How To Get Shade of Blight Naginata in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

Its unique perk, along with its Poison Buildup, makes the Shade of Blight Naginata an ideal choice for Poison-inflicting builds in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Shade of Blight, a Legendary Naginata for Yasuke, features a unique perk that enhances affliction-based builds. Additionally, it includes the Poison Buildup attribute, making it perfect for players who prefer Poison-focused builds. Naginata is a long polearm-type weapon that has a sharp-bladed tip, allowing Yasuke to slice enemies from a safe distance.

The Shade of Blight Naginata can be obtained through a specific side quest. Follow the guide to discover the acquisition method of the Shade of Blight Naginata and learn how to use it effectively in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

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Where To Find the Shade of Blight Naginata in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

You can obtain the Shade of Blight Naginata by slaying The Messenger as part of the Kurai Eikyou quest board. The Kurai Eikyou questline revolves around hunting a group of individuals across Yamato, causing trouble for the locals. The Messenger is one of the five high-profile targets you need to assassinate during the Kurai Eikyou quest.

You can find The Messenger at Kofukuji Temple, located in the Nara Heartland in Yamato province. The temple lies directly east of Koriyama Castle. You also receive a hint that The Messenger will meditate at the temple at night, offering a perfect opportunity to get the job done without making any noise. Assassinating The Messenger rewards you with the Shade of Blight Naginata, along with the Adrenaline on Affliction Trigger Engraving. 

How To Use the Shade of Blight Naginata in AC Shadows

The Shade of Blight is a Legendary Naginata that fits well with affliction-based builds. Its unique perk grants +100% of an Adrenaline Chunk upon a successful Affliction trigger. If you specialize in Affliction-based builds focusing on Bleed, Poison, or Daze, Shade of Blight is an excellent choice.

The Shade of Blight is a powerful weapon that allows you to use abilities more frequently while causing devastating status effects. Additionally, it also comes with a dedicated Poison Buildup attribute, making it even more effective for Poison-inflicting builds.

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