The truth is, the best part of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader isn’t the politics, the profit, or even the spacefaring adventure. It’s the moment you unleash a bolter and watch enemies blow up in pieces. It’s swinging a power sword and carving through armor like it’s made of paper. It’s vaporizing heretics with a plasma gun so hot it could probably cook a steak mid-battle.
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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a fine addition to the constantly growing catalog of games set in the grim darkness of the far future.
Some weapons burn, some slice, and some just turn everything in front of you into a fine red mist. But with so many to choose from, how do you know which ones are worth wielding? That’s why we’re ranking the absolute best weapons in Rogue Trader—the kind that turn battles into massacres.
10Foehammer
Knock Enemies Off Balance
The Foehammer isn’t here to top the damage charts or turn enemies into smoldering craters, but don’t underestimate it. This one-handed weapon brings a surprising amount of versatility to the table. The Foehammer is the kind of weapon you grab when you want to keep enemies off your back without lugging around something huge and unwieldy.
The damage numbers of the Foehammer don’t exactly scream death sentence, but here’s where things get interesting: it knocks enemies back when fired at effective range. That means every shot doesn’t just do damage—it shoves enemies away, disrupting their momentum and potentially throwing them into environmental hazards or out of cover.
9Aeldari Long Rifle
A Precision Instrument
The Aeldari Long Rifle is a long-range weapon that essentially says, “I don’t need to spray and pray—I shoot once, and you drop.” It’s for players who love precision, and who want to feel like a ghost on the battlefield. Unlike your standard, boring ballistic weapons, the Aeldari Long Rifle fires a needle-thin projectile suspended in a laser beam.
This isn’t a brute-force kind of gun—it’s a precision instrument designed for picking off high-value targets with surgical efficiency. But the catch is: you need Aeldari Weapon Proficiency to wield it.
8Omnissian Axe
Power Over Finesse
If you’re facing heavily armored foes and don’t mind committing to a slow, two-handed combat style, the Omnissian Axe is a great choice. The real strength of the weapon comes from its 35% armor penetration, making it highly effective against heavily armored enemies. Many melee weapons struggle to cut through thick plating, but the Omnissian Axe ensures that a good portion of its damage goes through regardless of enemy defenses.
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The Omnissian Axe also inflicts bleeding, which can be useful for whittling down tougher opponents over time. It’s not a weapon for hit-and-run tactics or defensive playstyles. If you’re willing to trade speed for power and armor penetration, it’s a strong option.
7Toxic Flamer
Inflicts Fire Damage and Toxins
This isn’t just about setting things ablaze. No, the Toxic Flamer takes the already horrific concept of burning alive and cranks it up a few notches by bringing in some deadly toxins. Your enemies don’t just roast—they choke, blister, and disintegrate in a toxic inferno.
Even if your target somehow survives the initial blast, they’re still going to suffer from the lingering effects of the poison. No running, no hiding—just slow, inevitable doom. If you’re the kind of Rogue Trader who thinks regular fire isn’t quite horrifying enough, the Toxic Flamer is for you.
6Scorpion Sting
Parry and Deflect Melee Attacks
The Scorpion Sting is a reliable, no-nonsenseone-handed melee toolthat gets the job done. If you’re looking for something that blends offense with a bit of defense, this Drukhari-crafted blade is a solid pick. In terms of raw damage, the Scorpion Sting lands in the 20 to 23 range, which isn’t exactly earth-shattering, but it makes up for that with a 15% armor penetration. This means it’ll still put a dent in armored opponents, though it won’t carve through them like some of the heavier-hitting weapons out there.
The real appeal, however, comes from its subtle but effective combat perks. First off, it gives you a +10% boost to Parry, which makes a big difference in melee fights where every dodge and deflection matters. That little extra edge could be the difference between staying on your feet or getting shredded by an enemy counterattack. And if you manage to land a hit, it also lowers your enemy’s weapon skill by 10, making them noticeably worse at hitting back.
5Desolation Blast Pistol
Single-Handed Pistol That Tears Through Armor with Ease
The Desolation Blast Pistol is so ridiculously overpowered that it makes other sidearms look like glorified squirt guns. It fires searing-hot thermal blasts that don’t just hit their target, they melt straight through armor like a hot knife through butter.
Of course, this kind of firepower isn’t handed out to just anyone. You’ll need Aeldari or Drukhari weapon proficiency to handle it properly. Once in hand, you’re not just participating in battles; you’re dictating their outcomes. Enemies that once posed a threat will find themselves outmatched, their armor useless against the relentless onslaught of the Desolation Blast Pistol.
4Elite Blast Pistol
Perfect for Piercing Through Multiple Enemies in a Straight Line
The Elite Blast Pistol fires superheated beams of death, delivering a devastating 26-40 damage per shot. It punches straight through armors like they are made of paper. And because overkill is the Drukhari way, this pistol pierces through multiple targets in a straight line. So if a squad of enemies was dumb enough to stand too close together? Well, oops.
The Elite Blast Pistol is a bit more damaging than the Desolation Blast Pistol, and if you’re looking to maximize damage against multiple foes, the Elite Blast Pistol has you covered.
3Righteous Justice
Hardest Hitting Two-Handed Sword
Righteous Justice is atwo-handed melee weaponthat hits like a meteor. We’re talking 36 to 56 damage, with 20% armor penetration, which means if an enemy thinks their fancy power armor will save them, they’re about to have a very bad day. But here’s where it gets spicy—this isn’t just a big, sharp object.
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Righteous Justice feeds off your Conviction - Dogmatic rank, meaning the stronger your faith, the deadlier the blade. To get your hands on the Righteous Justice, you’ll need to be in deep with the Drusians (Level 19 deep, to be exact).
2Dark Lance
Best Two-Handed Laser Weapon for Destroying Armor
The Dark Lance doesn’t shoot ordinary energy—it unleashes a stream of dark matter that doesn’t just hit its target. It consumes it. Erases it. Leaves behind nothing but a cruel echo of what once stood there. Once the Dark Lance is yours, the battlefield changes. Suddenly, tanks, dreadnoughts, and power-armored nightmares aren’t threats—they’re targets.
Its thermal damage output makes a mockery of reinforced plating, and though it’s a single-shot weapon, that’s all it needs. One shot. One kill. No wasted effort. No mercy. It doesn’t care if you’re wrapped in ceramite or hiding behind a fortress wall. If you’re in the crosshairs, you’re already dead.
1Gloomrifle
One of the Best Two-Handed Rifles for Dealing Damage and Penetrating Armor
What makes the Gloomrifle so special is the devastating punch it packs, dishing out anywhere between 42-65 damage per shot. That alone would make most enemies take a step back, but here’s where things get really nasty—it comes with a 40% armor penetration rate. That means if you’re up against foes covered in enough metal to make a tank jealous, the Gloomrifle doesn’t care. It’s cutting right through it like a hot knife through butter.
Most weapons lose some of their damage if they hit an enemy too hard, right? Not this one. If the shot overpenetrates, all that excess damage still gets applied at full power. Of course, there’s a catch—this weapon isn’t for just anyone. If you’re rocking Adeptus Astartes, Drukhari, or Aeldari gear, you’re out of luck.
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