The Axe works for its simplicity, probably the best starting weapon in the game. It's very different holding off monsters in the real game than in this safe arena area.įortunately, we tried them all out ourselves against some regular enemies and some bosses, and while no weapon is truly better than any other, there are two we'd recommend to beginners: the Axe and the Tonfas. | Joel Franey, USgamer, Koei Tecmo Games/Team Ninja/Sony Interactive Entertainment Best Weapons for Beginners: Which Should You Choose at the Start?įortunately Nioh 2 allows you to try out all the weapons in the tutorial and experiment with them a little before moving on, though you don't really get a sense from this open space of how they'll handle in the frenzy of combat.
Pick out your two preferred weapons at this very giving tree. For example, a Spear is not only tied to your constitution stat, you'll get a +1 to constitution while you have one equipped. It's also important to remember that you'll get a +1 to whatever stat your carried weapon is primarily tied to. Still, history has proven time and time again that three feet of serrated steel, used properly, doesn't really need extra powers to be effective. The versions you'll be given in the tutorial are basic versions of that weapon, with no buffs, enchantments or special powers. We've outlined all the types below, as well as how their effects are increased by certain skills. There are nine main weapon types, each one of which you can pick up and try out safely in the game's introductory tutorial (this doesn't include ranged weapons like bows or rifles).