: Long Katana, Kanabo, and Naginata – Certain skill trees will only appear once you’ve obtained a weapon of that particular type.
- Ranged weapons: Bow and Teppo – Similar to melee weapons, you also need to acquire a teppo (firearm) or bow to access their respective skill trees.
Note that you must amass enough Knowledge Points from various activities. These allow you to unlock perks from higher tiers using your Mastery Points (i.e. skill points).