In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Naoe and Yasuke face a challenging journey, but they don't have to go it alone. If you're looking to bolster your team by recruiting all possible allies in the game, you're in the right place. Let's dive into how you can find and enlist these valuable companions.
Allies in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained
In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, there are two types of allies you can recruit. The first type enhances your Hideout by adding new functions. For instance, the blacksmith, who you can recruit, will allow you to forge and upgrade your equipment. The second type are combat allies, who join you out in the world and come with upgradeable abilities that can be a game-changer in various scenarios.
Once a combat ally joins you, you can manage them either in the Hideout or at any kakurega you've unlocked. When called into action, they'll use their initial skill and continue fighting by your side until either they're defeated or all enemies are eliminated. By constructing a dojo in the Hideout, you can level up these allies and even equip two at once, significantly enhancing your combat strategy.
While allies are optional and you might miss them during your story progression, having extra support can make all the difference in your mission.
All Allies You Can Find & Recruit in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
- Tomiko – Recruited via the quest "An Unpayable Debt."
- Junjiro – Joins during "From Spark to Flame."
- Heiji (Blacksmith) – Available after completing "Way of the Blacksmith."
These allies enhance your Hideout's capabilities. Now, let's look at the combat allies who can join you in your battles:
Yaya
Yaya, a Buddhist monk, is introduced during the main quest "The Fatherless Monk." She values justice over violence, aligning well with Yasuke's principles. During the "Heads Will Roll" quest, ensure you spare the main target, The Wounded, to align with her values. Progress your relationship further by completing the "Find Yaya/The Stray Dogs" missions, where you'll need to convince her to forgive her wayward apprentice and seek forgiveness together. Finally, invite her to join your cause. Her combat abilities include:
- Novice: Joins the fight and performs pushback attacks.
- Initiate: Knocks down an enemy upon joining the fight.
- Veteran: Uses a powerful kick to send enemies flying.
Katsuhime
- Novice: Deals daze damage when entering the fight.
- Initiate: Uses a dazing bomb for area effect upon entering a fight.
- Veteran: Her teppo shots ricochet to another target if hitting a dazed enemy.
Gennojo
Gennojo, a sly thief, first appears in the "Missing Missive" quest related to "The Fool." After sparing him, continue his storyline through "Lost Honor," "Sake and Sword," "Honor Among Thieves," and "Stolen Hearts." Flirt with him and support his convictions. In "The Godless Harvest" side quest, prevent him from choosing the explosive option and convince him to join your team. His abilities are:
- Novice: Arrives with a bomb to shock enemies.
- Initiate: Acts as a distraction to draw enemy attention.
- Veteran: Prevents servants from reporting your crimes.
Ibuki
- Novice: Joins the fight and deals impact attacks.
- Initiate: Shatters the armor of nearby enemies upon joining.
- Veteran: Frequently shatters armor during combat.
Oni-yuri
If you prefer disabling over killing, Oni-yuri is your ally. Start her recruitment in Tsuruga, Wakasa, with the "Sweet Lies" side quest. Trust in her methods throughout her quests to ultimately invite her to join your league, hoping to change her ways. Her abilities are:
- Novice: Puts an enemy to sleep upon entering the fray.
- Initiate: Releases a poison cloud affecting nearby enemies.
- Veteran: Delays enemy reinforcements.
That's everything you need to know about finding and recruiting all allies in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more information, check out The Escapist.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
