Scarlet Nexus is home to some of the best adrenaline-pumping gameplay to release this year. While the game’s Brain Map system is responsible for most of that action, Scarlet Nexus’ weapons also shine bright and offer lots of character to the game’s Brain-Punk world.
There are ten characters total you will manage in some form in Scarlet Nexus, all of them having access to their unique weapon and upgrades. To obtain the best weapons Scarlet Nexus has available. You must play through the game’s main story, collect the rare Phantom Material, and exchange it in the Shop for new and better equipment. The best weapons in the game will have a staggering 70 Damage output, and all look incredibly stylish.
10 Otori - Yuito Sumeragi
Crafted by a legendary artisan who gave his life to the trade is the Otori, this katana is designed with a phoenix motif. The phoenix motif greatly reflects Yuito due to his different characteristics, making the Otori a perfect fit.
The ultimate upgrade of the Douji Setsu Ami, the Otori requires you to access Scarlet Nexus’ post-game as the Materials needed to craft this weapon are only available after the main story is completed. The Otori will allow Yuito to excel to his true potential, allowing him to connect with his inner self.
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9 Hitori - Kasane Randall
Modeled after the Tiger Moth, the Hitori is an incredibly durable throwing knife that will annihilate anything in its path. Much like how a Tiger Moth doesn’t fear the flame, Kasane won’t fear anything with the Hitori in her hands.
The Hitori is a direct upgrade from the Mao Kai throwing knives but, once again, can only be used in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game. It is available through the Store’s Exchange system. While it requires you to start a whole new playthrough, if you originally started with Yuito, it is worth your time and effort, especially if you want an unstoppable Kasane build!
8 Kan’nen - Shiden Ritter
The Kan’nen are two gorgeous batons powered by Shiden’s Electrokinesis SAS, enabling him to maximize his damage output with the weapon. The handles of the batons are modeled after catfish due to their high sensitivity.
The Kan’nen is accessible in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game and requires you to do a specific side quest to obtain the needed Materials to upgrade his Special Guard Stick Rikugo through the Exchange system in the Store. The Kan’nen is Shiden’s ultimate weapon and draws out his true potential in battle!
7 Ayame - Arashi Spring
Rumored to be crafted by a sculptor, the Ayame is a Chainsaw that is both beautiful and swift in its design, thanks to the handle’s horse motif. The Ayame is a perfect weapon for Arashi as it looks like it got modeled after her image.
To obtain the Ayame, you must Exchange Arashi’s Innocent Rabbit Hug 6 at the Shop along with other required Materials only made available in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game and upon completing specific side quests. However, the Ayame will draw out Arashi’s deadly swiftness.
6 Houga - Kyoka Eden
Crafted by an artist who dedicated their life to creating weapons, the Houga is a crossbow designed in the image of a honey bee. Due to the honey bee’s docile nature, unless provoked, the Houga is a perfect fit for Kyoka and gives her the ability to launch a deadly attack similar to a swarm of bees.
The Houga will be available as an upgrade from Kyoka’s Buronghorn 286 crossbow, but only during Scarlet Nexus’ post-game. After completing a specific mission, you will be able to use the Store’s Exchange system to obtain the Houga, allowing Kyoka to rain chaos down on her foes.
5 Sekiei - Kagero Donne
The Sekiei also got crafted by an artist who dedicated their life to creating weapons. The Sekiei is a single dagger designed after a lizard due to its quick yet silent moves to sneak up on prey, reflecting Kagero’s Invisibility SAS and how he approaches combat situations.
Exchanged in the shop for Kagero’s Invisible Dancer v6, the Sekiei will be available upon completing a specific side quest in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game. The Sekiei is a beautiful blade that will only enhance Kagero’s ability to take out enemies swiftly and quietly.
4 Kaen - Hanabi Ichijo
Designed in the image of the monkey, and after those who fight bravely for their friend, is the Kaen. The Kaen is a beautiful Torch engraved with monkeys and is a perfect fit for the Pyrokinetic Hanabi, who will always defend those she loves.
Upgraded from Kaen’s Prometheus Torch Type 6, the Kaen is only obtainable in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game after doing a specific side-quest related to Hanabi. The Kaen is Hanabi’s ultimate weapon, enabling the character to give it her all in battle to protect her friends and loved ones.
3 Enmu - Tsugumi Nazar
Crafted by an artisan shrouded in mystery is the gun known as Enmu. The Enmu was designed with a swallow motif, which only those with equally impressive vision as the swallow could draw out the gun’s true potential. Luckily, Tsugumi fits the requirements necessary to make the Enmu shine.
Exchanging Tsugumi’s Lily Bell M20-6 and other materials in the Shop will get you the Enmu. However, like the other best weapons in this JRPG, you must be in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game and have to complete a side-quest first. Tsugumi’s excellence in Clairvoyance brings the Enmu to life and allows her to use it as intended.
2 Kiseki - Gemma Garrison
Crafted by a wunderkind artisan who, unfortunately, passed early, the Kiseki gloves were fitted with a turtle motif to represent their durability. This applies to Garrison’s approach to situations and encounters.
After completing a certain side-quest, you will be able to Exchange Garrison’s Gou Musou Land Type gloves for the Kiseki. The Kiseki allows Garrison to embrace his sturdy approach to general conflicts and remain unbreakable during enemy encounters.
1 Shojin - Luka Travers
Rumored to be crafted by a psionic artisan is the Shojin hammer. The Shojin hammer is designed with an elephant motif, reflecting their intelligence and strength. The Shojin is a perfect fit for Luka due to his brilliant battle tactics and quick wit.
To receive the required materials to Exchange Luka’s Weight Hammer v6 for the Shojin, you must complete a distinct side quest in Scarlet Nexus’ post-game. The Shojin represents every aspect of Luka Travers and captures the genius he applies to battle perfectly.
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