Assassin’s Creed Shadows Character Will Be Played by One Piece Star Mackenyu Arata

Ubisoft's upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows, launching this March, adds another star to its cast: Mackenyu Arata, renowned for his role as Roronoa Zoro in Netflix's One Piece. Mackenyu will lend his voice to Gennojo, a pivotal character in the game's Feudal Japan setting.

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Mackenyu Arata Voices Gennojo

Mackenyu will provide both English and Japanese voice acting for Gennojo, described by Ubisoft as a charismatic yet conflicted individual. Driven by guilt and a desire to reform a corrupt system, Gennojo is portrayed as a charming rogue with a sharp wit and a penchant for deception. He's fiercely dedicated to justice, particularly in protecting the vulnerable.

While the exact timing of Gennojo's appearance in the game remains undisclosed, his significance to the storyline is confirmed. Mackenyu reveals Gennojo's affiliation with the "Shinobi League" and hints at the possibility of recruiting him as a companion throughout the player's journey. His presence promises to be a key element in the game's missions and overall narrative.