In Ghost of Yotei, the Dual Katana edges out as the prime choice for Atsu and the player, but keep a few things in mind. Unlike Jin Sakai’s weapon stances, Atsu picks up five main weapons as the game progresses, not to mention a bunch of secondary ones. She learns them from various masters and NPCs scattered across Ezo.

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In this Deltias Gaming Ghost of Yotei weapons tier list, we'll cover how they hold up in fights and break down their strengths and weaknesses.

Ghost of Yotei: Best Weapons Tier List

RankWeaponProsCons
S+Dual KatanaSuper fast and smooth during fights. Lets you chain quick slashes that stun and overpower enemies.Requires leveled-up moves to really shine.
S+Scorch Bombs (and other bombs)Great for handling groups and breaking up enemy formations. These explosives add flexibility that's key in the later parts of the game.You can't carry too many.
SKatanaReliable sword for accurate hits. Special moves you unlock can cause serious chaos.It's pretty sluggish and might get you hit back. Sticks to one enemy at a time.
SKusarigamaBrings a mid-range melee attack that's awesome against clustered foes. The distant kills and that Triangle + Circle combo earn it this spot.Hits don't pack much punch, particularly on armored opponents.
AQuickfire tools (Kunai, Metsubishi, Oni’s Flame etc.)Lots of options that can shake things up fast in battles.
AOdachiPacks way more power than most. Best bet for taking down Brutes up close.Tough to handle, and those big swings are slow, so you're vulnerable.
ABowSecond top choice for sneaky plays, after Kusarigama takedowns. Solid damage, and you can mix up arrow types.Needs spot-on aim, which doesn't work well in fast fights.
AYariGives extra reach over the Katana to poke from safer distance. Unlocked skills mess up one foe bad. The charge spear move is great for staggering.Blocking attacks is tricky with it.
APistolFast shots for instant damage. Fits into standoffs once