In the latest installment of the Assassin’s Creed series, players are given a choice between two protagonists, each carrying a distinct backstory and a unique set of skills. The decision shapes how the adventure unfolds while the core narrative threads stay connected. This article offers a detailed look at both options to help players decide which hero to guide through the journey.
Is there a difference for which of the characters to play
Yes, there is a difference. Each hero brings a different arsenal, combat style, and set of traits. The primary story campaign begins with guidance but soon opens up to freedom in how the player approaches encounters. Below are the two paths, with their advantages and drawbacks, to form a clear, balanced view.
Characteristics of Naue
Naomi is a proficient assassin whose strengths lie in stealth, precision, and crowd control. She can slip through groups, eliminate targets from the shadows, and press the pace with careful positioning. Still, she is not a tank in close-quarters brawls, so sustained melees against heavily armored foes may test her durability.
Naomi can deploy a grappling hook, spot enemies through walls, and rise to vantage points for better lines of sight. Her underwater mobility is accessible along certain routes and becomes available through the skill tree. An important growth path for Naomi is a potential increase in damage when attackers gain the height advantage, rewarding smart play from elevated positions.
Weapon naoe
The core arsenal for Naomi includes:
- Katana: a balanced primary weapon that offers a solid mix of offense and defense;
- Tanto: a compact dagger ideal for quick, precise takedowns in tight spaces;
- Kusalama: a gear piece optimized for crowd control and fast clears of groups.
On top of that, Naomi has access to various throwing tools and devices not available to Yasuke. These expand her tactical options in battle:
- Shurikens;
- Smoke grenades;
- Clock-like devices used for timing plays and crowd control;
- Kunai.
Features of Yasuke
Yasuke embodies a different playstyle. He is a formidable fighter whose power shines in direct combat, backed by a larger health pool and higher damage output. This comes at the cost of mobility, so he relies on raw strength to overwhelm opponents and secure space quickly.
While moving through contested areas, Yasuke can execute kicks that help break through doors or barriers, gain quick access to new zones, and trigger short defensive boosts. These mechanics turn him into a formidable presence in fights, but his pace can complicate exploration and stealthier approaches.
Yasuke weapon
His best tools are set to maximize raw impact. Key items include:
- Long Katana: pierces enemy defenses and delivers heavy damage;
- Nagitana: keeps rivals at bay and helps clear crowds efficiently;
- Canabo: slower attack speed but significantly higher damage per strike;
- Tappo: a heavy ranged option that allows engagement at long range, yet requires long reloads, leaving the user exposed;
- Onion: a mid-range companion weapon suitable for balanced engagements.
Yasuke does not rely on extra grenades, but his arsenal includes different projectile types, such as:
- Ordinary shells;
- Silent arrows;
- Poisoning;
- Tough arrows;
- Steel bullets;
- Explosive bullets;
- Heavy bullets.
Which is still better to use
The question of which hero is better to use cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. It hinges on individual play style and preferences. Players can blend both approaches by using Naomi for scouting and crowd control and Yasuke to break through lines and deal heavy damage. The guide explains how a player can switch heroes mid-mission to adapt to different tasks.
In the end, for some objectives a single protagonist may be more efficient. Each hero can fulfill distinct roles even within the same mission, so there is no universal winner.
Other guides
Additional notes and tips for the expansion are covered in this guide to help players master the new mechanics.
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