Discover a detailed ranking of nine DLC weapons, categorized by combat effectiveness, versatility, and fun factor. Whether you prefer rapid strikes or explosive power, this list has something for every playstyle.

S-Tier: Dominate the Battlefield

• Royal Horn Bow
  • The first true bow-focused weapon in the game, featuring infinite arrows and high scaling with Technique stats. Its Fable Art enhances charged shots, while the dodge-and-shoot mechanic ensures constant mobility. A top-tier choice for both safety and damage.

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• Death’s Talons
  • Lightning-fast claws that excel in aggression. The Rampage ability boosts damage output, and Link Slash chains devastating combos. Perfect for players who favor relentless offense.

A-Tier: Strong and Strategic

• Lantern
  • Unconventional but effective. Its rapid stabs and fire-dash heavy attack offer exceptional mobility, ideal for evading boss attacks while dealing consistent fire damage.
• Pale Knight
  • A hybrid melee/gunblade that blasts enemies with a shotgun-like heavy attack. Rewards precision with devastating knockback and follow-up strikes.

B-Tier: Niche but Viable

• Flame Lance
  • Unleashes continuous flames via stamina drain rather than Fable Arts. Highly potent for burst damage but demands careful stamina management.
• Maniac’s Pinwheel
  • Dual spinning blades with high Motivity scaling. Slow windup but devastating multi-hit combos and a rapid Fable Art for closing gaps.

C-Tier: Situational Utility

• Silent Evangelists’ Mace
  • A heavy acid-spraying weapon. Effective for crowd control but lacks standout mechanics compared to other options.

D-Tier: Underwhelming Picks

• Royal Blade
  • Aesthetically pleasing yet generic. Lacks unique traits, making it a baseline weapon for traditionalists.
• The Bludgeon
  • Slow, heavy, and outclassed by flashier alternatives. Only worth using for pure strength builds craving simplicity.

FAQ

• Q: Are the claws and bow new weapon types?
  • Yes. Death’s Talons and the Royal Horn Bow debut as entirely new weapon categories.
• Q: Do these weapons use the blade/handle system?
  • Most do, except the bow and claws, which are fixed.
• Q: Which stat works best for new weapons?
  • Prioritize Technique for bows/claws and Motivity for maces, lances, or pinwheels.
• Q: Does the Flame Lance require Fable Arts?
  • No. Its flamethrower attack consumes stamina instead.
• Q: Is the gunblade difficult to master?
  • It demands timing but delivers massive damage with well-executed shotgun blasts.