Wuchang: Fallen Feathers weapon tier list

The world of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a brutal one, so you’ll need to have the best weapons equipped if you want any hope of surviving.

Like all the best Soulslikes, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers doesn’t hold back when it comes to difficulty. From the get-go, you’re constantly bombarded with challenging enemies and even tougher bosses, all of which can send you back to the nearest Shrine in the blink of an eye.

Luckily, there are 24 powerful weapons – 5 more if you own the DLC and Deluxe Edition – you can wield to give the more sadistic opponents a taste of their own medicine, but each one has its own unique stats and abilities.

So, here’s a full tier list of every weapon in the game, so you know exactly which ones are the best to choose.

Best weapons in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers

Our tiers explained

• S-Tier: The best weapons available. “Broken” or best-in-class for any run.
• A-Tier: Very strong, but shine best in certain builds or hands.
• B-Tier: Playable but situational, often overshadowed.
• C-Tier: Weak or clunky.

S-tier weapons

Twin Bandits

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blade
• Skill: Block
• Skill cost: x0

These are easily one of the flashiest picks in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, letting players tear through enemies with lightning-fast combos. Their relentless tempo makes them a nightmare for bosses, piling on damage before foes even get the chance to react.

The Twin Bandits also thrive on the game’s Clash system, rewarding precise timing with health recovery and a reset in momentum.

It can be obtained from the inside of a chest in the Cloudspire Outskirts.

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Bitter Severance

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blade
• Skill: Unbroken Onslaught
• Skill cost: x1

The Bitter Severance has everything people love about dual blades, offering brutal poise break that can stagger even the toughest bosses. Its aggressive moveset encourages nonstop offense, letting you carve through health bars while keeping the upper hand in difficult fights.

With its mix of speed, control, and staggering power, Bitter Severance feels tailor-made for players who want to dominate the fight rather than react to it.

It can be obtained after defeating Fang Ling in the lowest section of the Shaft, passing through the Bride’s Boudoir area, and falling from the broken bridge at the end.

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Empyrean Greataxe

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Empyrean Crash
• Skill cost: x2

This is the heavy hitter of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, dishing out colossal AoE swings that can wipe groups and chunk bosses in just a few hits. Its sheer stopping power, paired with super armor on many moves, makes it a weapon that thrives in battles.

What pushes it into meta territory is its Empyrean Crash skill, a devastating plunging attack that not only deals massive burst but also staggers enemies reliably. It’s the perfect pick for players who prefer raw strength and crowd control over finesse.

It can be obtained near the Shu Sanctum, at the edge of a roof near an enemy with flowing red eyes.

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Serpent Fang

DEXERTO

• Type: Longsword
• Skill: Feathering Windstrike
• Skill cost: x2

The Serpent Fang is the ultimate longsword in the game thanks to its mix of range, speed, and reliability. It strikes a great balance between steady DPS and safety, allowing players to poke from mid-distance while exerting consistent pressure.

When paired with feathering builds, its fast swings reach maximum damage. Its versatility makes it a standout longsword, giving both security and power.

It can be obtained after completing all the Li Dingo Interactions. If he becomes hostile in Ferry Overlook, you’ll have to defeat him to get the weapon.

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Watcher’s Gaze

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Phantom Flurry
• Skill cost: x2

This is the best one-handed sword in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, built for players who lean into magic and Clash-heavy playstyles. Its moveset feels lighter than similar options, making it easier to weave in spellcasting while still keeping enemies under pressure.

What sets it apart is its spell-boosting synergy, letting you regenerate Skyborn Might and amplify your casting mid-fight.

It can be obtained by purchasing the Deluxe Edition of the game through the Donation Box on the 1st floor of the Reverent Temple.

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Lashing Whip

DEXERTO

• Type: Longsword
• Skill: Whip Dance
• Skill cost: x1

Longswords are easily the most accessible weapon type in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and Lashing Whip is the perfect early-game choice. It has a solid range and is very fast to wield, allowing you to hit light combos with ease.

Whip Dance is a great Weapon Skill, especially against groups of enemies or larger bosses. Plus, once you unlock Windforce to unleash a quick heavy attack from behind, it’s incredibly easy to execute finishing moves, which are vital against tougher opponents.

It can be obtained in the middle of the Mercury Workshop in Worship’s Rise.

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A-tier weapons

Flamebringer

DEXERTO

• Type: Longsword
• Skill: Infernal Firebrand
• Skill cost: x1

Flamebringer is one of the best Longswords at Wuchang’s disposal, and can take you right from the early areas to the endgame. While its damage output is impressive on its own, the fact that it can cause fire damage to virtually any enemy is huge, making some of the toughest bosses much easier.

It’s also much simpler to use compared to the heavy Axes and Greatswords, so it suits most playstyles. There is one slight drawback in that its default Discipline isn’t the strongest, but you can easily fix this by heading into the skill tree and unlocking a better one like Crescent Arc.

It can be obtained after defeating the General of the North – Ai Nengqi, located inside the Rebel Camp in Cloudspire Outskirts.

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Cloudpiercer

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Unstoppable Force
• Skill cost: x3

The Cloudpiercer offers incredible reach and pinpoint burst damage. Its thrust-heavy kit lets you pressure bosses from a safe distance while still landing massive hits when the timing’s right.

Its signature move, Unstoppable Force, turns it into a burst machine, staggering enemies and creating huge punish windows.

It can be obtained in the Zhenwu Temple.

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Cinder Dragoncoil

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Dragon Breath
• Skill cost: x1

This axe is built with explosive offense, turning every swing into a fiery statement. Its wide arcs and fire damage excel at controlling space, letting you burn through groups while punishing slower bosses with heavy, staggering hits.

It doesn’t quite hit the consistency of the Empyrean Greataxe, but its elemental edge and good balance give it a niche that feels both flashy and effective.

It can be obtained in the Pavilion of Knowledge after unlocking the shrine and talking to the Storyteller.

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Steampowered Spear

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Steam Chain
• Skill cost: x2

The Steampowered Spear is all about coverage, with its unique Steam Chain skill unleashing sweeping multi-directional strikes that can lock down groups of enemies. Its range and crowd control potential make it one of the safest spears to use, especially in mob-heavy encounters.

While it doesn’t match Cloudpiercer’s raw burst, its versatility and area denial keep it firmly in the meta. For players who value consistency and control over flashy damage spikes, the Steampowered Spear is a reliable go-to.

It can be obtained by purchasing it from Panda for x1 Bamboo Shoot. Panda’s earliest location is in a cave around Shy Sanctum.

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Zhanlu Sword

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Shadowless Blade
• Skill cost: x2

This weapon is one of the fastest one-handed swords in the game, making it perfect for feathering builds that thrive on agility and precision. Its light, fluid swings let you maintain constant pressure without overcommitting.

What sets it apart is its ability to stack steady DPS while keeping you mobile and safe. For players who want a weapon that rewards speed and smart positioning, the Zhanlu Sword feels like the sleekest one-handed sword in the roster.

It can be obtained after completing all 13 Nian Suichang Interactions.

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Astral Blade

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Awakening Seal
• Skill cost: x2

The Astral Blade is a fantastic One-Handed Sword, and is a great early pick for anyone who wants to lean into the magical side of the game. While it lacks physical damage, it more than makes up for it with a huge buff to spell damage, which pairs perfectly with weapon-type-specific skills like Biding Time that give you a lot of Skybound Might.

It also comes with the Awakening Seal, which provides yet another boost to your spell damage, ensuring that each cast hits like a truck if you time it right.

It can be obtained after defeating Blightweaver Great Centipede in the Bandit Cave in Worship’s Rise.

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Firearm Blades

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blade
• Skill: Perfect Aim
• Skill cost: x1

These dual blades have a unique twist, mixing rapid melee pressure with built-in ranged options. Their hybrid kit lets you keep momentum up close while tagging enemies from a distance, making them versatile in varied encounters.

They don’t quite hit the raw DPS of Twin Bandits or Bitter Severance, but for players who want dual blades with extra utility and flair, Firearm Blades deliver a flexible, stylish alternative.

It can be obtained in one of the areas behind Shu Sanctum, on a forge table.

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Li Jiao’s Fang

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Draconic Bombard
• Skill cost: x3

This solid axe dishes out heavy stagger damage, making it a dependable choice for strength-focused builds. Its swings feel weighty and rewarding, especially when punishing slower bosses or breaking poise.

It doesn’t have the AoE dominance of the Empyrean Greataxe or the flashy fire of Cinder Dragoncoil, but it holds its ground as a reliable, hard-hitting option for players who want straightforward power.

It can be obtained by talking to the Boatman at the Ferry Overlook after defeating Monstrous Toddler – Bai Kru.

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Thunder’s Call

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blade
• Skill: Lightning Conduit
• Skill cost: x1

The Thunder’s Call electrifies the dual blade kit with lightning-charged attacks, giving it a flashy edge and solid burst windows. Its fast tempo keeps enemies under constant pressure, making it a fun and aggressive option.

That said, it doesn’t quite match the raw DPS and sustain of higher placed choices. Thunder’s Call sits comfortably as a strong but not dominant dual blade, great for players who like elemental flair with their offense.

It can be obtained after defeating South General – Liu Wenxiu in the Zhenwu Antechamber of Mt. Zhenwu.

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B-tier weapons

Red-Tasseled Spear

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Ebb and Flow
• Skill cost: x1

The Red-Tasseled Spear isn’t a bad weapon by any stretch; it’s just not quite as effective as others. That said, it’s still a decent all-around weapon that dishes out good damage from a relatively safe distance.

Plus, the Ebb and Flow skill is ideal for when you need to quickly close down an enemy and get their face. The only downside is that it’s not very effective against bosses, who will often knock you away or pummel you before the combo is done.

It can be obtained beside a cauldron guarded by two enemies past the Tang Palace Maid boss in Buddha Cliffs, or bought from Wu Gang for 1,500 – present him the Oil Lamp first.

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Darkfrost Edge

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Evasive Maneuver
• Skill cost: x1

The Darkfrost Edge offers an interesting frost damage effect. However, it lacks the speed or synergy that makes other one-handed swords shine. Its slower swings and underwhelming scaling leave it feeling clunky compared to top-tier picks.

It can work for niche frost builds, but in most cases, it’s quickly outclassed by weapons like Astral Blade or Zhanlu Sword.

It can be obtained near the Shrine in Lightzen Temple (on a table beside three enemies), or bought from Wu Gang for 1,500 after presenting him the Oil Lamp.

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Moonlight Dragon

DEXERTO

• Type: Longsword
• Skill: Stormlash Dragon
• Skill cost: x1

This is a stylish option with elegant animations, but it struggles to stand out against meta picks like Serpent Fang or Flamebringer. Its damage and reach are serviceable, yet it lacks the edge that makes those other longswords top-tier.

Players looking for raw efficiency will usually swap it out once stronger longswords become available.

It can be obtained by purchasing the Deluxe Edition of the game through the Donation Box on the 1st floor of the Reverent Temple.

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Cloudfrost’s Edge

DEXERTO

• Type: Longsword
• Skill: Dash Strike
• Skill cost: x1

Cloudfrost’s Edge might be the first weapon you get on Wuchang’s journey, but that doesn’t mean it’s completely useless. It boasts solid damage, and the Dash Strike and Blink Kick abilities are more than strong enough to tackle the first chapter.

However, once you’ve learned the fundamentals of the game, you’ll want to move on to better weapons further up the list. You probably could build around the starter sword, but you’d be leaving yourself at a disadvantage long-term.

It can be obtained after the cutscene when you exit the cave at the beginning of the story. It’s the game’s default weapon.

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Scorn Greataxe

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Combustion Cleaver
• Skill cost: x3

The Scorn Greataxe delivers the heavy swings you’d expect from its class, but it lacks the explosive payoff of the Empyrean Greataxe or the elemental flair of Cinder Dragoncoil. Its slower animations leave it more vulnerable, especially against faster bosses.

It’s still capable of dishing out big hits, but without unique utility or standout burst, it feels overshadowed.

It can be obtained in Chapter 4: Worship’s Rise in Ruins.

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Vermillion War Club

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Misty Breath
• Skill cost: x1

The Vermillion War Club is a heavy axe with a satisfying crunch, but it suffers from a limited moveset and slower recovery frames.

It can still stagger foes with raw weight, yet in practice, it feels clunky and outpaced by other axes. For most builds, it’s more of a novelty than a competitive meta option.

It can be obtained – only by those who pre-ordered the game’s DLC – through the Donation Box on the 1st floor of the Reverent Temple.

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Gunpowder Spear

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Flame Strike
• Skill cost: x1

While Flamebringer requires you to get up close and personal, the Gunpowder Spear thrives at longer range. Its base stats may seem a little underwhelming, and it lacks consistency, but by using Benedictions and unlocking weapon mastery, it soon becomes a strong early option in the game.

Flame Strike is also a fantastic Weapon Skill, pressuring enemies with rapid long-range fire attacks that give them very little time to counter, acting as the closest thing to a machine gun the game has to offer.

It can be obtained from inside a chest at the top of the first tower you see upon entering the Cloudspire Outskirts from the Snowy Passage.

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Malice Sting

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Blightful Escape
• Skill cost: x2

This spear might look dangerous on paper, but it struggles to keep pace with the meta. Its moveset feels slower and less reliable, lacking the burst potential of those in higher tiers.

It can still chip away with steady thrusts, but without standout skills or damage spikes, it ends up more niche than competitive. Malice Sting is serviceable, yet rarely the optimal spear choice.

It can be purchased from Tao Qing for 10,000 after presenting him the Shy Army Board, an item you get after defeating Eternal Glory – Zhao Yun.

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Boreal Abyss

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Icebound Escape
• Skill cost: x2

The Boreal Abyss is a one-handed sword with frost flavor, but its damage and scaling don’t measure up to the competition. Its swings feel sluggish compared to faster options.

It’s fine for thematic or elemental play, but in the current meta, it’s outclassed. Boreal Abyss is more about style than peak performance.

It can be obtained inside a chest in the hidden treasure room of the Snowfall Palace, guarded by a manifested demon.

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Eternal Sovereignty

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blade
• Skill: Fearless Cleave
• Skill cost: x1

These dual blades look incredible in action, but their performance doesn’t match the meta leaders. Their scaling and overall DPS fall short, leaving them more style than substance.

They’re still fast and flashy, so they can carry you through regular encounters, but in tougher fights, their shortcomings show.

It can be obtained by purchasing the Deluxe Edition and checking the Donation Box on the 1st floor of the Reverent Temple.

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Plumed Grace

DEXERTO

• Type: One-handed sword
• Skill: Sacrifice
• Skill cost: x0

This weapon leans on elegance and style, but its damage and utility fall far behind other picks. Its lighter swings lack the punch or synergy that make weapons like Astral Blade or Watcher’s Gaze shine.

While it can be fun for flair runs, in the current meta, it’s firmly outclassed and sits as one of the weakest options in its category.

It can be obtained after defeating Feathery Ambition – Xuanyangzi in the Forbidden Lands of the Bo Capital.

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C-tier weapons

Halberd

DEXERTO

• Type: Axe
• Skill: Mighty Blow
• Skill cost: x1

As you’d expect, the Halberd is quite heavy and slow to use. Its swings are slower than those of other spears and less impactful than the top axes, making it feel clunky and inconsistent.

On the bright side, it deals good damage when timed correctly, making Halberd a nice early partner for a Longsword or One-Handed Blade.

It can be obtained outside the exit guarded by two enemies near a bonfire in Reverent Temple or bought from Wu Gang for 1,500.

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Un-Equilibrium Blades

DEXERTO

• Type: Dual Blades
• Skill: Spinning Kick
• Skill cost: x1

Un-Equilibrium Blades are among the first Dual Blades you’ll spot, but, unfortunately, they’re not really much use. Their damage is fine enough, but is still outdone by options further up the list, and the Spinning Kick skill is decent but lacks real punch.

Plus, the default Discipline of Sudden Strike is very weak against armored foes, severely limiting how often it’s useful.

It can be obtained outside one of the houses in Shu Sanctum in Woship’s Rise or bought from Wu Gang for 1,500.

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Dragoncoil Lance

DEXERTO

• Type: Spear
• Skill: Vortex Thrust
• Skill cost: x1

The Dragoncoil Lance offers ok reach and a unique design, but it struggles to compete with the top-tier spears. Its damage and utility feel underwhelming compared to any other weapon.

It’s serviceable for players who want style and range, yet in the current meta, it’s more of a collector’s weapon than a go-to choice.

It can be obtained by purchasing the Deluxe Edition and checking the Donation Box on the 1st floor of the Reverent Temple.

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These are all of the best weapons to help you survive early on in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. For more on the game, don’t forget to check out how to block and parry, as well as how the Madness system works.