NTE Weapons Guide - Best Weapons & Stats

All weapons ranked with stat comparisons and best character matches. Updated: June 11, 2026

Weapons in Neverness to Everness come in multiple types (Sword, Greatsword, Pistols, Gauntlets, Rectifier) and rarities (5-star to 3-star). Each weapon provides base ATK and a secondary stat (Crit Rate, Crit DMG, ATK%, etc.) plus a unique passive effect. Choosing the right weapon for your character is crucial for maximizing damage output.

5-Star Weapons (SSR)

Verdant Summit (Sword)

Base ATK: 587 | Crit DMG: 48.6%

Best sword in the game. Passive increases all DMG by 12% and grants additional ATK% after using Resonance Skill. Best for: Nanally, Hotori.

Lustrous Razor (Greatsword)

Base ATK: 587 | ATK%: 36.4%

Top greatsword with stacking ATK buff. Passive increases ATK by 8% per hit, stacking up to 5 times. Best for: Daffodil, Baicang.

Static Mist (Pistols)

Base ATK: 587 | Crit Rate: 24.3%

Best pistols with high crit rate. Passive restores energy on hit and increases DMG for the next Resonance Liberation. Best for: Jiuyuan.

Abyss Surges (Gauntlets)

Base ATK: 587 | ATK%: 36.4%

Top gauntlets with stacking DMG bonus. Passive increases DMG by 10% per Resonance Skill use, stacking 3 times. Best for: Zero.

Cosmic Ripples (Rectifier)

Base ATK: 500 | ATK%: 54%

Best rectifier with massive ATK% substat. Passive increases Energy Regen and provides DMG bonus based on Energy Regen. Best for: Sakiri, Haniel.

4-Star Weapons (SR)

Emerald of Genesis (Sword)

Base ATK: 412 | Crit Rate: 20.2%

Excellent F2P sword option. Passive increases Energy Regen and ATK after using Resonance Skill. Best for: Any sword DPS.

Autumntrace (Greatsword)

Base ATK: 412 | Crit DMG: 36.4%

Solid greatsword with crit DMG substat. Passive increases ATK after taking damage. Best for: Baicang.

Undying Flame (Pistols)

Base ATK: 412 | ATK%: 30.3%

Good pistol option. Passive increases DMG against enemies affected by debuffs. Best for: Jiuyuan.

Marcato (Gauntlets)

Base ATK: 412 | Energy Regen: 32.3%

Utility gauntlets for support characters. Passive restores Concerto Energy on hit. Best for: Support characters.

Weapon Selection Tips

Crit weapons > ATK% weapons in most cases due to how damage formulas work.
Match weapon type to your character - each character can only equip one weapon type.
Signature weapons are designed for specific characters and provide the biggest power spike.
F2P options: 4-star weapons from the battle pass and standard banner are viable for all content.

Frequently Asked Questions

What weapon type should I use?

Weapon type depends on your character. Each character is locked to one weapon type (Sword, Greatsword, Pistols, Gauntlets, Rectifier). Always use the weapon type that matches your character's innate weapon class.

Should I pull for signature weapons?

Signature weapons provide a significant damage boost (15-25% over alternatives) but are not required for clearing content. We recommend pulling signature weapons only after you have a solid character roster. Free and standard banner weapons are sufficient for most content.

What stats matter most on weapons?

For DPS characters: Crit Rate or Crit DMG as secondary stat, then ATK% substats. For supports: Energy Regen or ATK% for buff scaling. For healers: HP or ATK depending on their scaling. Always prioritize the secondary stat that matches your character's needs.

Are 4-star weapons worth investing in?

Yes, especially for free-to-play players. Several 4-star weapons like the Battle Pass options and event weapons perform within 80-90% of 5-star weapons. Invest in 4-star weapons early, then transition to 5-stars as you acquire them.