How to Get the Best Weapons
There are a myriad of collectible weapons in Dragon Quest Heroes 2, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Certain characters can only use a specific type of weapon, so it’s best to acquiant yourself with the most powerful once for each of the weapon classifications in the game.
Please note that we will be updating this guide regularly, as some of the terms are roughly translated from the original Japanese version of the game.
Erdrick Weapons
- You must have killed the Twin Kings to activate Side Quest 16 “Unlocking Pathways“
- Clearing the quest clears the magic barrier in Ihrim Snowfield (c5)
- Beyond the magic barrier are four treasure chest, three of which contain Erdrick weapons
| Weapon | Type | Attack / Defense | Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-handed sword | Erdrick’s Sword | 130 | Attack power 10 |
| Shield | Erdrick’s Shield | – | Blaze resistance increased by 10% |
| Orb | Erdrick’s Orb | 130 | Spell resistance increase by 10% |
Sky Weapons
| Weapon | Type | Attack / Defense | Effects | How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One-handed sword | Sword of the Sky | 130 | – | Forest of Darkness Treasure Chest (E3) |
| Shield | Shield of the Sky | – | Dazzle resistance increased by 50% | Snowfield of Darkness Treasure Chest (F3) |
| Orb | Orb of the Sky | 130 | Instant Death resistance increased by 90% | Snowfield of Darkness Treasure Chest (B4) |
Pharaoh’s Claw (Claw)
- Talk to the merchant that gives you the entry permit to enter Golda Desert and hear about the pyramid’s treasure (D6).
- Obtain the key to the treasure chest at the end of the pitfall (D1) of the free battle at Jywall border.
| Name | Type | Attack | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharaoh’s Claw | Claw | 158 | Sometimes attracts enemies. |
Thunder Sword
- You’ll need to have cleared Side Quest 17 “Unlocking Pathways” at the Canyon of Darkness
- This will remove the magic barrier at Amal Canyon (G2)
- You will be able to access 2 treasure chests there, one of which contains the Thunder Sword
| Weapon | Type | Attack | Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunder Sword | One-handed sword | 165 | High Tension duration increased by 1 (Terry) |
Gringham Whip
- You’ll need to have cleared Side Quest 18 “Unlocking Pathways” at the Tower of Legend
- This will remove the magic barrier at Rao Wasteland (C4)
- You will be able to access 2 treasure chests there, one of which contains the Gringham whip
| Weapon | Type | Attack | Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gringham Whip | Whip | 169 | – |
Metal King Weapons
Metal King weapons are obtained by trading Mini Medals. Each one costs 120 to acquire.
| Weapon | Type | Attack | Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dual Swords of the Metal King | Dual Swords | 180 | – |
| Sword of the Metal King | One-handed sword | 170 | – |
| Greatsword of the Metal King | Two-handed sword | 190 | – |
| Spear of the Metal King | Spear | 170 | – |
| Shield of the Metal King | Shield | – | Guard Success Damage Reduction increased by 15% |
Weapons Sold at the Shop (After Clearing the Game)
These weapons will only be sold at the shop after clearing the game.
| Weapon | Type | Attack | Effects | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glory Axe | Axe | 180 | 4% chance to negate MP consumption | 241700 |
| Orichalcum Gauntlet | Gauntlet | 173 | (Alena only) | 223500 |
| Blue Flame Gauntlet | Gauntlet | 180 | 4% chance to negate MP consumption (Hassan only) | 230000 |
| Wealthy Merchant’s Abacus | Abacus | 160 | – | 230260 |
| Guidance Tarot | Tarot | 153 | – | 222850 |
| Lavianne Rose Fan | Fan | 157 | High Tension duration is increased by 1. | 228700 |
| Dark Star | Boomerang | 144 | Magic +10 | 223750 |
| Orpheus Bow | Bow | 160 | 2% chance of inflicting bedazzle | 227400 |
| Ancient Wand | Wand | 48 | Max HP increased by 6 | 228300 |
| Staff of the Dragon | Two-handed staff | 54 | Max MP increased by 30 | 223500 |
| Apocalypse | Rod | 175 | Critical chance is increased by 1% | 245600 |
Ultimate Weapons
Ultimate Weapons are the most powerful weapons in the game, and are obtained by defeating bosses in the Time Labyrinth. They have the most attack values in the game and can have up to three random special effects on them.
| Weapon | Type | Attack |
|---|---|---|
| True Knight’s Dual Swords | Dual swords | 175 |
| True Knight’s Sword | One-handed Sword | 165 |
| True Falcon’s Sword | One-handed Sword | 160 |
| True Nobleman’s Greatsword | Two-handed Sword | 185 |
| True Queen’s Axe | Axe | 175 |
| True Royal Gauntlet | Gauntlet | 168 |
| True Feeding Iron Gauntlet | Gauntlet | 175 |
| True Saint’s Spear | Spear | 165 |
| True Justice Abacus | Abacus | 155 |
| True Galaxy Tarot | Tarot | 148 |
| True Maiden’s Fan | Fan | 153 |
| True Crimson Boomerang | Boomerang | 139 |
| True White Wolf Claw | Claw | 153 |
| True Wing Bow | Bow | 155 |
| True Power Whip | Whip | 164 |
| True Zephyr Wand | Wand | 43 |
| True Staff of the Dark Clan | Two-handed Staff | 49 |
| True Power Rod | Rod | 170 |
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