Welcome to the most comprehensive Archived Weapons Guide available for Roblox players! Whether you’re a beginner just starting your journey or a seasoned veteran looking to optimize your arsenal, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about weapons in Archived. I’ve spent countless hours researching, testing, and compiling information from the most reliable sources to bring you this ultimate resource.
Archived is a hardcore RPG experience on Roblox inspired by Project Moon’s works (Lobotomy Corporation, Library of Ruina, and Limbus Company). Weapons serve as your primary tools for combat, each with unique characteristics, requirements, and synergies. The game features over 50 different weapons that can be obtained through various methods including drops, crafting, contracts, and dungeon rewards.
| Category | Description | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Damage Type | Basic weapons available to all players | Slash, Pierce, Blunt weapons |
| Association | Faction-specific weapons for lawful organizations | Hana, Liu, Seven, Dieci, Zwei, Shi, Cinq, Tres |
| Syndicate | Criminal organization weapons with unique effects | Thumb, Middle, Ring, Index, Kurokumo, Blade Lineage |
| Race-Specific | Weapons that boost racial passives | Bloodfiend weapons |
| Special Types | Unique weapons with special requirements | Guns, E.G.O Weapons |
Based on extensive testing and community feedback, here’s the most up-to-date weapons tier list for Archived. This ranking considers damage output, versatility, scaling potential, and overall effectiveness in both PvE and PvP scenarios.
These weapons are arguably the best in the game, representing the top picks within their respective grades. If you manage to obtain any of these, they’ll serve you well throughout your journey.
| Weapon | Pros & Cons | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Reaper’s Blade | + Wide cleave for crowd control<br>+ High burst potential on punished openings<br>+ Can inflict debuffs | AoE combat, boss fights |
| Solemn Lament Pistols | + Strong ranged pressure with safe spacing<br>+ Reliable stagger buildup from distance<br>+ Excellent mobility for hit-and-run | Ranged combat, kiting |
| Thundering Pole | + Long reach and poke control<br>+ Consistent guard-break pressure<br>+ Tons of strong debuffs in combo | Control, defensive play |
| Nine Children of the Dragon | + Fast combo strings with strong DPS<br>+ Great mobility and dashes in combo<br>+ Can inflict debuff | Aggressive playstyle |
| Dimension Shredder | + Hybrid damage profile that bypasses defenses<br>+ Powerful stuns after successful combos<br>+ Can inflict strong debuffs | High-level content |
| Blade Lineage Chokuto | + Lightning-quick slashes for sustained DPS<br>+ Small parry/counter timing windows<br>+ One of the best Grade 1 Blades | Speed-focused builds |
| Ranga Workshop | + Versatile skillset fits multiple builds<br>+ Efficient scaling across stat spreads<br>+ Consistent performance in most game modes | All-around gameplay |
| Durandal | + Balanced offense/defense with good AoE<br>+ Strong defense break on charged hits<br>+ Very high DPS compensated for slow ATK SPD | Tanky builds |
| Stigma Workshop Sword | + Quick moveset ideal for fast fights<br>+ Early advantage without heavy investment<br>+ Can inflict debuffs consistently | Early to mid-game |
| Advanced Zweihander | + Massive impact and AoE damage<br>+ Wide arcs for multi-target control<br>+ High payoff on trading hits because of high DPS | Crowd control |
These weapons are excellent choices that perform well in most situations. They might not be as overwhelmingly powerful as S-tier weapons, but they’re reliable and effective.
| Weapon | Pros & Cons | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Ecstacy | + Balanced moveset with reliable hit rate<br>+ Great pick for mid to late game modes<br>+ Can inflict debuffs on landing hits | Balanced gameplay |
| Smile Hammer | + High DMG and defense break capabilities<br>+ Good AoE with crowd control<br>+ Excellent payoff on charged hits | Burst damage |
| Beak Bat | + Fast swing speed for safe pokes<br>+ Low stamina cost per hit<br>+ Consistent defense break buildup | Quick strikes |
| Scythe Of Mimicry | + Long reach with sweeping control<br>+ Strong combo moveset, if you can land a successful hit<br>+ Can inflict DoT debuffs | Status effect builds |
| Flaring Brand | + Sustained chip DMG on guards<br>+ Stable defense break potential<br>+ Can inflict Burn debuff on successful hits | DoT strategies |
| Fell Bullet Rifle | + Strong long-range DMG<br>+ Reliable defense penetration from distance<br>+ Great for kiting and repositioning | Sniping, ranged combat |
| Blind Obsession Anchor | + Heavy impact with guardbreak<br>+ Get Hyperarmor buff on combo swings<br>+ Good CC and has some AoE | Tank builds |
| The Crying Children | + Multi-hit strings for sustained DPS<br>+ Good AoE and easy to poke enemies<br>+ Can inflict multiple debuffs | Crowd control |
| Reverberation Scythe | + Excellent crowd control<br>+ Strong DPS and combo skillset<br>+ Good chance to inflict debuffs on successful hits | Area denial |
| Unsealed Hardblood Lance | + Exceptional thrust range<br>+ Strong counter-poke<br>+ Consistent guard break damage on hits | Defensive play |
These weapons are decent options that can perform well in the right hands or specific situations. They might have some drawbacks but are still viable for progression.
| Weapon | Pros & Cons | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Libe & Hessen | + Fast chain attacks for sustained DPS<br>+ Good mobility for repositioning<br>- Very weak in close range | Hit-and-run tactics |
| Frost Glaive | + Long reach with reliable crowd control<br>+ Consistent guard break on pokes<br>- Noticeable charge time on key skills | Ranged combat |
| Mimicry Blade | + Flexible combo skills<br>+ Can inflict debuff for DoT<br>- Requires precise timing to get hits | Technical players |
| Lamp | + Decent AoE and CC on basic attack<br>+ Can inflict burn debuff on targets<br>- Low overall DPS without other skills | Status effect builds |
| Farmwatch Scythe | + Wide sweeps can inflict CC<br>+ Great combo started on basic attack<br>- Vulnerable if you miss the basic attack | Beginner-friendly |
| Regret Hammer | + Heavy impact with strong guard break<br>+ High payoff on counter-hits<br>- Slow swings can be evaded easily | Punish builds |
These weapons are generally weaker or more situational. C-tier weapons can be viable in specific builds or situations, while D-tier weapons are typically beginner weapons or weaker picks within their grade.
Notable C-tier weapons include: Sunshower Umbrella, Smiling Mass, Sanguine Desire Greataxe, Red Eyes Blade, Blooming Staff, R Corp. Staff, R Corp. Hammer, Yesterday’s Promise, Great Hardblood Scissorblades, Hardblood Gauntlets, Hardblood Claws, Kurokumo Gilded Katana, Blade Lineage Katana, Rosespanner Hammer, Rosespanner Crusher, Dieci Association Key, Shi Association Katana, Zwei Association Greatsword, Family Heir’s Sabre, WARP Corp. Odachi
D-tier weapons are typically starter weapons like: Roseate Desire, 4th Match Blade, Rabbit Rifle, Hardblood Scissorblades, Hardblood Whip, Hardblood Staff, Hardblood Polearm, Hardblood Blade, Soldato Rifle, Kurokumo Katana, Dieci Association Kata, Seven Association Longsword, Liu Martial Arts, Liu Guan Dao, Dagger
Crafting, known as Assemble Weapons, is a valuable skill in Archived that allows you to create some of the best weapons in the game. Here’s everything you need to know about unlocking crafting and the recipes available.
To unlock the Assemble Weapons skill, you must complete a 5-part quest from YuRia, the Workshop Master, and join the Tres Association. Here’s the complete questline:
Once completed, the Assemble Weapon skill gets added to your inventory, and you can access it anytime to see all craftable weapons and their recipes. You can craft weapons without needing a crafting station, as long as you have the required ingredients.
Here are all the available crafting recipes in Archived:
| Weapon | Crafting Recipe | Grade Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Allas Workshop | 1x Allas Lance, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Heavy Handle, 1x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Atelier Logic | 1x Atelier Gun Frame, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Gun Parts, 1x Heavy Handle, 1x Scrap Metal, 2x Gears, 3x Wiring | 1 |
| Crystal Atelier | 1x Dual Handle, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Gears, 2x Scrap Metal, 2x Crystal Atelier Blade | 1 |
| Dagger | 1x Book, 1x Low Quality Blade, 1x Makeshift Handle, 1x Wiring, 2x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Durandal | 1x Durandal Blade, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Handle, 1x Rope, 2x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Fixer’s Battleaxe | 1x Book, 1x Makeshift Handle, 2x Rope, 3x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Fixer’s Blade | 1x Book, 1x Handle, 1x Low Quality Blade, 1x Rope, 2x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Fixer’s Chainsaw | 1x Book, 1x Makeshift Handle, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Fixer’s Handsaw | 1x Makeshift Handle, 2x Rope, 2x Wiring, 4x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Fixer’s Shortsword | 1x Book, 1x Low Quality Blade, 1x Wiring, 1x Makeshift Handle, 2x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Fixer’s Spear | 1x Book, 1x Handle, 1x Rope, 1x Low Quality Blade, 2x Scrap Metal | 2 |
| Flaming Bat | 1x Handle, 2x Book, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Full-Stop Automatic | 1x Ammo Box, 2 Gears, 1x Handle, 2x Gun Parts, 3x Wiring | 5 |
| Full-Stop Pistol | 1x Ammo Box, 1x Gears, 1x Gun Parts, 1x Light Handle, 2x Wiring | 0 |
| Full-Stop Rifle | 1x Heavy Handle, 2x Gears, 2x Gun Parts, 3x Wiring, 3x Ammo Box | 5 |
| Greatsword | 1x Book, 1x Heavy Handle, 2x Low Quality Blade, 2x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Hook Cleaver | 1x Makeshift Handle, 1x Rope, 1x Scrap Metal, 1x Wiring | 0 |
| Iron Brotherhood Saw | 1x Book, 1x Handle, 1x Rope, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 0 |
| Mook Workshop | 1x Mook Blade, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Handle, 2x Wiring, 2x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Old Boys Workshop | 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Hammer Head, 1x Light Handle, 1x Rope, 2x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Rosespanner Crusher | 1x Book, 1x Gears, 1x Heavy Handle, 1x Rope, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 5 |
| Steam Gauntlet | 1x Gears, 1x Broken Mechanical Arm, 2x Wiring, 2x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Stigma Workshop Sword | 1x Handle, 1x Stigma Workshop Core, 1x Stigmatizing Blade, 2x Scrap Metal | 4 |
| WARP Corp. Dagger | 1x Light Handle, 1x WARP Core, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 3 |
| WARP Corp. Gauntlets | 1x Broken Gauntlet, 1x WARP Core, 2x Wiring, 2x Scrap Metal | 3 |
| WARP Corp. Machetes | 1x Dual Handle, 1x WARP Core, 2x Wiring, 3x Scrap Metal | 3 |
| WARP Corp. Odachi | 1x Heavy Handle, 1x Scrap Metal, 1x WARP Blade, 1x WARP Core, 2x Wiring | 3 |
| Wheel’s Industry | 1x Heavy Handle, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Wiring, 2x Gears, 3x Scrap Metal | 1 |
| Zelkova Workshop | 1x Axe Head, 1x Dual Handle, 1x Fragment of Silence, 1x Mace Head, 2x Rope, 2x Scrap Metal | 1 |
Understanding the different weapon types and categories is crucial for building effective characters in Archived. Each category has unique characteristics, requirements, and synergies with different playstyles.
These are the basic weapons available to all players, regardless of faction or affiliation. They form the foundation of combat in Archived.
Slash weapons excel at dealing consistent damage and often have good sweeping attacks for crowd control. They’re versatile and work well with most skill tree builds.
Examples: Fixer’s Blade, Greatsword, Durandal, Blade Lineage Chokuto Best Skill Trees: Wrath, Pride Playstyle: Aggressive, well-rounded
Pierce weapons typically have longer reach and excel at single-target damage. They’re excellent for focusing down high-priority targets and often have good guard-breaking capabilities.
Examples: Fixer’s Spear, Dagger, Thundering Pole, Unsealed Hardblood Lance Best Skill Trees: Pride, Sloth Playstyle: Defensive, controlled
Blunt weapons pack heavy hitting power and excel at breaking guards and staggering enemies. They’re slower but hit harder, making them ideal for burst damage builds.
Examples: Fixer’s Battleaxe, Smile Hammer, Regret Hammer, N Corp. weapons Best Skill Trees: Wrath, Sloth Playstyle: Tanky, burst-oriented
Association weapons are exclusive to members of lawful organizations. Each association has its own unique weapon themes and mechanics.
The most prestigious association, Hana weapons are well-balanced and reliable. They’re excellent for players who prefer consistency and versatility.
Characteristics: Balanced stats, reliable performance, good scaling Requirements: Hana Association membership, Grade requirements
Liu weapons focus on speed and precision. They’re perfect for players who enjoy fast-paced combat and technical gameplay.
Characteristics: Fast attack speed, high skill ceiling, mobility-focused Requirements: Liu Association membership, specific Grade levels
Seven weapons are defensive-minded and excel at protecting the user while dealing consistent damage.
Characteristics: Defensive bonuses, guard efficiency, steady damage output Requirements: Seven Association membership
Each of these associations has its own unique weapon themes and mechanics, catering to different playstyles and preferences.
Syndicate weapons are exclusive to criminal organizations and often have unique mechanics that reflect their illicit nature.
Thumb weapons are brutal and straightforward, focusing on raw power and intimidation.
Characteristics: High damage, intimidating effects, aggressive playstyle Requirements: Thumb Syndicate membership
Middle weapons are versatile and adaptable, perfect for players who like to switch between different combat approaches.
Characteristics: Versatile movesets, adaptable to different situations Requirements: Middle Syndicate membership
Ring weapons are elegant and precise, focusing on technical skill and precision strikes.
Characteristics: Precision-based, technical gameplay, high skill ceiling Requirements: Ring Syndicate membership
Index weapons are knowledge-based and often have unique magical or elemental properties.
Characteristics: Magical effects, elemental damage, unique mechanics Requirements: Index Syndicate membership
Kurokumo weapons are ninja-inspired, focusing on speed, stealth, and deadly precision.
Characteristics: Fast attacks, stealth bonuses, critical hit focus Requirements: Kurokumo Syndicate membership
Blade Lineage weapons are master-crafted blades that represent the pinnacle of weapon smithing in Archived.
Characteristics: Superior craftsmanship, excellent scaling, prestigious Requirements: Blade Lineage membership, high Grade levels
Some weapons are exclusive to specific races and provide bonuses that synergize with racial passives.
Bloodfiend weapons enhance the natural abilities of Bloodfiend characters, often providing life steal or other vampiric effects.
Characteristics: Life steal, blood-related effects, synergize with Bloodfiend passives Requirements: Bloodfiend race
These weapons have unique requirements that don’t fit into other categories.
Guns are ranged weapons that excel at dealing damage from a distance. They’re rare and often have specific requirements.
Characteristics: Ranged combat, ammunition-based, unique mechanics Examples: Solemn Lament Pistols, Fell Bullet Rifle, Full-Stop weapons
E.G.O (Extermination of Geometrical Organ) weapons are the most powerful weapons in Archived, requiring special conditions to obtain and use.
Characteristics: Ultimate power, unique mechanics, game-changing effects Requirements: Grade 3+, E.G.O experience, special unlock conditions
Understanding how weapons interact with Archived’s combat mechanics is essential for maximizing your effectiveness in battle.
Before diving into advanced strategies, let’s review the basic combat controls:
| Action | Keybind | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Attack | LMB | Basic weapon attack |
| Block | F | Raise guard to block incoming attacks |
| Parry | RMB | Deflect attacks at the right moment |
| Dash | Q | Quick movement for evasion |
| Critical/Heavy Attack | R | Powerful attack with longer windup |
| Equip/Unequip Weapon | E | Switch weapons |
| Manifest E.G.O | J | Activate E.G.O form (when available) |
Each weapon in Archived has several key stats that determine its effectiveness:
The Grade level required to wield the weapon. You can equip weapons up to 2 grades below your current level, but you’ll deal 50% less basic attack damage.
The amount of damage dealt per basic attack (M1 hit).
The way your weapon deals damage (Slash, Pierce, Blunt), which affects how it interacts with different enemy types and defenses.
The total time from attack start to when the endlag (recovery animation) ends. Lower values mean faster attacks.
The length, width, and height of your weapon’s hitboxes. Weapons with longer range are safer but may be slower.
Your choice of skill tree significantly affects how your weapons perform. Here’s how each skill tree synergizes with different weapon types:
Stat Bonus: Gain % damage up proportional to health lost + points invested (+0.1% DMG per 1% DMG lost per point) Best Weapons: High-damage weapons, weapons with life steal Playstyle: High-risk, high-reward combat
Stat Bonus: Apply X more status effect count depending on points invested (15 SP = 1 more, 30 SP = 2 more, etc.) Best Weapons: Weapons with status effects, DoT weapons Playstyle: Status effect stacking, debuff-focused
Stat Bonus: Lose speed but gain damage in exchange (-0.1 Speed and +0.2% DMG per point) Best Weapons: Heavy, slow weapons with high impact Playstyle: Tanky, defensive combat
Stat Bonus: Increased natural regeneration proportional to investment points Best Weapons: Weapons with Rupture effects, life steal weapons Playstyle: Sustained combat, outlasting opponents
Stat Bonus: Increases E.G.O duration cap (Gloom SP x 3) Best Weapons: E.G.O weapons, weapons that build E.G.O meter Playstyle: E.G.O-focused combat
Stat Bonus: Gain clash power proportional to points invested (15 SP = 1 more, 30 SP = 2 more, etc.) Best Weapons: Weapons with high clash potential, balanced weapons Playstyle: Head-to-head combat, trading hits
Stat Bonus: Gain more positive status effects proportional to points invested (15 SP = 1 more, 30 SP = 2 more, etc.) Best Weapons: Weapons that apply Charge, fast-attacking weapons Playstyle: Buff stacking, aggressive combat
Mastering these advanced techniques will significantly improve your combat effectiveness:
Some weapons excel at breaking enemy guards. Look for weapons with high “Guard Break” stats and use heavy attacks (R) to quickly break through enemy defenses.
Many weapons apply status effects like Bleed, Burn, or Rupture. Stack these effects by using weapons that complement each other and investing in the Desire skill tree.
Switch between weapons mid-combat to adapt to different situations. For example, use a ranged weapon to approach safely, then switch to a melee weapon for close-quarters combat.
Save your E.G.O for critical moments and combine it with weapon attacks for devastating combos. E.G.O weapons can completely turn the tide of battle when used strategically.
Following this progression path will help you optimize your weapon usage as you advance through Archived:
Focus: Basic weapon mastery, understanding mechanics Recommended Weapons: Fixer’s weapons (Battleaxe, Blade, Shortsword), basic crafted weapons Goals: Learn basic combat, complete initial quests, unlock crafting
Focus: Faction weapons, crafting advanced weapons Recommended Weapons: Association/Syndicate weapons, A-tier crafted weapons Goals: Join your preferred faction, unlock advanced crafting, begin skill tree specialization
Focus: High-tier weapons, E.G.O weapons, optimization Recommended Weapons: S-tier weapons, E.G.O weapons, faction-specific top-tier weapons Goals: Obtain E.G.O, master your chosen playstyle, optimize skill tree allocation
Focus: Perfect optimization, specialized builds Recommended Weapons: Best-in-slot weapons for your build, perfected E.G.O setups Goals: Dominate PvP content, complete hardest dungeons, achieve perfect build optimization
You can obtain weapons through several methods: drops from enemies and bosses, crafting (after unlocking Assemble Weapons), completing contracts and dungeons, purchasing from NPCs, and through special events. Focus on unlocking crafting early as it provides access to some of the best weapons in the game.
For beginners, I recommend starting with the Greatsword (if you skip character creation) or Fixer’s Battleaxe. These weapons have good balance, decent damage, and are forgiving for new players learning the combat system.
Weapon grades range from 0 to 8, with higher numbers indicating more powerful weapons. You can equip weapons up to 2 grades below your current Grade level, but you’ll deal 50% less basic attack damage with under-leveled weapons.
Association weapons are for lawful factions and typically have balanced, reliable stats. Syndicate weapons are for criminal factions and often have more specialized, unique mechanics. Your choice depends on your preferred playstyle and faction alignment.
To unlock E.G.O weapons, you need to be Grade 3+, accumulate enough E.G.O experience (through killing enemies, completing quests, burning pages), then die during the Night In The Backstreets event and choose the “I don’t need your help” option when prompted.
Yes, you can switch between Associations and Syndicates, but there are limitations. Syndicate members can switch to becoming Fixers (Association members), but Association members cannot switch to Syndicates. Choose your initial faction carefully!
The most important stats depend on your playstyle, but generally look for: high Damage, low Swing Delay (for faster attacks), good Range (for safety), and special effects that complement your build (status effects, guard break, etc.).
Improve weapon effectiveness by: matching your Grade to weapon requirements, investing in complementary skill trees, using appropriate Pages (skills), and learning advanced combat techniques like guard breaking and status effect stacking.
Yes, guns are viable and can be very powerful in the right hands. Weapons like Solemn Lament Pistols and Fell Bullet Rifle are S-tier choices that excel at ranged combat and kiting strategies.
The best ways to farm crafting materials include: completing dungeons (especially Refraction Train), killing specific enemies that drop materials, purchasing from NPCs like Vincent and the Railway Merchant, and participating in special events.
Congratulations! You’ve now completed the most comprehensive Archived Weapons Guide available for Roblox players. Armed with this knowledge, you’re well-equipped to tackle the challenges of Archived and build the perfect weapon arsenal for your playstyle.
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Happy hunting, and may your weapon arsenal always be sharp and ready for action in the world of Archived!
