Best RPG Weapon?

[modern algebra]

Basically, I just want to see what everybody thinks is the best type of weapon in RPGs. You can say as many as you like, but give a reason. Even if it's just that it looks cool.

I think my favourite is probably a quarterstaff. There's something about bludgeoning that is a cool weapon type, and quarterstaffs can be light and have long range. Not as instantly damaging as a sword or other cutting weapon, and paractically useless against heavy armour, but still wicked in my opinion.

[DeathLock~]

My favorite would obviously be the scythe. The main reasons is because of its history in use. The symbol of the grim reaper, that's mostly why I chose it. Also, the scythe is curved, sharp and wide-ranged. Even though the long-range is horrible, still very stealth type weapon. Could be used for quick and bloody attacks.

[Revo]

My favorite Classic RPG weapon would be the two-handed sword. Because I own a large sword in real and there is nothing like holding a 4ft long greatsword.  Note: Classic RPG weapons to me are Swords, Lance/Spear, Bow, Staff.

My favorite New RPG Weapon would be either the Scythe or the Halberd. Scythe because of it's unique design and usage and the Halberd for its practicality. Halberd allows you to attack from a horse or from a greater distance than you would with a sword.

My favorite Modern RPG weapon would of course be the RPG (Rocket Propelled Grenade) I think that one should explain itself.

That is all.

[Leventhan]

The gun.
Ranged weapons <3

[Zylos]

My favorite type of RPG weapon is actually a gun. It's essential in almost any type of modern game, whether RPG or action, and when designed properly for a game, it can be both classy and badass. *thinks back happily to Balthier from FFXII*

[Karo Rushe]

For me, A Good weapon is an offensive weapon that breaks the heaviest defences & isn't heavy.



Maybe a double Edge sword, would take some time to master it in real life, & It's cool plus a great defence breaker.



But then agai I love a Katana, it's simplicity & having to use it either with 2 hand or one with using many techiques makes it cool =)

[Forty]

Those weird weapons the "Tales of" series' female leads keeps getting

[west098]

well i have two the cain whip or (if any of you have read percy jackson and the olimpins) riptide a sword. well or a mondren day bow with limbs and evry thing but only if it is a recurve. (i am a JOAD (jonurier olimpic arthrey deveilopment) is why i am saying a bow)

[Jin_Axl]

For some reason, until now in my opinion the Best and Coolest RPG weapon I've ever seen is the Gun Blade (FF8 Series)
It's quite handful and powerful, through using Gun trigger to create explosion with each slash, and even the most powerful skill with the Lionheart 
Moreover, bearing a Gun Blade makes you look handsome and kool, is it ? 
It seems to be a bit modern-taste, though.

[madriel222]

I'm a sucker for the broadsword. It's classy; it's classic; it screams honor, truth and courage. How timeless are the pictures of the protagonist holding his sword to the sky, as the sun reflects off the tip? It's a beautiful thing. There's something to be said for it.

[Green Dragon]

Swords. Three words: Control, Range, Power. Oh, and Swordchucks, yo! Uncontrolable, Devastating, and pretty much suicidal.

[Leventhan]

*thinks back happily to Balthier from FFXII*

Balthier is awsum.

[Esmeralda]

Whips are sexy, have a nice smacking sound, long reach, impossible to actually use without accidentally whipping your own guys and serve their purpose

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[Kokowam]

Yes, but every other weapon might have a "misfire" of its own when you accidentaly use Lulu to cast Fire on Auron. ;-;

Anyways, swords for me. Sephiroth is, like, the most infamous badass where the trend of long silver hair and long-ass swords stem from.

[Reives]

Wh-what about. . . a paper fan. . . ?

[Ruzu]

Overall I favor, a Cross-Hilt Sword along with the Rapier. Though they look classy, you can't just go swinging it around like an idoit against an experienced fencer.

Second, would be a Pistol. Small and Deadly (RE4 Butterflygun is a good example)

Thirdly, Lances. Great range and looks good.

Fourth, Bow and Arrows. Whats not good about them? Long range aswell as close range (Lord of the rings) light and easy to carry around but still you can't juse fire them and expect to do something.

Fifth, Those giant swords (Claymore is a good example). Heavy looks bad ass will (Hopefully) break through a armored foe and up against a Rapier or something it should break right through it if it is heavy enough.

Six, Catapults they fire just about anything.

Seventh, A mace. Watch it smash your head in.

[moejoeman]

My favorite is the two swords used at once
cause they actually make's the character more focused and it makes him/her look coo ;Dl

[shadowdude]

And i guess my favorite weapon would either be a gun (like the ones balthier has) mainly for the range. Or a Katana for speed/awesome-sharpness

My favorite is the two swords used at once
cause they actually make's the character more focused and it makes him/her look coo ;Dl

How you mean more focused?

[DjJaZz]

I like beam rifles, but its annoying to get all the kinds of sprites i need for it  but ya, mainly because its flashy.

[Daniel Otterbach]

My favorite weapons are spears. Many of my favorite RPG characters use them. Kain, Cid from FF7, Kimahri. Its hard to explain, but they're just awesome!

[Zinion96]

 
i really like scythes but you can never go wrong with the classic sword

[Link]

All about the fists <3

Nothing says bad ass, like smashing your opponents head in with one well placed punch

[GilgameshRO]

Real men can take down any foe with their bear hands. Fists are the most bad ass weapon.

[tSwitch]

For some reason, until now in my opinion the Best and Coolest RPG weapon I've ever seen is the Gun Blade (FF8 Series)

I agree, though I'm not much of a fan of the game.

However, my favorite weapon ever is a Spear.  It's a simple, elegant weapon, and takes some real training to get any good with one.

[Holkeye]

Duel-wielded knives, like the lead character in Legend Of Mana.

Also: I always thought that the Atma Weapon was pretty sweet.