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

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 for the best ways to find and recruit all allies in the game, you've come to the right place.

Allies in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Explained

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, there are two categories of allies you can recruit. The first type enhances your Hideout with new functionalities, such as the blacksmith who specializes in forging and upgrading your equipment. The second type consists of combat allies who can join you in the field, equipped with upgradeable abilities that prove invaluable in various situations.

Once you recruit a combat ally, you can manage them either at the Hideout or any unlocked kakurega. When summoned, they'll deploy their initial skill and fight by your side until they are defeated or all enemies are vanquished. Constructing a dojo in the Hideout not only allows you to level up these allies but also enables you to equip two allies simultaneously.

While allies are optional and you can complete the game without them, having an extra blade at your side can significantly enhance your gameplay experience.

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

Here are the non-combat allies you can recruit through main and side quests:

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

The following allies are combat-focused and can help you overcome various challenges in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*:

Yaya

Yaya, the Buddhist monk, is first encountered during the main quest, The Fatherless Monk. She shares Yasuke's appreciation for justice over senseless violence. During the Heads Will Roll quest, spare the main target, The Wounded, to align with her values. Complete the Find Yaya/The Stray Dogs missions, choosing to forgive her wayward apprentice and seek forgiveness together. Finally, ask her to join your cause. Yaya's 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

For a ranged attack specialist, Katsuhime is your go-to ally. In Omi, pursue The Naginata quest to unlock her series of missions. Complete Showdown in Sakamoto and Requiem for Rokkaku, and the Letter from Katsuhime sidequest will become available. Follow the questline to The Diary of Lady Rokkaku, rescue the target, and invite Katsuhime to join your league. Her abilities are:

• Novice: Deals daze damage upon entering the fight.
• Initiate: Uses a dazing bomb for an area of effect upon entering combat.
• Veteran: Teppo shots that hit a dazed target now ricochet to another target.

Gennojo

Gennojo, the sly thief, is first encountered during the Missing Missive quest related to The Fool. Spare him, and he'll return in the Lost Honor, Sake and Sword, Honor Among Thieves, and Stolen Hearts missions. Flirt with him and support his convictions at every opportunity. During The Godless Harvest side quest, prevent him from using explosives and convince him to join your team. Gennojo's abilities include:

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

Ibuki

In Iga, meet Ibuki, a ronin fighting corruption. Start with the Ambush Interrupted sidequest near Kashiwara Village, using Yasuke to progress his questline. Always side with Ibuki and consider romancing him to strengthen your bond. Eventually, you'll have the opportunity to invite him to join your organization. Ibuki's abilities include:

• Novice: Joins the fight and deals impact attacks.
• Initiate: Shatters the armor of nearby enemies upon joining the fight.
• Veteran: Frequently shatters the armor of nearby enemies during combat.

Oni-yuri

If your strategy leans towards disabling rather than killing, Oni-yuri is your ally. Begin her recruitment in Tsuruga, Wakasa, with the Sweet Lies sidequest. Trust in her methods and integrity throughout her quests, and you'll have the chance to invite her to join your league, potentially steering her towards a new path. Oni-yuri's abilities include:

• Novice: Enters the fight and puts an enemy to sleep.
• Initiate: Releases a poison cloud that affects 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 tips and guides, be sure to visit The Escapist.

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