Sure you could grab whatever rusty sword or basic pistol you find lying around, but why settle for mediocre and make yourAvowedjourney tougher when you can wield a truly powerful weapon? Avowed is packed with killer weapons, each with its own unique abilities, backstory and combat style. Some let you shred through armor like it’s paper, others stun enemies into submission and a few are so ridiculously overpowered, you’ll feel like you’re cheating.
Whether you prefer swords that channel raw power, pistols with pinpoint accuracy or grimoires that unleash devastating spells, there’s something here for you in Avowed. So if you’re looking for the ultimate blade, firearm, or bow to carry into battle, you’re in the right place.
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A traditional RPG with a lot of charm, Obsidian Entertainment continues to impress with Avowed.
10Fair Play
Unassuming Pistol that Gets the Job Done
While many Avowed players may say The Dissapointer is better than Fair Play pistol, the latter deals more damage. This pistol is perfect for quick, tactical plays, letting you control the battlefield with style. It’s not about overwhelming power – it’s designed for players who love hitting their target exactly when and how they want, rather than just spraying bullets and hoping for the best.
If you’re the kind of player who thinks three steps ahead and enjoys watching enemies drop dead, this is the gun for you. To get your hands on Fair Play, you’ll need to visit Thirdborn in the Shatterscarp region, where the merchant Kampeki has it for sale.
9Giant’s Slumber
Perfect for Dealing with Vessels
At first, I thought the Giant’s Slumber was just some fancy stick you poke enemies with. But it’s got the reach, power and sheer brutality to make it one of the best spears in the game. If you want to stop an enemy dead in their tracks, leaving them wide open for more punishment, the Giant’s Slumber comes in handy.
Land a charged attack and watch your foes stagger like they just walked into a brick wall. Against fast, aggressive enemies, this is a game-changer. They can’t hit you if they’re too busy trying to remember where their feet are. But wait – there’s more. This spear hates undead freaks with a passion. Thanks to its Vessel Slaying enchantment, you deal 20% more damage to Vessels, those creepy skeletal enemies that refuse to stay dead.
8Ancient Alacrity
Slows Enemies Down and Boosts Your Speed
If there’s any bow you need to get your hands on, it’s Ancient Alacrity. Every time you hit an enemy, they slow down by 15% for five seconds. That means whether you’re fighting fast-moving enemies, rampaging beasts or just some poor fool trying to close the distance, they’re suddenly moving like they’re stuck in knee-deep mud.
You, on the other hand? You’re lightning-fast. Because here’s the kicker – Ancient Alacrity’s second enchantment, Parting Shot, boosts your movement speed by 20% every time you land a power attack. So while your enemies are dragging their feet, you’re dancing around them, sinking arrows into their chests.
7Magic Mistol
Precision and Power
Why choose between precision and power when you can have both? The Magic Mistol is designed to ensure your shots find their mark, even if your aim is a bit…off. What makes the Magic Mistol so ridiculous in combat is its Foe-Seeker enchantment. This means your shots curve toward enemies, turning near-misses into direct hits. And if that wasn’t enough, the Infused Shot enchantment stuns enemies with power attacks, leaving them wide open for more punishment. So not only does this gun make sure you hit your target – it makes them regret getting shot even more.
If you want to pick up this pistol, you’ll need to head to Ekidan Workshop in Galawain’s Tusks, northwest of the Slumbering Fields. Once inside, take a leap of faith down, turn right and you’ll see a breakable wooden wall. Smash through it and you’ll find a hidden room with a chest containing your new favorite pistol.
6Beothel’s Grimoire
Life-Stealing Magic, Arcane Shields and a Blizzard That Freezes Everything in Sight
If you want to drain your enemies dry, shield yourself like an unbreakable arcane fortress and call down devastating storms, the Beothel’s Grimoire spellbook is just a merchant away. The spells in this grimoire are lethal. Corrosive Siphon lets you suck the life force right out of your enemies, healing yourself while they wither away. Arcane Veil is like an invisible magic force field that lets you take hits without feeling a thing. And then there’s Blizzard, which is exactly what it sounds like – a devastating magical storm that slows and shreds everything in its path.
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Getting your hands on Beothel’s Grimoire is laughably easy. No big boss fights. No cryptic riddles. No “walk through fire and retrieve it from the depths of a forbidden tomb” nonsense. Just head to the Market District of Paradis City in Dawnshore, find a merchant named Merylin and buy it. That’s it.
5Whisper of Exiles
All About Frost Damage
If you want to freeze enemies in their tracks while looking effortlessly cool, then Whisper of Exiles is the wand you need in your arsenal. It fires rapid, homing frost projectiles that seek out enemies like they owe you money. No need to worry about pinpoint accuracy – just aim in the general direction and let the magic do the work.
Whisper of Exiles is perfect for mid-range combat, allowing you to stay mobile, keep your distance and still deal devastating damage. And because it specializes in ice attacks, you’ll be slowing enemies down and controlling the fight. Of course, no weapon is perfect, and the Whisper of Exiles does have a small drawback – it’s not great for blocking. Like most wands, it’s more about offense than defense.
4Horsecutter
Stun, Slice and Make Enemies Regret Ever Crossing You
If you’re the kind of warrior who likes to hit hard and leave enemies reeling, then let me introduce you toHorsecutter. What makes Horsecutter such a beast? Two words: Horsecutting Strokes. Yeah, that’s the actual name of its enchantment, and it’s just as vicious as it sounds. Every time you complete a full combo, you don’t just deal damage – you leave your enemy stunned. And I don’t mean a little dazed – I mean staring off into the void, questioning their life choices and completely vulnerable to your next attack.
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Horsecutter isn’t just about slicing enemies into oblivion – it also makes them bleed out. Thanks to its Bleeding Lash enchantment, every hit stacks an additional 10% bleed damage, which means even if they manage to survive your swings, they’re still losing health over time.
3Aurochs-Skin Grimoire
The Best Frost Mage Grimoire
First off, the Aurochs-Skin Grimoire is already Superb when you find it, meaning you don’t have to do a ton of upgrading just to make it useful. But if you do level it up to Legendary, you’ll get jaw-dropping benefits – like a 72% reduction in ability cost and a 55% reduction in cooldown times. This means you can sling spells like there’s no tomorrow without worrying about running out of juice.
The Aurochs-Skin Grimoire slaps in combat because it boasts some of the most devastatingwizard spellsin the game. With Blast of Frost, you can spray a freezing cone that chills enemies and builds up Frost Accumulation. You can obtain thisunique weaponwhile completing the “Face Your Fears” main quest. You’ll end up in Ryngrim’s Domain in Shatterscarp. Beat Ryngrim, then check out the northern wall in his room. There’s a sneaky little bookshelf with a hidden switch – press it, and boom, secret room unlocked. Inside, sitting pretty on an altar, is your brand-new frost-powered doom book.
2Drawn in Winter
Freezes, Stuns and Deals Heavy Damage
If you want to crush your enemies with sheer brute force while making them shiver in fear—literally—then Drawn in Winter is the axe for you. This frosty one-handed powerhouse isn’t just about hacking and slashing; it freezes, stuns and wrecks anything in its path.
This beast starts with 54 base physical damage and a whopping 56 stun, which means most enemies won’t just take a hit – they’ll feel it in their soul. And that’s before we even get into its frost enchantments. Every time you land a power attack, Rising Chill activates, sending out a freezing aura that builds up frost accumulation around you.
1The Philosopher’s Riddle
Rewards Aggressive Play by Making You Faster and Deadlier the Longer You Fight
The Philosopher’s Riddle is for those who love hitting hard, poisoning enemies and getting faster as the fight goes on. The Aggressive Debate enchantment is what makes this greatsword special. Land a full combo and instantly your attack speed jumps up by 15% for the next 10 seconds. That means more hits, faster kills and a serious advantage when facing down enemies who thought they could keep up with you.
But wait, it gets better. The Poison Lash enchantment adds 10% poison damage to every hit, turning every slash into a slow, painful nightmare for your enemies. Now, how do you get your hands on this masterpiece of destruction? Head over to Castol’s Folly in Dawnshore. If you’re the kind of player who likes to explore off the beaten path, you’re in luck. Look for a way to climb up the southeastern cliffs near some old ruins, and there, stuck in the ground like it’s Excalibur waiting for a worthy wielder, you’ll find The Philosopher’s Riddle. Just be ready for a fight, because you’re not the only one who wants it.
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