Final Fantasy 16: Best Weapons in the Game

While progressing the story in Final Fantasy XVI, you’ll unlock a wide variety of weapons that Clive can equip.

However, not all of them are equally strong and some manage to stand out due to higher overall damage.

In this article, I will rank the five best weapons in FF16 that you must try once unlocked. Also, I will explain how to unlock each of these weapons.

For a more beginner-focused guide, check out our article on how to unlock and use Limit Break in FF16, one of the strongest mechanics that’s ideal for defeating tough enemies.

Best Weapons in Final Fantasy 16

Since each weapon has different damage stats, the best ones manage to stand out due to having the highest damage and stagger overall.

Without further delay, here are the five strongest weapons in Final Fantasy 16 and how to unlock them.

5. Icebrand

Best weapons in Final Fantasy 16 - Icebrand.

With 300 attack damage and stagger, Icebrand is the easiest weapon to obtain on this list. It’s an ideal weapon choice during the mid-game and can help you progress the game.

To craft Icebrand, players must progress the main story until the “Across the Narrow” quest and collect the following items:

1x Brightburn
1x Ice Shard
6x Meteorite
200x Magicked Ash

4. Everdark

Best weapons in Final Fantasy 16 - Everdark.

Everdark has 315 attack damage and stagger and is a great option because it’s not as hard to obtain as the other weapons on this list.

To craft Everdark, players will need to defeat Odin, Warden of Darkness during “The Last King” quest and collect the following materials:

1x Icebrand
1x Dark Shard
8x Meteorites
400x Sharp Fangs

3. Ragnarok

Best weapons in Final Fantasy 16 - Ragnarok.

Ragnarok is an amazing weapon choice not only because of its 325 attack damage and stagger but also because it’s essential for crafting Gotterdammerung and the Ultima Weapon.

To get Ragnarok in FF16, players will need to complete all four Blacksmith’s Blues side quests.

2. Gotterdammerung

Best weapons in Final Fantasy 16 - Gotterdammerung.

Gotterdammerung offers 375 attack damage and stagger and is the best weapon you can get during your first playthrough, before completing the story.

To get Gotterdammerung, combine the following materials:

1x Ragnarok
3x Orichalcum
2x Darksteel
1x Primitive Battlehorn

1. Ultima Weapon

Best weapons in Final Fantasy 16 - Ultima Weapon.

With 700 attack damage and stagger, Ultima is the best weapon in Final Fantasy 16 by a long mile. With almost double the stats of the previous weapon, you can expect to take down any enemy easily with the Ultima Weapon.

To craft the Ultima Weapon, you’ll need to complete the main story, reach New Game+, and craft it by combining the following items:

1x Ragnarok
1x Utterance of Creation
3x Ultima Weapon Crafting Material

Wrapping up the Best Weapons in FF16

In conclusion, those are the best weapons in FF16 based on their overall stats.

Use any of those that you’ve unlocked and your combos will deal great damage.

What’s your favorite weapon in the game? Do you agree with this Final Fantasy 16 weapons tier list? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.

To fully optimize your loadout, combine these weapons with our list of the best abilities in FF 16 and you’ll be able to take down any enemy.

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