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The variousalliesinAssassin’s Creed Shadowsare an interesting mix of characters. It’s possible that many players may go through the game without ever summoning an ally – perhaps they won’t even realize they can. With the wide range of abilities thatYasukeandNaoecan utilize, it’s easy for the allies to get lost in the mix. This is unfortunate, as each of the recruitable allies inAC Shadowsoffers their own unique combat ability, which are all extremely helpful, especially when the enemy mobs start to close in. In this guide, we’ll show youhow to recruit every ally inAssassin’s Creed Shadows,and explain the unique abilities they provide.
How to Recruit Every Ally in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
If you want to recruit every ally inAC Shadows,do not play in Canon Mode.Playing in Canon Mode takes away all choice when it comes to certain dialogue scenes, and as a result, makes it impossible to recruit at least one ally.
There are six allies that Naoe and Yasuke can recruit to help during combat. Along with Tomiko and Junjiro, they make up the League of the Hidden Blade.
How to Recruit Yaya in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Meet Your First Ally:
Yayais the first summonable ally you may recruit inAC Shadows.She is introduced to Naoe during the search for Wada Koretake, the one-eared Shinbakufu member.
How to Recruit Gennojo in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Meet the Fool:
Gennojo is available as a romance option for Naoe. To learn more, check out ourcomplete guide to romance inAssassin’s Creed Shadows.
You’ll first meet Gennojo during the mission to take onThe Fool, the Shinbakufu member found in Yamashiro. Play through the main quest and, once the target is eliminated, you’ll be able to complete his ally missions.
How to Recruit Katsuhime in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Two of a Kind:
Naoe and Katsuhime have a lot in common. Both are shinobi who grew up in their fathers' shadows. They fight similarly – though Naoe would never touch a Teppo, so uncivilized. Still, they make a great team. You’ll first mean Katsuhime during the quest to defeat The Naginata. Make your way through the main quest, then when it is completed, start by following Shotei’s (Katsuhime’s father) missions. This will lead to Katsuhime’s missions.
How to Recruit Oni-Yuri in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
You Can Never Tell:
Oni-Yuriis a tricky companion to unlock, as she is not encountered through a main mission. Instead, you’ll encounter her through the “Sweet Lies” side quest in theTsurugasection ofSotomo Gate,Wakasa. Following her quest to the end will unlock her as a recruitable companion.
How to Recruit Ibuki in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Return to Iga:
Ibuki is another companion that is incredibly easy to miss, as he is not introduced in any of the game’s main missions. To find Ibuki, you’ll have to make your way back toIga– to southernHijiyamaprovince specifically. Yasuke can begin a relationship with Ibuki, so use him if that is something you are seeking.
How to Recruit Yagoro in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Home-made Assassin:
Once you’ve defeated every member of the Shinbakufu, and completed the “Secrets of the Blade” questline with Naoe, you should see a hidden League member appear in the Objectives menu. It mentions a shinobi who has been killing Samurai inEngyoji,Harima. You’ll find Yagoro nearManiden Hall. If you send a scout to Engyoji, they’ll reveal Yagoro’s quest, “A Blade in the Dark”.
Remember, you canupgrade allies inAssassin’s Creed Shadows.To do so, build and upgrade the Dojo at the Hideout. Then, use the Ally Management board in the Dojo, or in every Kakurage, to train each ally.
