Summary
- Invest in the Akaviri Katana for decent damage and lighter weight, perfect for enchanting with elemental damage.
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Enchant the
Akaviri Dai-Katana
for high damage and reach, ideal for Disintegrate Armor enchantments.
- Consider picking the Daedric Warhammer for highest damage output, ideal for enchanting with Drain Fatigue and Health.
Enchanting your weapons in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered can be quite tricky and costly. So, players need to be careful what they invest their soul gems and Gold in. Some enchantments are worth every coin invested in them, but are the weapons where they are applied the right ones to make the most out of their powerful effects?
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This list spotlights the best Weapons to enchant in Oblivion Remastered, taking into consideration their durability, damage, weight, and how effective they become once enchanted.
1 Akaviri Katana
The Most Iconic Weapon In The Game
- Weight: 20
- Attack: 14
- Durability: 200
The Akaviri Katana can be obtained once the players finish the first section of the Main Quest and travel from Weynon Priory to Cloud Ruler Temple, the base of operations of the Blades. If players pledge their allegiance to the order, they will be able to acquire an Akaviri Katana right away. A leveled version of the blade will respawn every few days inside Cloud Ruler Temple's Armory.
Why should players invest in this beautiful and iconic weapon? Because it has decent damage output without being so heavy (unlike most end-game Daedric weapons which are tremendously encumbering) and plus it looks awesome. Though its animation speed makes it look like one of the fastest one-handed weapons in the game, it has the same base attack speed than other weapons of this category. If players want to enchant it with elemental damage, they should be prepared to get lots of Greater Soul Gems (or the Azura's Star).
2 Akaviri Dai-Katana
A Two-Handed Katana With High Damage And Lots Of Reach
- Weight: 24
- Attack: 16
- Durability: 240
The Akaviri Dai-Katana is the two-handed version of the Blades iconic weapon, and can be obtained in the same place as the level Akaviri Katana (inside Cloud Ruler Temple's armory). Players have dozens of good options to enchant this weapon with the strongest magic, with Disintegrate Armor (and Weapon) being one of the finest choices.
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This enchantment, paired with the Dai-Katana's high damage and reach, makes it one of the finest weapons. Its durability is not so good (sitting at 250, which is average for a two-handed blade), but it compensates with one of the coolest attack animations in the game.
3 Daedric Bow
The Best Bow To Enchant
- Weight: 22
- Attack: 21
- Durability: 420
If players are looking for the most powerful bow in the game, then the 
Daedric Bow should be their primary choice. With a whooping 21 points of damage, this is the strongest base weapon players will find, that can be enchanted with some of the most vicious enchantments like Drain Speed.
Of course, players should invest in putting elemental damage (Frost, Shock, Fire) on equal parts, as well as Soul Trap for the same duration of the elemental effects, into their Daedric Bows. That way, they can cause high amounts of damage and receive some chargeback as they kill their enemies. It is highly recommended that they have the Azura's Star re-usable Soul Gem to make it even more efficient.
4 Daedric Warhammer
The Highest Damage Output Of All Two-Handed Weapons
- Weight: 93
- Attack: 28
- Durability: 784
With a destructive base damage of 28 (at level 20 when they start dropping from enemies) the Daedric Warhammer stands as one of the strongest weapons in the game. Though it is slow in comparison to other Two-Handed weapons, it fairly compensates with its destructive force, capable of subduing the most vicious enemies in Cyrodiil, Oblivion, or the Shivering Isles.
Enchanting this massive weapon with Disintegrate Armor and Drain Fatigue is the way to go for prolonged battles and tanky builds. But, if players want to go full berserk, they should add Drain Health, and Drain Speed to the mix, so they can become unstoppable as they cripple their foes.
5 Daedric Claymore
Combines High Damage With The Best Properties Of Blade Weapons
- Weight: 62
- Attack: 26
- Durability: 728
With the highest damages of all bladed weapons, the Daedric Claymore is the go-to option for every players seeking to enchant a Blade two-handed weapon with lots of hurt potential. It has plenty of durability (700+) and an average weight of 62, which is a lot but not as much as other Daedric two-handed weapons.
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The best possible enchantment for this weapon is a mix of the three main Elemental Damage types and Soul trap, just like the Daedric Bow. If players are looking to cause tons of hurt with a build that pairs well with a two-handed blade, these enchantments will do the trick.
6 Daedric Shortsword
Fast And Deadly, Ideal For Rogues
- Weight: 22
- Attack: 21
- Durability: 508
The Daedric Shortsword, which starts popping around when players hit level 18-19, will be one of the first Daedric Weapons players will get for their arsenal. The definitive version (leveled) of this blade can reach a decent 21 points of damage, which is quite high for a weapon designed for nimbler, stealthy classes like the Rogue or the Witchhunter.
Enchanting this beauty with Drain Health, Drain Speed, and Soul Trap will guarantee players the ultimate deterrent against rushing two-handed enemies. They can also enchant it with Drain Heavy Armor or Disintegrate Armor, to cause an even stronger anti-tank effect.
7 Daedric War Axe
Ideal For Weapon And Shield Builds
- Weight: 40
- Attack: 22
- Durability: 616
The Daedric War Axe is a powerful One-Handed Weapon that is considered part of the Blunt category, so it counts as a 'Mace' though it is clearly an axe. Nevertheless, that doesn't make it any less useful for the tankiest shield and weapon builds that greatly benefit from having a good one-handed weapon that can reduce the opponent's speed and armor.
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On that note, enchanting this weapon with Drain Speed and Drain Fatigue is the optimal choice for players looking to slow down their opponents just enough to connect a powerful Shield Bash on them.
8 Daedric Battleaxe
A Lighter Version Of The Warhammer, A Little Bit Faster
- Weight: 76
- Attack: 26
- Durability: 728
Though Inferior to the Warhammer in damage, the Daedric Battleaxe is lighter and faster, and can cause tons of hurt if players include it in their heavy armor bruiser builds. Crusaders, Knights, and Barbarians can wield this weapon with extreme efficiency, sowing terror in the hearts of their enemies.
Enchanting it with triple elemental damage for maximum output or Drain effects are both good choices, though quite expensive. Most enchantments need to be well balanced (duration/damage), otherwise they will consume tons of charges in only one hit, and cost tons of Gold to the player.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
- Released
- April 22, 2025
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Sexual Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action, RPG, Open-World, Adventure
