When it comes to weapons, the originalOblivionpractically set the blueprint for modern RPGs, andOblivion Remastereddoes a great job of reminding us why. Very few games that followed this masterpiece were able to replicate the feeling of locating a powerful weapon after scouring some chance-encountered points of interest.Oblivion Remastereddoesn’t need to add anything to the original, as the sheer volume of weapons is incredible, even by today’s standards.
With this list, we’ll look at thebest weaponsOblivion Remasteredhas to offer.In some ways, there are far too many to put onto one list, especially if you split the game into segments like ‘early-game’ and ‘end-game.’ With this in mind, we’re going to include weapons that can be collected early or later in the game. We’ll make the distinction in the description. Overall, this list will only include the very best weapons inOblivion Remastered.
InOblivion Remastered,a weapon’s stats will scale depending on when you acquire it. Because of this, we will provide the base Level 1 stats for each weapon we can. Where the information is not available, we will provide the weapon’s stats at the level it was acquired. You can then assume that every level after 1 (or the level of acquisition) will slightly increase each stat accordingly.
Sword of the Crusader
13
Fire Damage - 2 points over 2 seconds
23
300
5
Technically, theSword of the Crusaderis a great weapon for any point in the game, but there are certainly other swords that outclass it once you reach a certain point in the story. Because of this, we think the best time to acquire it is early in the game. As part of theKnights of the NineDLCSet, this sword is great for players looking to play on the right side of the law. However, this also presents the weapon’s biggest limitation: gaining any Infamy points makes this weapon unusable. Because of this, it is advisable to either use the weapon while completing the Fighter’s Guild questline, and other early white-hat endeavors, or wait until after you’ve completed missions like the Dark Brotherhood questline before acquiring and using the weapon.
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TheHonorblade of Chorrolis one of the best weapons for the early-game for multiple reasons. The most obvious is the fact that it is weightless. This is incredibly helpful early-on when you are constantly trying to manage the items you are carrying. The second reason is the fact that it is non-magical. This sounds counter-intuitive, but early players will quickly find that magic weapons can often be more hindrance than help. The Honorblade of Chorrol requires no soul gems for replenishing charges. It is simply an extremely powerful weapon that weighs nothing.
18
3,000 (lvl 11)
15 Uses
After getting a taste of theAkavari Katanain the tutorial, players will likely wonder where they can get their hands on another. Luckily, they won’t have to wait long after completing the tutorial to get their hands on an even better version of the weapon. The Sunderblade also serves as a reminder that not every powerful weapon is stuck at the end of a crazy underground maze. Don’t be put off by the Akavari Sunderblade’s seemingly low damage output. The enchantments allow it to absolutely melt through armor, as well as destroy an enemy’s weapon. Give it a try for something a bit different.
Fire Damage on Target - 33 Points (Lvl 11)
10
3000
12 Uses (lvl 11)
Apotheosis is one of the best weapons for players who play as mages. While it is available to purchase very early in the game, players will not get the full power of this weapon until much later, so it is advised to wait until you are over level 20. The incredible power of this weapon is found in its enchantment, which deals Fire, Frost, and Shock damage on targets.
Fortify Hand-to-Hand 20 points (Lvl 11)
1
Bands of Kwang Lao are often cited as one of the best weapons inOblivion Remastered,despite the fact that they are not a weapon at all. However, they do have the effect of turning your fists into a viable weapon, so their inclusion here feels warranted. While they may be seen as more of a novelty item by some players, there are those that enjoy relying on what the Nine gave them.
22 (lvl 18)
Drain Speed - 25 Points for 30 Seconds
12
4200
24 Uses
Hatreds Soulis the bow that even those of us that aren’t fond of bows go out of their way to acquire. You must bow down to this bow, as it can turn any close-range klutz into a long-range master. This weapon can be tough to get, and is by far the most powerful at higher levels, so it is worth waiting until later in the game to acquire it. What makes this bow so special is that it is able to drain the speed of enemies that would otherwise begin to charge you, making them viable targets for much longer. This effect is greatly enhanced at higher levels. You can also collect the Hatreds Heart mace in the Chorrol Oblivion Gate, where this weapon is found.
21 (max)
Weakness to Frost 35% 20 Seconds
22
4160
80
Chillrendis an incredibly popular magical shortsword that is essentially aGlass Shortswordvariant. Chillrend is one of those weapons that people just love, and despite the fact that there are better weapons out there, you cannot downplay the nostalgia factor when it comes to certain weapons. That is not to say that Chillrend is not powerful. Having a weapon that applies weakness to the same type of damage that it applies is great, and frost damage in particular is one of the best overall damage types inOblivion Remastered.Chillrend is one of the most recognizable weapons in the Elder Scrolls universe, and as such will continue to be popular.
25 (max)
53
76
WithGoldbrand,we get to the final tier of thebest weapons inOblivion Remastered.While these lists will always be subjective, it would be hard for anyone to argue that Goldbrand shouldn’t be high on the list. Goldbrand should absolutely be saved for the late game, as its peak potential is hard for any weapon to touch. The mix of incredibly high-damage output and high fire damage makes Goldbrand an absolute beast. On top of that, there may not be a cooler-looking weapon in the game, especially for those who enjoy a more realistic weapon design. Goldbrand should be one of the first weapons you acquire once you reach level 21.
28 (max)
45
2500
125
For many,Umbrais the best weapon inOblivion Remastered.Aside from its high damage output, it collects souls and places them in soul gems, essentially making a never-ending supply of its own fuel (as long as you have empty soul gems). Given Umbra’s importance to the overall lore ofOblivion,and how well-known it is to the franchise, there’s very little that needs to be said. Like most of the weapons on this list, you should wait to acquire Umbra until later in the game. However, you can get it any time you’d like, as long as you are willing to take on the challenge of killing Umbra at a low level. Another great perk is that, as long as you keep the associated quest open, Umbra will remain a quest item, and thus weightless.
Fire/Frost Damage 11 points
39
2200
70
Dawnfang/Duskfangis the best weapon inOblivion Remastered.The reasons for this are twofold; first, theNourish Bladeenchantment keeps track of enemies killed with the weapon, and when it reaches 12, there is a temporary upgrade to the ‘Superior’ version of the weapon. This adds eitherAbsorb Health(Dawnfang), orAbsorb Magicka(Duskfang). Second, this weapon has a dual nature. During the hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, the sword isDawnfang,and deals Fire Damage. From 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, it isDuskfang, and deals Frost Damage. This provides a range of possibilities that no other weapon can match. Because of this, it is hard to argue that Dawnfang/Duskfang is not the best weapon in the game.
