"Recruit All Allies in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: A Guide"

In *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, Naoe and Yasuke face a daunting challenge, but they don't have to tackle it alone. If you're looking to bolster your team by finding and recruiting all allies in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, you're in the right place.

Allies in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Explained

In the game, you can recruit two types of allies. The first type enhances your Hideout with new functions. For example, a blacksmith can forge and upgrade your equipment, improving your arsenal. The second type consists of combat companions who fight alongside you in the world. These allies come with upgradeable abilities that can be vital in various scenarios.

Once you recruit a combat ally, you can manage them at the Hideout or any unlocked kakuregas. When summoned, they'll use their initial skill and continue to fight until defeated or all enemies are eliminated. Constructing a dojo in the Hideout allows you to level them up and equip two allies simultaneously, significantly enhancing your tactical options.

While allies are optional and you can complete the game without them, having additional support can make a significant difference in your journey through *Assassin's Creed Shadows*.

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All Allies You Can Find & Recruit in Assassin's Creed Shadows

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You'll encounter non-combat allies through main and side quests in the game:

• Tomiko – An Unpayable Debt
• Junjiro – From Spark to Flame
• Heiji (Blacksmith) – Way of the Blacksmith

These allies enhance your Hideout's capabilities. The rest can be recruited as combat allies to help you overcome challenges in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*.

Yaya

Yaya, a Buddhist monk, is introduced during the main quest, The Fatherless Monk. She's willing to fight against oppressors but values justice over violence, aligning with Yasuke's principles.

During the Heads Will Roll quest, spare the main target, The Wounded, to align with her values. Proceed with the Find Yaya/The Stray Dogs missions, convincing her to forgive her apprentice and seek forgiveness. This leads to the final decision to recruit her as an ally.

Yaya's combat abilities at each level are:

• Novice: Joins the fight with pushback attacks.
• Initiate: Knocks down an enemy when joining the fight.
• Veteran: Uses a powerful kick to send enemies flying.

Katsuhime

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For ranged combat support, Katsuhime, a Koga shinobi skilled with the Teppo, is your best choice. Start her recruitment in Omi by hunting The Naginata. Complete Showdown in Sakamoto and Requiem for Rokkaku, then follow the Letter from Katsuhime sidequest to The Diary of Lady Rokkaku. Rescue the target and invite Katsuhime to join your league.

Katsuhime's abilities are:

• Novice: Deals daze damage when entering the fight.
• Initiate: Uses a dazing bomb for an area effect.
• Veteran: Teppo shots ricochet to another target when hitting a dazed enemy.

Gennojo

Gennojo, a sly thief, is first encountered in the Missing Missive quest while locating The Fool. Spare him, and he'll return in the Lost Honor mission, followed by 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 using explosives and convince him to join your team.

Gennojo's abilities include:

• Novice: Arrives with a bomb to shock the enemy.
• Initiate: Acts as a distraction to draw enemy attention.
• Veteran: Prevents servants from reporting your crimes.

Ibuki

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In Iga, you'll meet Ibuki, a ronin fighting corruption. Start with the Ambush Interrupted sidequest near Kashiwara Village using Yasuke and continue his questline. Side with him and, if you choose, romance him to recruit him into your organization.

Ibuki's abilities are:

• Novice: Joins the fight with impact attacks.
• Initiate: Shatters the armor of nearby enemies when joining the fight.
• Veteran: Shatters armor more frequently during combat.

Oni-yuri

For non-lethal takedowns, Oni-yuri is your ally. Begin her recruitment in Tsuruga, Wakasa, with the Sweet Lies sidequest. Trust her throughout her quests, culminating in the decision to let her join your league and potentially change her ways.

Oni-yuri's abilities include:

• 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, visit The Escapist.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.