5 Best Kusarigama Skill Tree Upgrades for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Discover the 5 best Kusarigama Skill Tree upgrades for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows to make the weapon even stronger.

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows allows Naoe to wield the Kusarigama, which is an incredibly powerful weapon. It is effective against mobs of enemies as well as in single duels. In addition, it also boasts the ability to amplify afflictions on the enemies, as well as afflict Haze on its own.

Now, we will list the 5 best Kusarigama skill tree upgrades that will make this deadly weapon even better.

5 Best Kusarigama Skill Tree Upgrades in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

5 Best Kusarigama Skill Tree Upgrades for Naoe in Assassin's Creed Shadows — The Kusarigama Skill Tree (Image via Ubisoft)

The Kusarigama makes full use of its long-range chain, allowing Naoe to handle mobs of enemies, pull them closer, or knock them off their feet. Additionally, this weapon also excels at afflicting enemies with Daze and amplifying other afflictions. Also, the fact that the Kusarigama can knock an enemy out is very powerful. Here are the 5 best Kursarigama skill tree upgrades that will help Naoe use this weapon optimally.

1. Cyclone Blast

Cyclone Blast is an ability that players can unlock at Knowledge Rank 3. It allows Naoe to swing the Kusarigama in an AoE attack, dealing 8 percent ability damage and knocking back enemies. It is incredibly useful to create some space when enemies are outnumbering you. Additionally, at Knowledge Rank 6, Enhanced Impact will further amplify Cyclone Blast’s knockback power.

2. Affliction Builder

Affliction Builder is a global passive ability that is unlocked at Knowledge Rank 1. This ability is useful as it amplifies affliction buildup across all weapons by one percent. Also, the affliction buildup is upgraded to six percent at mastery.

Additionally, as the Kusarigama can inflict Daze, players must unlock this ability as soon as possible. This ensures that the Daze affliction will be as potent as possible, ensuring maximum effectiveness.

3. Snake Bite

Skill — The Snake Bite skill (Image via Ubisoft)

Snake Bite is an ability unlocked at Knowledge Rank 4. It is used to trip an enemy on their feet while afflicting 40% ability damage. The reason this ability is strong is the fact it knocks out the tripped enemy for a limited time, allowing for free attacks.

4. Feral Outburst

Feral Outburst is unlocked at Knowledge Rank 1. It is an ability that launches Naoe toward an enemy and executes four strikes, dealing 20 percent ability damage. It is effective in closing the distance quickly after something like Cyclone Blast.

5. Quick Strike

Quick Strike is an ability that players can unlock at Knowledge Rank 2. It is a passive ability that allows the execution of two additional strikes after pausing mid-combo. Additionally, unlocking Dazed at Knowledge Rank 6 allows the buildup of Daze with each Quick Strike. And there you have it, these are the 5 best Kusarigama Skill Tree upgrades for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

These skills make the Kusarigama very deadly. Not only will it excel at creating space and managing mobs much more easily, but it is also exceptional at wearing down enemies with the Haze affliction. Additionally, it is also incredible in duels as players have the freedom to knock an enemy out cold easily, guaranteeing some high-damaging follow-ups.

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5 Best Kusarigama Skill Tree Upgrades for Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows