Assassin's Creed Unity
Assassin's Creed Unity

Skills & Upgrades — Assassin's Creed Unity Guide

Enhance Arno's abilities with this Assassin's Creed Unity guide to Skills and Upgrades. Learn how to acquire Skill Points and utilize crucial enhancements.

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Skills & Upgrades

Mastering Arno's abilities through strategic skill acquisition and equipment upgrades is paramount to navigating the treacherous streets of revolutionary Paris. This section details how to effectively unlock and utilize these crucial enhancements.

Acquiring Skills

Skills in Assassin's Creed Unity are not simply unlocked by leveling up; they require Skill Points. These points are primarily earned by completing Story Missions, Co-op Missions, and specific Side Missions. Prioritize these activities to gain a steady stream of points.

  • Story Missions: The main campaign is your most reliable source of Skill Points. Progressing through sequences like "Imprisoned," "Rebirth," or "Graduation" will consistently reward you.
  • Co-op Missions: Engaging in multiplayer missions, such as those found in the "Heists" or "Brotherhood" categories, offers substantial Skill Point rewards, often more than single-player content. Coordinate with fellow Assassins for efficient completion.
  • Side Missions: Look for specific side quests marked on your map that explicitly state Skill Points as a reward. These are often Paris Stories or Enigmas.

Recommended Early-Game Skills

To maximize your effectiveness in the early sequences, focus on these foundational skills:

  • Stealth Skills:
    • Disguise: Essential for blending into crowds and infiltrating restricted areas without immediate detection. Purchase this early to make stealth approaches significantly easier.
    • Lockpicking (Level 1): Many chests and mission objectives are behind locked doors. This skill is invaluable for acquiring gear, money, and progressing through certain areas. Upgrade to higher levels as soon as possible.
  • Combat Skills:
    • Double Air Assassination: Allows Arno to take down two enemies simultaneously from above, a powerful tool for clearing out patrol routes or eliminating key targets.
    • Stun Grenade: Provides a crucial crowd-control option, allowing you to escape overwhelming combat situations or set up easy assassinations.
  • Navigation Skills:
    • Environmental Blending: Improves Arno's ability to blend seamlessly with the environment, reducing detection risk when near cover.

Upgrading Equipment

Beyond skills, your gear plays a vital role in Arno's capabilities. Equipment can be purchased from various vendors across Paris and upgraded to enhance its stats.

Steps for Upgrading:

  1. Earn Livres: Money (Livres) is the primary currency for purchasing and upgrading gear. Complete missions, loot chests, and participate in Crowd Events to accumulate wealth.
  2. Visit Tailors, Blacksmiths, and Apothecaries:
    • Tailors: Found throughout Paris (marked by a needle and thread icon on your map), these vendors sell and upgrade your Head, Torso, Forearm, Waist, and Leg gear. Prioritize upgrading gear that boosts your Stealth, Health, or Melee/Ranged damage based on your playstyle.
    • Blacksmiths: Look for the hammer icon on your map. Blacksmiths offer a wide array of weapons, including one-handed, long, and heavy weapons, as well as pistols and rifles. They also provide upgrades for these items. Focus on weapons that complement your preferred combat style. For stealth players, a high-damage one-handed weapon is ideal for quick assassinations.
    • Apothecaries: While not directly upgrading gear, Apothecaries (marked by a mortar and pestle) sell essential consumables like Medicine and Smoke Bombs. Stock up regularly, especially before challenging missions.
  3. Check Gear Stats: When browsing items, pay close attention to the stat boosts they provide. Each piece of gear offers improvements to:
    • Stealth: Reduces your visibility and detection range.
    • Health: Increases Arno's maximum health.
    • Melee Damage: Boosts the damage dealt by your melee weapons.
    • Ranged Damage: Increases the damage of your pistols and rifles.
  4. Prioritize Based on Playstyle:
    • Stealth-Focused: Invest in gear with high Stealth ratings, such as the Phantom Hood or Musketeer Breeches.
    • Combat-Focused: Opt for gear that enhances Health and Melee Damage, like the Brigand Bracers or Sans-Culottes Coat.

Remember, a well-rounded Arno is a deadly Arno. Continuously evaluate your skill and gear choices to adapt to the challenges presented by the French Revolution.