Tip on which weapon type to focus on!

[Siralextraffo]

So, I read that there are a few different weapon types, but everyone seems to suggest to focus and main one type as soon as possible, to level up the proficency rather than switching all the time.

My playstyle is fast and with medium range/damage, I'm not much into heavy stuff; I want to be able to dodge quickly and not spending a crap ton of energy per swing, even if it's a very powerful strike.

What would you suggest to try and main?

[Neunmalklug]

i think you could like staff or one handed

[Lord Ethcaz]

I'm loving staff + one handed. I've got the same playstyle, I think.
I tried dual rigged, but I prefer the damage of the one handed over the speed of the dual rigged.
And I love the range of the staff and the smack down for a bit more control.

Also, in the beginning, it seems easy enough to just grind some proficiency, so try some stuff. I hadn't left the 2nd area yet, and already had 4 weapon classes over level 10 proficiency ;)

[♤ S p a d e Ƨ ♤]

One handed is basically the "middle" weapon. Average range, good speed, solid dmg and impact. If you like speed, go for twin rigs, lower damage to the other types, but if you like footsies, it's the best

[Siralextraffo]

I see, thanks everyone.
I've just beaten the first boss and got the PAX, seems like a solid weapon but quite slow.

What's the difference between the one handed and the PAX weapon type?

[♤ S p a d e Ƨ ♤]

One handed is like swords basically, single-rigged, like PAX, are way heavier, so maybe Ultra Greatswords in terms of speed and bang. Damn their bang...

[gary.hop]

I have 4 weapon types going, single rig 19, twin rig 18, staff 16 and now working on one handed 9. The weapons at the moment are Volatile Spectre single rig for bot damage, Fitrbug Throttle twin rig for quick attack, Peacekeeper staff for medium attack and I just acquired MG Guardian one handed. All weapons are at mrk4.0 bar the Spectre at mrk5.0.

When getting to the Nucleus (next area) I'll change to Fractal Reaver single rig when I manage to acquire it, for dealing with Crystal Mass enemies and the final boss fight Rogue Process.

[cassiels]

Originally posted by Siralextraffo:

I see, thanks everyone.
I've just beaten the first boss and got the PAX, seems like a solid weapon but quite slow.

I have been using PAX ever since I first got it from him. Now playing NG++. It is slowish but does a hell of a lot of damage. After getting used to the swing and the rhythm it feels like a sword.

For some bosses you need a fast weapon, for those I use twin rigged. I have fully upgraded the angel wings (cannot remember what they are called, from the chrysalis girls I think).

[Rasalom]

Dual Rigged

The absolute best weapon in the game are the Claws of Gestalt. Those are dual rigged, so why not spend your NG time just ranking up dual rig proficiency with the likes of Firebug Throttle 2.0?

Playing NG+ and beyond with the Claws of Gestalt is pure pleasure.

[Pocket Dog]

Play what you want. Selecting which weapons to use is similar to Dark Souls, in that you want to find weapons that have movesets you like. Don't worry so much about damage, as that will naturally come when you're playing with weapons you have an affinity for. One-handed, single-rigged and staves tend to be the best all-around weapons, while dual-rigged and heavy weapons are more niche, more situational.

Weapon proficiency also isn't the big deal that some have made it out to be, as it's easy to raise once you get to late game and/or NG+. So, don't feel as if you absolutely need to focus on one or two weapon-types and stick with them the entire time you play. Branch out, test each weapon or weapon-type and have fun.