With twelve martial-arts weapon sets available at global launch, Where Winds Meet offers a combat system that caters to every type of player. Each weapon brings its own rhythm, strengths, and learning curve, so understanding what each one does will help you decide which style fits you best before investing upgrade materials. This guide breaks down every weapon individually, focusing on how each one plays and what kind of player will enjoy it. Also check out our Where Wind Meets Beginner Guide for those interested!
1. Nameless Sword
A straightforward melee weapon built around clean combos and ranged pressure.
- Light attacks are simple, fast, and easy to control.
- Charged heavy releases long-range sword waves that scale with charge time.
- Good for players who want a balanced, reliable weapon with safe mobility tools.
Best for: Beginners, all-rounders, players who want a simple but effective kit.
2. Nameless Spear
A spear with powerful posture damage and strong control options.
- Multi-hit stab combos with a heavy finisher that interrupts most enemies.
- Charged heavy creates a rapid spinning attack that makes you immune to projectiles.
- Has a built-in stun and thrust options that help control fights.
Best for: Players who enjoy fast thrusts, long reach, and consistent stagger.
3. Strategic Sword
A bleed-oriented weapon focused on stacking damage-over-time.
- Charged attacks apply multiple bleed stacks in quick bursts.
- Spinning techniques help build large amounts of bleeding on several enemies.
- Designed around detonation windows for burst damage.
Best for: Players who enjoy DOT builds and planned burst cycles.
4. Heavenquaker Spear
A heavy-hitting spear that relies on multi-hit thrusts and offensive buffs.
- Charged attacks deal many rapid hits and grant CC immunity.
- Skills grant stacking damage buffs based on how many attacks land.
- Ideal for players who want constant offense and strong scaling.
Best for: Aggressive players who focus on ramping damage.
5. Thunder Cry Blade
A slow but extremely powerful greatblade that focuses on survivability and heavy strikes.
- Basic swings flatten enemies but require timing.
- Charged heavies hit extremely hard and benefit from positioning.
- Offers a strong personal shield that helps with tanking.
Best for: Players who like slow, crushing attacks and defensive durability.
6. Stormbreaker Spear
A tank-leaning spear built around taunts, posture control, and charged attack buffs.
- Charged thrusts build a Drum Beat buff that increases heavy damage.
- Can force enemies to target you, reducing their damage output.
- Jump attacks apply vulnerability debuffs for team utility.
Best for: Tanks or players who want to control enemy attention.
7. Panacea Fan
A pure support tool focused on healing and regeneration.
- Light attacks deal small damage but generate healing resources.
- Heavy attacks restore HP to you or teammates.
- Skills create healing zones or revives fallen allies.
Best for: Support-focused players and group content enjoyers.
8. Soulshade Umbrella
A mid-range weapon offering utility, healing, and ranged pokes.
- Light projectiles interrupt enemies safely from afar.
- Heavy spins extend exhaustion time on enemies.
- Provides team buffs like healing and damage increase.
Best for: Players who want a mix of support and safe mid-range utility.
9. Infernal Twin Blades
A fast, aggressive weapon with a unique “demon mode” transformation.
- Builds up a Wrath meter through quick attacks.
- When full, triggers a powered-up state with lifesteal and boosted stats.
- Airborne finishers and rapid combos encourage nonstop offense.
Best for: High-speed action players who enjoy high DPS and mobility.
10. Immortal Rope Dart
A flexible mid-range weapon with pulls, slams, and multi-hit swings.
- Can drag enemies toward you or yank yourself into enemies.
- Heavy attacks vary depending on direction and timing.
- Special summons deal extra hits alongside your melee attacks.
Best for: Players who like crowd control, repositioning, and flashy plays.
11. Inkwell Fan
A high-skill launcher weapon focused on aerial combat and movement.
- Charged wind attacks launch enemies into the air.
- Follow-ups track airborne targets for multi-hit juggle strings.
- Defensive tools help block ranged attacks.
Best for: Players who enjoy air juggles and stylish combo control.
12. Vernal Umbrella
A technical weapon with aerial float moves, dagger throws, and multi-form heavy attacks.
- Charged light keeps you airborne while throwing daggers.
- Heavy attacks have several variants depending on movement direction.
- Blossom stacks enable sustained damage when released.
Best for: Acrobatic players who like layered combos and freeform movement.
Weapon Tier List Overall Performance
S Tier – Best & Most Effective in All Content
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Nameless Sword
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Nameless Spear
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Infernal Twin Blades
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Immortal Rope Dart
A Tier – High Damage or High Value, Slightly Situational
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Strategic Sword
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Heavenquaker Spear
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Thunder Cry Blade (Molade)
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Stormbreaker Spear
B Tier – Strong Support & Defensive Tools
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Panacea Fan
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Soulshade Umbrella
C Tier – High Skill, Niche, but Very Powerful When Mastered
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Inkwell Fan
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Vernal Umbrella
Every weapon in Where Winds Meet is designed to support a different combat identity, whether you prefer fast DPS, defensive tanking, healing support, or technical aerial styles. Since upgrading requires long-term investment, the best approach during early levels is to try each weapon and see which rhythm feels most natural. Once you find the one that matches your playstyle, the rest of the journey becomes much smoother. If you want a tier list or recommendations for which weapon to main, feel free to ask.