Ubisoft's upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows, launching this March, has added a notable voice actor to its cast. Mackenyu Arata, renowned for his portrayal of Roronoa Zoro in Netflix's One Piece series, will voice a key character.
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Mackenyu Arata as Gennojo
Mackenyu will provide both the Japanese and English voice acting for Gennojo, a significant character within Assassin's Creed Shadows' feudal Japan setting. Ubisoft describes Gennojo as a captivating and complex individual, a charming rogue with a hidden moral compass.
"A charismatic rogue with a reckless streak and deep internal conflict, Gennojo is driven by guilt to dismantle a corrupt system," explains Ubisoft. "He's a flirtatious trickster, balancing wit, deception, and confidence. His strong sense of justice, particularly concerning the vulnerable, fuels his willingness to risk everything to achieve his goals."
While the exact point of Gennojo's introduction remains undisclosed, his importance to the game's narrative is confirmed. According to Mackenyu, Gennojo belongs to a group called the "Shinobi League," and players will essentially be able to recruit him as a companion throughout their adventure.
