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Best weapons tier list in Mortal Shell 2
This Destructoid guide ranks all 16 weapons in Mortal Shell 2, split across two categories, to help players identify the most effective options against the game's bosses and enemies. The author groups weapons into S-tier, A-tier and B-tier bands based on damage, versatility across different shells and overall combat utility, offering readers a quick reference for building an effective loadout.
S-tier picks include the Axe and Dagger, Black Needle, Axatana, Salvaged Trebuchaxe and Caged Hystrix, praised for strong damage, useful combos and compatibility with multiple shells. A-tier weapons such as The Iconoclast, Clockwork Scythe, Great Martyr's Blade, Triarch Repeater, Ballistazooka and Forgotten Crossbow are solid but more situational, while B-tier entries like the Veteran's Battle Axe, Obsidian Hammer and Troubadour's Lute are hampered by slow attacks or narrow build requirements. The author notes two weapons, the Naylshotte and Cursed Child, have yet to be fully assessed.
In short
- Destructoid ranks all 16 Mortal Shell 2 weapons into three tiers
- Axe and Dagger, Black Needle and Axatana top the S-tier list
- Two weapons remain unrated pending further testing
Explained simply
Mortal Shell 2 is an action role-playing game in which players fight enemies and bosses using a range of weapons. Players can also use different shells, which affect how a character plays, so a weapon’s usefulness may depend on the shell and combat style.
The guide compares 16 weapons by damage, flexibility and usefulness in combat, grouping them into three tiers. It is intended to help players choose a loadout, though two weapons have not yet been fully assessed, and the rankings reflect the author’s judgement.