The Best Early Weapons in Solo Leveling: Arise

Solo Leveling: Arise incorporates a Gacha mechanic for distributing new weapons to players, introducing an element of RNG to the weapon acquisition process. However, players are keen to discern which of the early magical demon-slaying weapons are truly worth investing in — and which ones are better off salvaged. This guide delves into the five best weapons for beginner players in Solo Leveling: Arise, elucidating the key criteria that hold significance when selecting weaponry for Sung Jinwoo and his Hunters.

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The Best Early-Game Weapons in Solo Leveling: Arise

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For novice players seeking weapons with a balanced blend of range, speed, and power, the Lustrous Dragon Sword, Naga Guardian Dragon's Trident, Black Hawk, Radiru Family's Longbow, and Orb of Avarice are the top choices. These items not only offer impressive performance, but are also relatively easy to obtain. Most players unlock them before reaching Chapter 8.

Lustrous Dragon Sword

As a Light-type sword, the Lustrous Dragon Sword boasts impressive base damage against all enemies. However, its true strength lies in its ability to focus on a particular monster, stunning it with its electrical rays. What renders the Lustrous Dragon Sword a dependable early-game weapon is its distinctive effect: Energy of the Light Dragon. When the wielder's HP is above a certain threshold, it enhances their base Attack Damage by 8%.

Element	Light
Effect	Energy of the Light Dragon
Rarity	SR

Naga Guardian Dragon's Trident

As a mid-range weapon, the Naga Guardian Dragon’s Trident proves highly effective for clearing low-ranked Gates. Its unique effect grants the Trident a 7 5% chance of generating Water explosions in front of the enemy, briefly impeding their movement.

Element	Water
Effect	Water Explosion (Additional Damage)
Rarity	SR

Black Hawk

Black Hawk is a favorable early-game companion for two primary reasons: its rapidness and its exceptional attack animation, considered among the finest in the game. Moreover, Black Hawk facilitates a distinctive Quick-Time Event (QTE) triggered by Extreme Evasions, providing the player with a temporary 7% Attack buff.

Element	Dark
Effect	Hunting (Attack Buff)
Rarity	SR

Radiru Family's Longbow

Ranked among the best long-range weapons in Solo Leveling: Arise, the Radiru Family’s Longbow proves invaluable across numerous chapters. It stands out as one of the few bows in the game deserving of weapon upgrades, and seamlessly complements a variety of close- and mid-range options. What distinguishes this Longbow is its inclusion of a 4% Attack buff, which accumulates up to 20 times, resulting in an impressive 80% additional damage.

Element	Light
Effect	Flash of Light (Attack Buff)
Rarity	SR

Orb of Avarice

With its signature attack, Purgatory, the Orb of Avarice is a formidable contender that can readily substitute most SR weapons for Sung Jinwoo. Upon activation, Purgatory triggers multiple explosions from the Orb of Avarice, causing nearby enemies to be knocked back and stunned for a brief duration. Moreover, the Orb of Avarice is hailed as the optimal companion weapon for the Demonic Plum Flower Sword, widely regarded as the strongest weapon in the game.

Element	Fire
Effect	Purgatory (Fire Explosions)
Rarity	SR

How to Pick the Best Weapon in Solo Leveling: Arise

Sung Jinwoo With A Blessing Stone Equipped

When selecting Jinwoo's best weapons, consider three crucial factors: Skills, Effects, and Advancements. Choose weapons with skills that complement Jinwoo's current build. Prioritize weapons featuring essential Effects, such as ATK buff. Additionally, carefully examine each weapon's Advancement changes and opt for the one that provides the greatest value per Dupe investment.

Each time the player fuses a weapon's Dupes, they advance that weapon, unlocking new capabilities and enhancing base stats.

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