Since Bloodborne’s launch nearly a decade ago in 2015, one remaining contention regarding FromSoftware’s PlayStation exclusive is which Bloodborne weapons are the correct choice for you. From the game’s entry-level Saw Cleaver to the hard-to-master Chikage, there are plenty of Bloodborne weapons catering to the player’s playstyle, and the choice of weaponry can mean the difference between survival and a gruesome demise in the nightmarish world of Yharnam.
In this guide, we will embark on a journey through the streets of Yharnam to uncover the most suitable Bloodborne weapons for you as you attempt to “Transcend the Hunt” and emerge victorious in this unforgettable pursuit of salvation against the most improbable of odds.
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Ranking the 10 Best Bloodborne Weapons
10) Saw Cleaver
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What better way to start our Bloodborne weapons list than one of the game’s most iconic weapons, the Saw Cleaver, which everyone could obtain at the start? While starting weapons often get power crept as games proceed, the Saw Cleaver does well to hold its own as it gives starting players a sense of familiarity of getting accustomed to Souls-like action.
For example, the weapon caters to FromSoftware’s game mechanic of ruthless aggression as it handles singular mobs or crowds of enemies decently well. Moreover, it stays effective throughout the game due to its innate bonus against beasts. In addition, as it is a starter weapon, players can upgrade it at once and coat it with any of the item buffs in the game.
9) Hunter Axe
From one starting weapon to another, the Hunter Axe and Saw Cleaver have sparked rigorous debate on which starting weapon is better, and on our list, the Hunter Axe edges its competitor slightly. Versatility is a crucial detail in RPG games, and the Hunter Axe’s flexibility of speed and strength in its two forms is too enticing for newer players to miss out.
In its untransformed state, the weapon deals damage at high speed, capable of depleting the enemy swiftly. As for its transformed form, the weapon changes into a heavy two-handed weapon effective in crowd control due to its sweeping attacks. Thus, you will never feel out of sorts against bosses, as the Hunter Axe’s versatility enables you to deal with unforeseen scenarios.
8) Tonitrus
While Bloodborne weapons cater more to close-distance combat, the Tonitrus offers backline players a more Arcane-focused build to tackle the enemies in Yharnam. As an interchangeable weapon, the unique mace imbues the power of electricity as its magical gimmick to deal pure bolt damage. It is particularly effective against foes vulnerable to lightning, making it a favoured choice among hunters delving into the city’s darkest secrets.
However, the weapon does have its fair share of drawbacks as it is hard to obtain. For instance, you can only find it in Yahar’gul or purchase it after acquiring the Spark Hunter Badge. In addition, the weapon is easily breakable, and some enemies not susceptible to bolt damage can shrug off the unique gimmick, leaving you in a pinch.
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7) Rakuyo
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Staying on the trend of transformable Bloodborne weapons, Rakuyo is one of the game’s most stylish weapons, and some may say it is a toned-down version of the Chikage due to its dual-wield style. While I can’t speak for everyone, I can never pass up on dual-wielding after witnessing a specific dark-clothed anime protagonist solo a boss with the same weapons.
Favouritism aside, the Rakuyo is perfect for players opting for high-octane combat, as the dual-wielded sword-and-dagger can shred enemies’ health in a relentless fury of combos, decimating anyone in your wake. For players interested, they must first defeat Lady Maria before heading to the Fishing Hamlet in the Old Hunters DLC.
6) Bloodletter
Moving from the most stylish to the most gruesome, the Bloodletter is a sinister and enigmatic weapon which embodies the twisted desires and sacrifices made by those who delve too deeply into the city’s darkest secrets. Upon discovery, the giant mace is made entirely from flesh and blood and can switch from a lighter one-handed mace to a hard-hitting two-handed weapon.
To activate this, one must plunge the Bloodletter into your stomach and survive, constantly depleting your health bar. However, your blood compares little to the amount of blood your weapon will draw after unleashing its devastating AOE attack on your enemies.
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5) Whirligig Saw
Continuing with gruesome Bloodborne weapons, we arrived at the Whirligig Saw, one of the game’s simplest designed yet brutal weapons. Crafted with the ingenuity of the Healing Church workshop, this massive serrated blade is affixed to a rotating mechanism, transforming it into a deadly and merciless tool of destruction, capable of even tearing the game’s most formidable bosses.
Dubbed the Pizza Cutter of Justice by the Bloodborne community, this mass of destruction has the drawback of disabling firearm parry, which means it’s either your death or your opponent’s.
4) Ludwig’s Holy Blade
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From gruesome to holy, Ludwig’s Holy Blade is one of the most iconic Bloodborne weapons, as it is the best option for Strength and Skill builds in the game, which players learned from their time with the Hunter Axe.
Often titled the better version of the Hunter Axe, Ludwig’s Holy Blade is an upgrade from the starting weapon’s firepower with its lightning-speed attacks and damage despite the lower range from the Hunter Axe. Moreover, players can acquire Ludwig’s Holy Blade in the early game, as you can purchase it from the Bath Messenger after obtaining the Radiant Sword Hunter Badge.
3) Holy Moonlight Sword
Sticking to holy Bloodborne weapons, we have the Holy Moonlight Sword from the Old Hunter’s DLC. As we mentioned, versatility is a massive selling point in RPG games, and the Holy Moonlight Sword offers this in spades, as it is the best weapon for players trying a Strength/Arcane build.
For instance, as one of the few weapons capable of dealing arcane damage in both its sword and greatsword forms, the Holy Moonlight Sword unleashes devastating arcane blasts and ethereal strikes with the press of a button. Moreover, players preferring a Strength/Dexterity build can utilise this weapon thanks to its unique Melee/Hybrid built-in function.
2) Simon’s Bowblade
Counting down to the Penultimate weapon in our top 10 Bloodborne weapons list, we have Simon’s Bowblade. As another weapon in the Old Hunter’s DLC, the Simon’s Bowblade also offers the Melee/Ranged versatility as its usual state of a standard powerful curved sword can cleave through enemies while its transformed bow state can snipe enemies from a safe distance.
Besides being the best-ranged weapon in the game, using Simon’s Bowblade served as a tribute to the kind-hearted NPC who journeyed with us before his unfortunate demise.
1) Chikage
Last but not least, we have the Chikage, the epitome of Bloodborne weapons. As the strongest pick in our list, the weapon demands complete mastery from its wielder as a weapon of finesse and sacrifice. It is because this katana, obtained from the forbidden Cainhurst Castle, harbours a dark secret: its blade thirsts for the hunter’s blood.
For instance, when transformed, the Chikage unleashes its true power, coating its blade in a poisonous crimson hue, draining the wielder’s life force with each strike. Thus, only a transcendent Hunter can wield this mighty blade as one must know when to switch between the two forms in a fight between testing the limits of the hunter’s resolve and sacrifice.
Bloodborne Weapons Are a Trial of Preservation
In short, Bloodborne weapons stand as both tools of survival and symbols of the hunter’s indomitable will. As you navigate the treacherous streets and unravel the mysteries that shroud Yharnam in darkness, you will discover that the true power of these Bloodborne weapons lies not only in their physical might but in the courage and determination of those who wield them.
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