All Weapon Types in Echoes of Aincrad
Echoes of Aincrad has six weapon types: Sword and Shield, Two-Handed Axe, Dagger, Rapier, Two-Handed Sword, and Mace. All six appear on the official Bandai Namco demo guide. This page lists them directly — no tier ranking, no best-weapon recommendation, no damage or speed comparisons are confirmed by official sources.
How to Use This Page
This page is the canonical list of the six confirmed weapon types in Echoes of Aincrad. It is the authoritative reference for what weapon types exist. For how the weapon system works — Sword Skills, Weapon Proficiency, and weapon switching — see the Weapons Guide. For build planning and stat observations, see the Build System.
The Six Weapon Types
| # | Weapon Type | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sword and Shield | EA-OFF-001 |
| 2 | Two-Handed Axe | EA-OFF-001 |
| 3 | Dagger | EA-OFF-001 |
| 4 | Rapier | EA-OFF-001 |
| 5 | Two-Handed Sword | EA-OFF-001 |
| 6 | Mace | EA-OFF-001 |
No roles (e.g. tank, DPS, support), damage values, attack speed ratings, or tier positions are assigned to any weapon type in official sources.
Weapon Exp and Sword Skills
Defeating enemies with a weapon type earns Weapon Exp and unlocks Sword Skills for that type. Up to three Sword Skills can be equipped at a time. Sword Skills are tied to the weapon type used to unlock them — the official source does not describe how Sword Skill pools change when switching weapons.
The demo caps Weapon Proficiency at level 3 per type. See the Demo Missions page for the full official demo limits.
Weapon Switching
Weapons can be changed between quests while in the Town of Beginnings. The official source confirms this is possible but does not describe optimal timing, recommended pairings, or stat-dependent considerations for switching.
What This Page Does Not Include
Confirmed
- Six weapon types confirmed: Sword and Shield, Two-Handed Axe, Dagger, Rapier, Two-Handed Sword, Mace
- Sword Skills unlock through weapon use; up to 3 equipped at a time
- Weapons switchable in Town of Beginnings between quests
Not Confirmed
- Weapon damage, attack speed, or DPS values
- Weapon role assignments (tank, DPS, support, etc.)
- Best weapon or tier ranking
- Stat-to-weapon mappings or stat recommendations
- Weapon proficiency ceilings beyond what the demo confirms
Frequently Asked Questions
What weapons are in Echoes of Aincrad?
Six: Sword and Shield, Two-Handed Axe, Dagger, Rapier, Two-Handed Sword, and Mace. This is the complete list from the official Bandai Namco demo guide.
Which weapon type is the best?
No official source ranks the six weapon types. No best-weapon, DPS, or tier ranking is confirmed. Use the demo to develop your own feel for each weapon.
Do weapons have different roles like tank or DPS?
Official sources do not assign roles (tank, DPS, support, etc.) to any weapon type. This site does not publish role assignments.
Can I switch weapons in the demo?
Yes. Weapons can be switched in Town of Beginnings between quests. This is confirmed in the demo and full game.
Player Decision Help
Play at least one mission with each of the six types to develop your own preference before committing.
This page is the canonical list. The Weapons Guide covers mechanics, Sword Skills, and testing plans.