As a versatile assassin, Naoe has the power to wield various tools, from a long-range Kusarigama to a traditional Katana. We’re here to rank them all with this Assassin’s Creed Shadows Naoe weapon tier list.

Best Naoe weapons in AC: Shadows, ranked

AC: Shadows offers five weapon qualities: Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, and Legendary. While the Legendary rarity boasts some of the highest damage rates in the game, other types still have value, especially during the early stages. We’ll break down the best weapons for Naoe, starting with the sought-after S Tiers and ending with the relatively adequate C Tiers.

S Tier

Most of Naoe’s S Tier weapons derive from the Legendary class, where you’ll often need to go against a formidable foe to unlock. The Death Whisperer Kusarigama is, by far, my most treasured weapon, inflicting +200 damage from enemy collisions. It’s also great for large groups as you swing it around to hit multiple targets. What’s more, you can get this Kusarigama pretty early on, making it an exceptional starter weapon.

If you’re looking for a more traditional approach to Naoe’s build, go for a Katana. The Masked Death, in particular, harnesses one of the best Weapon DPS stats, depending on your rank. The remaining categories from this tool, including Posture DPS, Ability Damage, and Adrenaline Gain, are drastically superior, outpacing other weapons by a wide margin.

For close-range battles, the Call of the Void is a fantastic Tanto, inflicting +30% damage on tagged enemies. It’s helpful for Naoe’s many sneaking missions, primarily when you’ve scoped out a surrounding area.

A Tier

You can get your hands on the Shinobi’s Fury and Igan Sunset Tantos from the starter Izumi Settsu region. Although they aren’t as high-leveled as the Call of the Void, they are worthwhile with their unique abilities. While Igan Sunset slows down time with an Escape Strike, Shinobi’s Fury makes enemies more vulnerable with weak point attacks.

The other two weapons in the A Tier come from exclusive bundles from the store or Animus. I’ve put them at this rank since they can be relatively challenging to get, either requiring a premium purchase or loads of Key farms. Regardless, these Kusarigama deliver outstanding DPS rates, serving as one of the best weapons for Naoe in AC: Shadows.

B Tier

The B-tier Naoe weapons fall under the Uncommon or Rare rarity categories, stepping down from the Legendary tier. Each tool packs a solid punch and proves to be essential as you navigate the early stages of yo🌊ur journey.

For example, Saburo’s Deference provides a +100% Adrenaline Gain when you’re in critical health, giving you more opportunities to trigger abilities and turn the tide of battle in your favor.

C Tier

Similar t♔o the B Tier, C Tier weapons are great for beginners, but they start to fall short as you venture deeper into the g🤪ame. Even though they serve their purpose early on, their damage output is noticeably weaker compared to higher-tier options, making it harder to mow down tougher enemies.

I recommend upgrading to more powerful gear as you advance through the story, aiming for those Legendary weapons once you’re ready to take on the game’s brutal challenges.

Considering the extensive size of the Assassin’s Creed Shadows, there are a lot more weapons to discover for Naoe. I’ll be sure to update this Naoe weapon tier list once I’ve acquired more tools in my playthrough.