10 Best Weapons In Anime, Ranked

From Death Note to the Sword of Rupture, here are some of the most powerful weapons in anime.

In most action and adventure anime, the characters that we follow along possess powerful and unique weapons that allow them to fight against the dangers of their world. Due to this, there are many iconic and unmistakable pieces of equipment that fans associate with a specific anime.

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However, even among these amazing arms, some have proven to be several times more efficient and destructive than others. Below, we will talk about some of the most practical, strong, and effective weapons in anime.

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In the world of Psycho-Pass, those who work as Enforcers for the Public Safety Bureau are given powerful and advanced weapons called Dominators. The most advanced version of this particular and impressive firearm is the Assault Dominator. Like the regular model, this gun can detect the Crime Coefficient of anyone it is pointed towards.

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This number tells the Enforcer how possible it is for the perpetrator to commit a dangerous crime. According to the coefficient, the Assault Dominator will access three different firing modes: Non-Lethal, Lethal Eliminator, or Destroy Decomposer. While this is a very powerful weapon, it can only be wielded by Enforcers, and the user does not have control over which mode to use.

While most of the time, anime weapons rely on either magic or futuristic designs to be more effective; there are times when raw power is all that is needed. That is the case of The Punisher, a weapon wielded by the members of Trigun’s Eye of Michael.

This cross-shaped firearm is usually composed of a machine gun in the front with a rocket launcher in the back. The arms of the cross are used as storage for the ammunition used by each of the guns. Sadly, not everyone is capable of using this weapon due to how heavy it is.

The fear of death is something that haunts many humans during their whole lives. This terror would be amplified if the horrifying Death Note was real. This ominous black book is often used by Shinigami, Gods of Death, to end the life of any human whose name is written on its pages.

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During the show, we saw the consequences of such a power falling into the hands of a human, with Light Yagami becoming the most dangerous serial killer in history. Nonetheless, it is unlikely that a regular person would be able to use the Death Note as effectively as Kira did.

Decades ago, humanity was attacked by a race of gigantic humanoid creatures known as Titans. The best warriors in the world tried to fight against these creatures, only to be decimated slowly. Fortunately, their sacrifices were not in vain, as they discovered that the best way to kill a Titan was by slashing the back of their neck.

To make this monumental task a little easier, the best engineers in the world came up with the Vertical Maneuvering Equipment. This impressive piece of technology is composed of two handles that can attach themselves to various blades, as well as two grapple guns that can be used to maneuver in mid-air. Tragically, due to how difficult these weapons are to use, not many individuals can use them properly.

Each Shinigami in the world of Bleach knows that to survive, they need to have a powerful blade by their side. Ichigo, the hero of the show, knows that he has nothing to fear thanks to his loyal and durable sword, Zangetsu.

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This sharp weapon is one of the few swords to hold two different spirits inside, meaning that it has many more special abilities than the regular blade. In Ichigo’s hand, Zangetsu is a sign of certain defeat due to the young man’s deep bond and expertise with his sword. Nevertheless, Zangetsu is not a flawless weapon, and Ichigo has been defeated before, even with this powerful tool.

The Fairy King’s Forest is a place full of life and with foliage as far as the eye can see. In the center lies the mighty Sacred Tree, which held the fountain of youth on its top. From this Tree, many powerful weapons were forged, like the imposing Spear used by the Bear Sin of Sloth, Harlequin.

As expected of a weapon made for a king, this spear is much more powerful than it may seem at first. With six different forms, Chastiefol can aid King in any situation he encounters himself. It can be used to heal, as armor, and even as a sentient Bear. Yet even this lethal weapon did not prevent King from being beaten several times in the show.

Named after the famed sword found in Arthurian legend, this sentient and obnoxious piece of equipment brings honor to the tale it takes its name from. In the world of Soul Eater, anyone is capable of holding this mythological blade, granted that they can withstand its annoying behavior whenever it is not in sword form.

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When one accepts Excalibur as their own, they instantly get the ability to teleport to any place they wish. They are also given a pair of glowing wings, which allow them to fly at incredibly fast speeds. It is also said that each cut made by Excalibur affects the entire universe. However, it does not have any major destructive capabilities, as it is mostly used during one-on.one combats.

The fierce and cheerful Sailor Saturn has only ever needed one weapon to protect the universe, her faithful and fearsome scythe. The Silence Glaive, often referred to as the Scythe of the Goddess of Death, is a simple-looking weapon that hides a massive power.

Inspired by the weapon of the Roman God Saturn, a deity associated with creation and destruction, the Silence Glaive had the capability of destroying anything its user wanted. With a simple movement, Sailor Saturn could turn an entire planet into dust. Tragically, overusing this blade would cause the death of its user, making it a danger even to the one wielding it.

The original massive mecha known as Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann was already a weapon that could destroy entire galaxies. After absorbing an immense amount of Anti-Spiral energy, the original robot was destroyed but left behind a construct of pure energy bigger than the known universe.

This imposing robot-like being’s abilities go far beyond what any human could comprehend. It can alter reality for the entire multiverse, move outside of time and space, and even create universes. Still, one of the heroes that piloted the original mech had to sacrifice himself to give his friends a chance to use this legendary weapon.

More than a sword, Ea is a weapon of mass destruction that only the most powerful warriors can wield. Known for being the predilect weapon of the monarch Gilgamesh, this blade could bring the end of all if used incorrectly.

A single swing of this sword is capable of destroying entire planets, even galaxies. When used at full power, this blade could destroy the entire universe without anyone having the power to stop it. As it does not have any kind of limitation, Ea is the most powerful and versatile weapon in anime.

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Rodrigo is a freelance writer from Mexico with a passion for sharing his mind with the world. He has previously worked in Sportskeeda Anime as an Anime Writer. He is now a part of the DualShockers team as an Anime List Writer. In his free time he enjoys watching anime, reading manga and fantasy books, playing videogames, and collecting Yugioh and Pokémon cards.