Picking the right weapon in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin can mean the difference between breezing through tough content and hitting a frustrating wall. With dozens of options spread across multiple sets and weapon types, knowing which tools are worth your resources is critical. This guide breaks down every major weapon from the absolute best to the ones you should skip entirely, so you can invest wisely and hit harder from the start.
How Does the Weapon Tier System Work in Seven Deadly Sins: Origin?
Weapons in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin are organized into sets, with each set offering multiple weapon type variants (Axe, Greatsword, Dual Swords, Nunchaku, Lance, Wand, Staff, Grimoire, Gauntlets, Rapier, Longsword, and Sword and Shield). Every weapon carries an Equipment Attack value that gives you a quick numerical read on its raw power, but that number alone does not tell the full story.
Each weapon also carries a unique passive effect that activates under specific conditions, such as triggering after a Burst skill, when your HP drops below 30%, or when landing hits on enemies at full health. These passives cover a wide range of bonuses including Attack, Crit Chance, Crit DMG, Healing Efficiency, Block Rate, Block Defense, and DoT amplification.
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Equipment Attack is a useful baseline comparison stat, but always evaluate a weapon's passive effect alongside its raw number. A weapon with a lower Equipment Attack but a powerful conditional passive can outperform a higher-attack option in the right build.
Weapon selection overview
Weapons are also rated by rarity: 5-star weapons generally deliver higher base attack values and stronger passives than their 4-star counterparts, though some 4-star picks remain situationally useful.
Finally, note that the old Weapons Gacha system from the Closed Beta Test was removed following player feedback. Weapons are now obtained through crafting, which gives you more targeted control over what you build toward.
What Are the Best Weapons?
The rankings below reflect weapon performance across both PvE and PvP content, factoring in Equipment Attack values, passive quality, and practical combat utility.
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S-Tier Weapons
These weapons represent the strongest options currently available. Prioritize farming and crafting these whenever possible.
Eternal Grace Set (Equipment Attack: 624)
The Eternal Grace set sits at the absolute peak of the current weapon pool with the highest Equipment Attack value in the game at 624 across all twelve weapon types. The standout passive triggers when you use a skill while your HP is at 30% or below, boosting Healing Efficiency by 20% to 50% for 10 seconds (with a 20-second cooldown). This makes the set especially powerful in sustained fights where you need to stay alive under pressure. The Eternal Grace Dual Swords and Eternal Grace Sword and Shield are particularly notable picks within this set.
Shadow of Rupture Set (Equipment Attack: 613)
Slotting in just below Eternal Grace, the Shadow of Rupture set delivers 613 Equipment Attack across all twelve variants. This set is an excellent target if Eternal Grace pieces are proving difficult to craft, offering nearly identical raw power with strong passive support.
Indomitable Guard Set (Equipment Attack: 607)
The Indomitable Guard set is built for survivability. At 607 Equipment Attack, it pairs solid raw stats with a defensive passive on the Indomitable Guard Greatsword: using the Tag Skill when your HP is 30% or lower increases Block Rate by up to 20% and Block Defense by up to 40% for 15 seconds. This is one of the best low-HP defensive triggers in the game, making it ideal for tank-oriented builds.
Black Flame Set (Equipment Attack: 555)
The Black Flame set (also referenced as Black Flame Wings for specific weapon types) rounds out the S-tier at 555 Equipment Attack. The Black Flame Wings Axe is a standout here: activating a Burst increases Attack by up to 24% and Crit Chance by up to 20% for 20 seconds. This aggressive offensive passive makes it a top pick for burst-damage builds. The Black Flame Wings Nunchaku carries an identical passive, giving Cudgel users the same powerful Burst-activated bonuses.
Additionally, the Guila Signature weapon holds an S-tier placement, though its Equipment Attack value has not yet been confirmed in available sources.
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If you can only invest in one set right now, target Eternal Grace first. The 624 Equipment Attack combined with the healing passive gives you both offensive and defensive returns that no other set matches at the same level.A-Tier Weapons
A-tier weapons are excellent choices if S-tier pieces are out of reach, and some remain competitive in specific builds even when better options are available.
Blazing Set (Equipment Attack: 426)
The Blazing set covers all twelve weapon types at 426 Equipment Attack. The Blazing Gauntlets are a notable pick here: hitting an enemy whose HP is at 100% increases their damage taken by up to 100% for 5 seconds. That is a massive amplifier for opening burst combos, making this weapon excellent for players who want to eliminate targets quickly before they can react.
Jet-Black Set (Equipment Attack: 424)
The Jet-Black set sits just below Blazing at 424 Equipment Attack across most of its variants. The Jet-Black Dual Axe and other pieces in this family provide reliable damage output and are a strong crafting target for players in the mid-game.
Chaos Song Rapier (Equipment Attack: 393) and Sky Dual Blades (Equipment Attack: TBA) also sit in A-tier, with the latter's stats still being confirmed.
The Crimson Flame Grimoire deserves a special mention as a 4-star A-tier pick: activating a Burst increases Attack by up to 24% for 20 seconds. At 364 Equipment Attack and 4.41% Crit DMG on equip, it punches above its rarity in offensive builds.
B-Tier Weapons
B-tier weapons are practical options for filling gaps between early and late-game progression. Do not invest heavy upgrade resources here, but do not ignore them entirely if they are what you have available.
Crimson Flame Set (Equipment Attack: 364)
The Crimson Flame set covers all twelve weapon types at 364 Equipment Attack. These are dependable 4-star options that work well for players still climbing toward S-tier crafting materials.
Corrupted Conviction Longsword (Equipment Attack: 358) and Corrupted Will Gauntlets (Equipment Attack: 327) round out B-tier as standalone weapons with situational use cases.
The Black Shadow Greatsword (Equipment Attack: 315) sits at the lower end of B-tier and is best treated as a placeholder.
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Avoid upgrading B-tier weapons past the minimum needed to get through current content. The resource cost is better saved for crafting S-tier or A-tier pieces.
C-Tier Weapons
These weapons are serviceable when you are just starting out, but they should not factor into your long-term build planning.
Note that the Thorn of Greed Lance has a niche passive: hitting enemies affected by DoT increases your damage dealt by up to 12%. In DoT-focused team compositions this can be situationally useful, but the 339 Equipment Attack holds it back from higher placement.
D-Tier Weapons
D-tier weapons offer the weakest stat returns and the least useful passives in the current weapon pool. These are not worth investing in at any stage of the game.
The Unyielding Spirit Sword and Shield does offer a Barrier Efficiency boost of up to 30%, but its low Equipment Attack and limited offensive contribution make it a poor pick compared to the defensive options available in S-tier.
What Should You Prioritize When Choosing a Weapon?
Beyond raw Equipment Attack, here is a practical framework for picking your weapon:
- Match the passive to your playstyle. Aggressive players who spam Burst skills will get more out of the Black Flame set's Burst-triggered Attack and Crit Chance bonuses. Defensive or support-oriented players benefit more from Eternal Grace or Indomitable Guard passives.
- Consider your HP management. Several top-tier passives activate when HP drops to 30% or below. If your build naturally dips into low HP during fights, these conditional bonuses become extremely reliable.
- Weapon type matters. Each character in The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin has preferred weapon types. Always match your weapon family to your character's kit before comparing Equipment Attack values between sets.
- 4-star weapons still have a place. The Crimson Flame Grimoire in A-tier proves that rarity is not everything. If a 4-star weapon's passive aligns perfectly with your build, it can outperform a mismatched 5-star option.