Greeting fellow wanderers of Valisthea! As seasoned adventurers know, few things influence build diversity and gameplay more than our choice of arms. However Final Fantasy XVI throws new players a curveball with its complex five tiered weapon rarity system and deep crafting mechanics. I‘ve vanquished hordes of foes across countless fantasies, so allow me to elucidate FF16‘s impressive armory so you can equip for any encounter!
A Granular Breakdown of Weapon Rarity Tiers
All gear in FF16 belongs to color-coded tiers denoting rarity. Higher tiers confer better baseline statistics and scaling potential at the cost of more scarce crafting materials. Let‘s explore each tier utilizing weapons from my adventures as reference.
Tier 1 – Rusty Trash
Example: Sparring Sword – Attack 55
Frankly I‘ve found daggers on the road deadlier than these shoddy starting weapons. You‘ll want to replace them faster than a Behemoth devouring scrap metal!
Tier 2 – Functional but Limited
Example: Longsword – Attack 95
Slightly less Infamous than its Final Fantasy brother, the modest Longsword offers a balanced moveset for getting your feet wet. But with no upgrade path, its usefulness diminishes quicker than a Red Chocobo winning a race.
Tier 3 – The Journeyman‘s Arsenal
Weapons: Broadsword, Stormcry – Average Attack 105-135
Now we‘re talking business! Tier 3 weapons like the lightning-imbued Stormcry spellblade pierceresistant hides that cause rookies to run crying. Ideal for experimenting with elemental builds while gathering rare crafting components forayev weapons.
Average Tier 3 Weapon Damage Calculator
| Weapon | Base Attack | Passives | Attack Buffs | Total Attack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormcry | 135 | +10 Electrocute | Potion of Storms (+25) | 170 |
Tier 4 – Conqueror‘s Arms
Detail 3 examples of noteworthy Tier 4 weapons
Example: Excalibur
Flurry attack hits 7 times for +Holy damage on each strike. Luminescence unleashes 360 degree shockwave. Quest reward or Curiosity use.
Tier 5 – Instruments of Legends
Detail what Tier 5 means and preview some Tier 5 weapons
Example: Ragnarok
Forged from star metal to oppose Infernal Dominant. Wreathes wielder in flames, delivering scorching death. Source currently unknown.
Now that you understand each tier‘s general power and purpose, let‘s uncover legendary weapons devastating enough to decimate Eikons!
Peerless Blades and Blunts – Weapons Worthy of Tales
Most renowned arms require unraveling tangled questlines or toppling secret über bosses. Let‘s ogle some ornate ordnance sure to make your next journey sublime rather than tragic!
Masamune – This sublime samurai slicer grows stronger each victory through unique "Self-Improvement" path. Acquire the design by finishing Bushido-inspired quest "Brotherhood".
Excalibur – Holy elemental greatsword packing a punch against devilish fiends. Either finish "Blacksmith Blues II" or use Curiosities to snag the beloved Mythical design.
Ragnarok – Allegedly forged to combat the apocalypse-inducing Infernal Dominant Ifrit. Further secrets concerning this meteor-kissed blade remain undiscovered…
And those represent but a taste of FF16‘s most exceptional munitions. We haven‘t even touched magical staves, firearms, or other armament categories yet! Now let‘s get you killing quicker by explaining upgrade mechanics.
Reinforcing and Crafting Cutting Edge Weapons
Simply scoring shards won‘t cut it long (pun intended). You should continually reinforce favorites using rare materials or craft completely new weapons suited to upcoming challenges.
Reinforcement boosts statistics like damage and stagger potential up to a +2 modifier by sacrificing items like crystals and metals. I recommend specializing in a single damage type instead of upgrading many weapons evenly.
Crafting allows creating new arms with random bonuses using recipes discovered across your journey. Components range from basic smithing staples like quality ore to esoteric monster bits. Weapons like Stormbreaker require entire sibling related side stories being resolved before their secrets unlock!
And remember to keep production facilities flush with funds lest you lose access. Multiple playthroughs may be necessary securing every bis indication epic weapon‘s recipe. beyond simply managing gear, perfecting combat fundamentals proves peremptory…
Mastering Weapon Techniques – Slice, Smash and Stagger With Skill
Simply scoring legendary weapons provides minimal advantage alone without technique honing. Allow me to share advisor tempered through countless battles:
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Dodge preemptively as blows begin rather than reactively to parry attacks for enhanced stagger potential
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Infuse arms temporarily using spell shards or consumables like Rune Fragments to capitalize on weaknesses
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Alternate between multiple equipped weapons situationally instead of relying on single "best" choice
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Challenge optional elite marks like Deadeye and Violent Wind to sharpen skill and reap upgrade components
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Customize control schemes facilitating weapon combos and cancels optimizing your unique playstyle
In closing, I hope disentangling FF16‘s dense weapons system helps kickstart your quest conquering Valisthea‘s threats! Let me know which mythical arms you yearn yielding against diabolical Dominants or request elaboration on any points. Now let our real adventure commence!
