Dragon's Dogma 2 is Capcom's open-world action RPG that doubles down on the original's unique pawn system and vocation-based combat. The world of Vermund and Battahl offers a massive interconnected map with no fast travel by default, encouraging genuine exploration and emergent encounters. Combat revolves around ten vocations ranging from melee Fighters to hybrid Mystic Spearhands, each with distinct weapon skills. The game features a true day-night cycle where nighttime is genuinely dangerous, and a pawn AI system where your companions learn from your behavior.
Your choice of equipment defines your damage output and playstyle. This guide ranks every major option, explains what makes each one strong, and tells you which builds they pair best with.
Equipment Rankings
| Equipment | Tier | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatsword | S | Warrior vocation, crowd control | Warrior vocation's signature weapon with wide sweeping attacks. |
| Magick Bow | A | Magick Archer vocation, versatile ranged DPS | Magick Archer's weapon that fires homing magickal bolts instead of physical arrows. |
| Duospear | A | Mystic Spearhand vocation, hybrid damage | Mystic Spearhand's unique weapon combining a physical spear with magickal abilities. |
| Warfarer's mixed loadout | B | Thief | Solid choice. |
| Twinblades | B | Thief vocation, single-target and climbing DPS | Thief's dual daggers that attack in rapid flurries. |
S-Tier: Greatsword
Warrior vocation's signature weapon with wide sweeping attacks. Arc of Might charges a massive overhead slam that can knock down large monsters. Slow but each hit has significant impact and stagger potential.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | S |
| Best For | Warrior vocation, crowd control |
| Key Mechanic | vocation system |
| Recommended Build | Fighter |
How to get it: Available from mid-game onward. See our walkthrough for the exact progression point.
Best builds using Greatsword: Pairs naturally with Fighter thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Magick Bow
Magick Archer's weapon that fires homing magickal bolts instead of physical arrows. Ricochet Seeker is devastating in caves and enclosed boss arenas. Requires no physical arrows, using stamina for shots instead.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Magick Archer vocation, versatile ranged DPS |
| Key Mechanic | pawn system |
| Recommended Build | Archer |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Magick Bow: Pairs naturally with Archer thanks to stat scaling synergies.
A-Tier: Duospear
Mystic Spearhand's unique weapon combining a physical spear with magickal abilities. Normal attacks are quick thrusts while skills like Mirour Vestige create floating magick orbs. Excellent reach compared to other melee weapons.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | A |
| Best For | Mystic Spearhand vocation, hybrid damage |
| Key Mechanic | monster climbing |
| Recommended Build | Mage |
How to get it: Accessible in the early-to-mid game. Check our maps guide for the location.
Best builds using Duospear: Pairs naturally with Mage thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Warfarer's mixed loadout
Warfarer's mixed loadout is a specialized option in Dragon's Dogma 2.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Thief |
| Key Mechanic | camping and exploration |
| Recommended Build | Thief |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Warfarer's mixed loadout: Pairs naturally with Thief thanks to stat scaling synergies.
B-Tier: Twinblades
Thief's dual daggers that attack in rapid flurries. Individual hits are weak but the attack speed and climbing damage multiplier make them ideal for scaling monsters. Skull Splitter launches airborne for extended aerial combos.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tier | B |
| Best For | Thief vocation, single-target and climbing DPS |
| Key Mechanic | affinity system |
| Recommended Build | Mystic Spearhand |
How to get it: Found in later areas. Our walkthrough covers when you can access this.
Best builds using Twinblades: Pairs naturally with Mystic Spearhand thanks to stat scaling synergies.
Equipment Progression Path
The order you should acquire equipment as you progress:
- Starting gear → Enough to clear Vernworth
- Magick Bow → Your first real upgrade, available early
- Duospear → Mid-game upgrade with good scaling
- Greatsword → Best-in-slot, aim for this by late game
- Upgrade to max → The power spike from max upgrades is enormous
Equipment Tips
- Always upgrade your primary equipment before diversifying — one strong option beats three mediocre ones.
- Match your equipment to your build's stat priorities for maximum scaling.
- Place a Portcrystal in Vernworth, Battahl capital, and near the Sphinx location — these are the most-traveled routes
- Check our tier list for how equipment rankings affect overall build effectiveness.
More Dragon's Dogma 2 Guides
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Dragon's Dogma 2 Overview
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Best Builds
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Tier List
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Walkthrough
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Beginner's Guide
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Tips & Tricks
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Combat Guide
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Boss Guide
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Maps & Locations
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Crafting Guide
- Dragon's Dogma 2 Classes & Characters
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