Summary
One of the most beloved games FromSoftware has produced,Bloodbornetakes playersthrough the dark, Lovecraftian townof Yharnam.Bloodborne’s fast-moving mechanics, unique design, and brutal difficulty have engaged players for many years and will continue for many more.
Taking on the many perils inBloodborneis no small task and to help players along, the game offers a large selection of weapons to choose from. From the iconic Saw Cleaver to the Threaded Cane, the weapons ofBloodborneare varied and all come with alternative actions. While all the weapons inBloodborneare effective, many require an experienced touch to master.
10Reiterpallasch
Found in a Chest in Forsaken Cainhurst Castle
This rapier-styled weapon is an effective option for players looking to deal smaller amounts of damage quickly. Its strong attack option is apowerful thrust that deals high damageto enemies that get in its way.
The alternative mode shortens the rapier and adds a pistol to the weapon. This mode has less range than the standard but offers an additional parry weapon. Mastering the weapon will take some getting used to, especially if using its attached pistol for parrying enemies.
9Stake Driver
Purchased for 8,000 Blood Echoes From Bath Messengers After Obtaining the Powder Keg Hunter Badge
This short-range, but powerful weapon is often slept on by players but has the potential to inflict massive damage. The Stake Driver, like allBloodborneweapons, has two modes and offers an unloaded and loaded option for players.
This weapon is mainly for those happy to get up close and personal when fighting enemies, meaning timing becomes very important. The strong attack has a longer wind-up than most weapons but can deal very high damage.
8Kirkhammer
Purchased for 3,000 Blood Echoes From Bath Messengers After Defeating Cleric Beast
One of the strongest weapons in the game, The Kirkhammer is a trick weapon that blends two distinct styles into one. The first form is a silver sword. This isgood for quick attacksand getting close to enemies. The second is a large stone hammer.
The hammer form of the weapon deals huge damage, but like all large weapons, is slower to hit. Using this weapon also eats up a lot of stamina, meaning players will need good stamina management to use this effectively.
7Logarius’ Wheel
Purchased for 13,000 Blood Echoes From Bath Messengers After Obtaining the Wheel Hunter Badge
One of the unique weapons In the game, Logarius’ Wheel is exactly what the name suggests, a large wheel used to bash enemies to death. The weapon’s second form unleashes its true danger, bringing Arcane damage to the mix.
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It’s an extremely large weapon, so the attacking animations are longer than some other weapons in the game. Effectively using Logarius’ Wheel will inflict heavy damage on enemies but requires good timing and stamina management.
6Simon’s Bowblade
Old Hunter’s DLC: Complete Simon The Harrowed’s Quest or Kill Him
One of the few ranged weapons inBloodbornethat is used for dealing damage rather than parrying. Simon’s Bowblade in its normal state is a curved blade with a good medium range.
In its transformed state, it becomes a greatbow, perfect for long-range attacks. Players will need to time their attacks perfectly with this weapon and is best used by more experienced players of the game.
5Chikage
Purchased for 50,000 Blood Echoes From Bath Messengers After Obtaining the Cainhurst Badge
The Chikage is a powerful Katana weapon that can deal high bloodtinge damage to enemies, as well as a slow poison effect. A relatively simple weapon to wield, with a medium range and fast moves, the Chikage becomes a more difficult weapon in its transformed state.
When in the alternative mode, the blade becomes a two-handed weapon and is bathed in the character’s blood, draining the health of the player as long as it is in this state.
4Hunters Pistol
Starting Weapon in the Hunter’s Dream
One of the unique elements ofBloodborneis the parry system. UnlikeDark Souls, where players use a shield to parry,Bloodbornerequires the player to use the Hunter’s Pistol. There are other weapon options that also parry, but all require the same skill.
To parry successfully,players will need to shootat the moment an attack is being swung towards them. Learning to parry takes time to master, but once learned, becomes an invaluable tool in the hunter’s arsenal as they navigate around Yharnam.
3Blade of Mercy
Purchased for 40,000 Blood Echoes From Bath Messengers After Obtaining the Crow Hunter Badge
The Blade Of Mercy is an effective weapon that takes time to master. Like many knife weapons in Soulsborne games, it deals smaller amounts of damage over a longer time. In exchange, the player gets faster attacks and more chances to dodge.
Using this weapon means getting in close to enemies to deal damage, which is especially dangerouswhen in boss fights. This weapon is generally better suited for experienced players ofBloodborne.
2Threaded Cane
One of the three starting weapon choices in the game, the Threaded Cane is for players looking for a more challenging run. The weapon blends perfectly with theVictorian aesthetic of the gamebut deals less damage than some of the larger weapons. It makes up for this in speed, as well as additional damage effects.
The first form has a 20% righteous effect added to its damage, while in its second form, the Cane becomes a bladed whip-type weapon and adds additional serrated damage on top of its standard stats.
1Kos Parasite
Old Hunters DLC: Defeat the Orphan of Kos
Another weapon that is only available through theOld Hunters DLC. The Kos Parasite is a trick weapon that is not only hard to master but also difficult to acquire.
The Orphan of Kos is one of thetoughest bosses encounteredin theBloodborne, but beating him only gets you the weapon itself. To use the Kos Parasite, players will have to collect three Brain Fluids throughout the DLC and then acquire the Milkweed Rune. Equipping this rune in tandem with the Kos Parasite will reveal the weapons move set.
