Weapons

Every weapon in Allusions is an allusion — a reference to an anime, game, or show. From the Street Fighter-inspired Akuma to the RWBY Crescent Rose scythe, each weapon brings unique abilities and playstyles. Since loadouts are random each round, mastering multiple weapons is essential for consistent PvP performance.

WeaponTierDamage Type
AkumaSStreet Fighter
Crescent RoseSRWBY
Cursed NailAJujutsu Kaisen
Black LegAOne Piece
Blitz StyleAUltrakill
Bandit KitBOriginal
Commando PistolsBOriginal
Bone HarpoonBOriginal
Breaker StyleCOriginal
DarksteelCDark Souls

Akuma

S

Street Fighter

Strengths

Unmatched heavy strike damage with excellent combo extensions. E ability provides super armor during startup, making it safe for aggressive approaches.

E: Raging Demon — armored rush attack

R: Misogi — devastating overhead slam

Pro Tips

  • Use E Raging Demon to approach through enemy attacks
  • Save R Misogi for punishing whiffed abilities
  • M1 combo into E is your bread-and-butter string

Crescent Rose

S

RWBY

Strengths

Wide hitbox on M1 attacks catches multiple opponents. Dash attacks provide both mobility and damage, making it versatile for both offense and repositioning.

E: Petal Burst — dash attack with wide sweep

R: Red Reaper — spinning scythe finisher

Pro Tips

  • Use wide sweeps to hit multiple opponents in team modes
  • Petal Burst dash can be used to escape or engage
  • Red Reaper has a long startup — only use when opponent is stunned

Cursed Nail

A

Jujutsu Kaisen

Strengths

Excellent mid-range pressure with cursed energy projectiles. E ability provides consistent poke damage while R delivers burst damage at closer range.

E: Cursed Strike — ranged energy projectile

R: Hollow Purple — burst energy attack

Pro Tips

  • Use E Cursed Strike to poke from mid-range
  • Hollow Purple is best used at close range for maximum damage
  • Zone opponents with projectiles then close distance for M1 combos

Black Leg

A

One Piece

Strengths

Fastest M1 attack speed among all weapons. Kick combos chain smoothly and allow for extended pressure strings that overwhelm opponents.

E: Concassé — aerial kick slam

R: Diable Jambe — flaming kick combo

Pro Tips

  • M1 speed is your advantage — overwhelm slow weapons with pressure
  • Use Concassé to close distance quickly
  • Diable Jambe extends combos but has long startup — combo into it

Blitz Style

A

Ultrakill

Strengths

Exceptional combo creativity and speed. Can chain abilities together for devastating burst combos that catch opponents off-guard.

E: Marksman — quick projectile shot

R: Overkill — explosive slam attack

Pro Tips

  • Chain abilities together for maximum burst damage
  • Use Marksman to poke, then Overkill to finish
  • Speed is your advantage — always be moving and attacking

Bandit Kit

B

Original

Strengths

Balanced and reliable with easy-to-understand abilities. No major weaknesses make it an excellent learning tool for new players.

E: Quick Slash — fast forward attack

R: Bandit Strike — multi-hit combo

Pro Tips

  • Great weapon for learning M1 timing and ability usage
  • Quick Slash is safe on block — use it to pressure in Allusions 2
  • Bandit Strike works best after an M1 combo confirm

Commando Pistols

B

Original

Strengths

Ranged pressure from dual pistols allows you to fight at mid-range effectively. Can poke and zone opponents who rely on melee weapons.

E: Rapid Fire — quick burst of shots

R: Grenade Launch — explosive projectile

Pro Tips

  • Keep mid-range distance against melee weapons
  • Rapid Fire is great for applying pressure between M1 combos
  • Grenade Launch can be combo'd after M1 hits for extra damage

Bone Harpoon

B

Original

Strengths

Harpoon mechanic provides unique combo extensions by pulling opponents back. Excellent for extending strings that other weapons cannot reach.

E: Harpoon Throw — projectile that pulls enemies

R: Skull Crusher — close-range heavy strike

Pro Tips

  • Use Harpoon Throw to catch opponents trying to escape
  • Pull opponents back after M1 combo for extended strings
  • Skull Crusher is slow — only use when opponent is stunned or pulled

Breaker Style

C

Original

Strengths

Unique abilities that can catch opponents off-guard. Situationally powerful when matched with the right arsenal.

E: Break Rush — dashing attack

R: Shatter Strike — heavy breaking attack

Pro Tips

  • Break Rush can punish whiffed attacks from distance
  • Shatter Strike is risky — only use on confirmed hits
  • Best paired with mobility arsenals for hit-and-run play

Darksteel

C

Dark Souls

Strengths

Highest damage per M1 hit among all weapons. Each strike is devastating, rewarding patient and well-timed attacks over spam.

E: Stance Break — guard-breaking heavy attack

R: Dark Slash — delayed powerful swing

Pro Tips

  • Patience is key — wait for opponents to whiff before attacking
  • Stance Break can break blocks in Allusions 2
  • Dark Slash has a long windup — use it to punish, never to initiate

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I learn one weapon or try them all?+
Since loadouts are random, you should learn the basics of every weapon. Focus on mastering 2-3 weapons first, then expand. The randomizer system means you cannot choose your weapon each round.
Do weapons have different attack speeds?+
Yes, each weapon has unique M1 attack speeds and combo timing. Heavy weapons like Darksteel swing slower but deal more damage per hit. Light weapons like Black Leg attack faster with less damage per strike.
Can I see what weapon I will get before a round?+
No, weapon assignments are random each round. However, during intermission you can see the upcoming map and plan your general strategy. In Allusions 2, Replication mode gives all players the same weapon.
What is the most important thing to learn about weapons?+
Understanding E and R ability timing is crucial. Every weapon has two abilities with different startup animations and hitboxes. Learning when to use each ability — and when to save them — separates good players from great ones.

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