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Small array of weapons

The weapon equipment list in Final Fantasy VIII is the smallest of its kind in the Final Fantasy series (unless you count Final Fantasy X-2 where you don't equip weapons, since the weapon changes when you change Dresspheres), including the weapons equippable by people who are in your party for a short period of time. There is a total of 35 equippable weapons (13 if you discount the weapons that are upgraded versions of the original weapon).

Gunblades

Difficult to manage well and requiring a lot of skill. These weapons belong to Squall Leonhart and Seifer Almasy. All models of Gunblade have the distinction of having a 255% percent hit rate.

Squall's Gunblades

Weapon	Image	Cost	Limits	Description	Items Required
Revolver		100G	Rough Divide	The gunblade's original model. What it lacks in power, it more than makes up for with its reliability. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	M-stone Piece x6, Screw x2.
Shear Trigger		200G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle	An improvement over the Revolver, Shear Trigger uses the same blade as the Revolver, but the gun aspect is now more powerful. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Steel Pipe x1, Screw x1.
Cutting Trigger		400G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle	This Cutting Trigger is made by replacing the blade of the Revolver with the powerful Cutting Sword. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Mesmerize Blade x1, Screw x8.
Flame Saber		600G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone	The Flame Saber got its name from its red blade. This gunblade is very similar to the Cutting Trigger. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Betrayal Sword x1, Turtle Shell x1, Screw x8.
Twin Lance		800G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone	The Twin Lance is a gunblade forged with two blades. The two blades work synergistically to inflict severe damage. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Dino Bone x1, Red Fang x2, Screw x12.
Punishment		1,000G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone	The Punishment looks almost identical to the Twin Lance, but is lighter and more powerful. The only gunblade more powerful than this is the Lion Heart. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Chief's Knife x1, Star Fragment x2, Turtle Shell x1, Screw x8.
Lion Heart		2,000G	Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone, Lion Heart	Of gunblades, the finest model is the Lion Heart. It requires rare items to be remodeled to its highest quality. Sporting an Assault Rifle Handle this gunblade possesses the ability to switch between different fire settings. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Adamantine x1, Dragon Fang x4, Pulse Ammo x12.

Seifer's Gunblade

Weapon	Image	Cost	Limits	Description
Hyperion		N/A	No Mercy, Demon Slice, Bloodfest, Zantetsuken Reverse	This gunblade uses a semi-automatic pistol, resembling that of a Beretta, rather than a revolver as a handle and it also has a unique blade. Seifer uses it differently from Squall's gunblades, in a backhand slash rather than a forward one, although this may just be his fighting style and not due to any design mechanic of the weapon, and he also uses it with one hand rather than two. Due to a lack of mention in any source material involving gunblades it is unknown whether this is an actual model type or a custom designed model for Seifer's personal use.

Blaster Edges

Wrist mounted ranged weapons. Rinoa's preferred form of defense.

Weapon	Image	Cost	Description	Items Required
Pinwheel		100G	A weapon that can be used from a distance and have many advantages. The Pinwheel is one of the more basic projectile weapons. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	M-stone Piece x3.
Valkyrie		200G	Valkyrie is a projectile weapon that can fly straight at the enemy using its stabilizing fins. The blade is extremely deadly. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Shear Feather x1, Magic Stone x1.
Rising Sun		400G	The Rising Sun is similar to a circular saw. It is made by upgrading the Pinwheel. It is capable of slicing into enemies like a spinning saw and dealing a devastating blow. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Saw Blade x1, Screw x8.
Cardinal		800G	The Cardinal is the latest line of projectile weapons. The wide fins provide more stability and accuracy compared to the Valkyrie. Its greater accuracy cause more damage. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Cockatrice Pinion x1, Mesmerize Blade x1, Sharp Spike x1.
Shooting Star		1,000G	Now we show you the finest projectile weapon, the Shooting Star. Don't let the angel wing motif fool you, it's a deadly weapon. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Windmill x2, Regen Ring x1, Force Armlet x1, Energy Crystal x2.

Gloves

Blunt and to the point. Zell's area of expertise.

Weapon	Image	Cost	Description	Items Required
Metal Knuckle		100G	A punch can be a deadly weapon, but it can be made even more effective by wearing this, the Metal Knuckle. These gloves are widely used. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Fish Fin x1, M-Stone Piece x4.
Maverick		200G	With the Maverick, the combatant can deliver direct punching blows to the enemy. The gloves are made of black leather and have metal plates on the knuckles. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Dragon Fin x1, Spider Web x1.
Gauntlet		400G	The Gauntlet is covered with layers of steel. It is a fighting glove for delivering heavy rather than smooth blows. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Dragon Skin x1, Fury Fragment x1.
Ehrgeiz		800G	Ehrgeiz is the most powerful fighting glove. It allows the wearer to deliver optimal hits based on his or her abilities. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Adamantine x1, Dragon Skin x4, Fury Fragment x1.

Whips

The artful and precise weapon of Quistis.

Weapon	Image	Cost	Description	Items Required
Chain Whip		100G	Whips are effective against enemies that are close or far away. This Chain Whip has a simple design, but is very reliable in battle. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	M-stone Piece x2, Spider Web x1.
Slaying Tail		200G	This whip, the Slaying Tail, is known for its tremendous speed and power. It is named after Sleipner, the horse of the legendary GF Odin. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Magic Stone x2, Sharp Spike x1.
Red Scorpion		400G	The Red Scorpion is a unique whip made of rare materials. Its strength comes from the Dragon Skin, while its flexibility comes from the Ochu Tentacle. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Ochu Tentacle x2, Dragon Skin x2.
Save the Queen		800G	Save the Queen is the most powerful whip in the world. It is made with Malboro's Tentacle which are the most ideal material for making whips. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Malboro Tentacle x2, Sharp Spike x4, Energy Crystal x4.

Nunchaku

Selphie's preferred weapon.

Weapon	Image	Cost	Description	Items Required
Flail		100G	Even a weakling can cause serious damage with this type of Nunchaku but they're also hard to use. This Flail has long been a favorite for beginners. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	M-Stone Piece x2, Bomb Fragment x1.
Morning Star		200G	The end of the Morning Star were equipped spike metal balls to cause more damage. It is a plain weapon, similar to Nunchaku, but it is fairly effective. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Steel Orb x2, Sharp Spike x2.
Crescent Wish		400G	The Crescent Wish is an extremely powerful weapon. Some rare items are required to forge the weapon. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Inferno Fang x1, Life Ring x1, Sharp Spike x4.
Strange Vision		800G	This Strange Vision is famous for its ability to hit a target with perfect accuracy. It's also famous for its rarity. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Adamantine x1, Star Fragment x3, Curse Spike x2.

Shotguns

Irvine's weapon of choice as an accomplished sniper.

Weapon	Image	Cost	Description	Items Required
Valiant		100G	Guns have the advantages of range, but damage is less compared to swords. The Valiant uses powerful bullets to cause damage comparable to swords. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Steel Pipe x1, Screw x4.
Ulysses		200G	The Ulysses lacks style, but is a quality rifle with tremendous fire power. The inelegant design was necessary to absorb the powerful recoil after firing. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Steel Pipe x1, Bomb Fragment x1, Screw x2.
Bismarck		400G	Contrary to the Ulysses, the Bismarck has a sleek look. The rifle is very handy and light, but in turn requires more physical strength and energy to handle its powerful recoil. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Steel Pipe x2, Dynamo Stone x4, Screw x8.
Exeter		800G	Exeter comes to mind when considering high powered guns. Despite its simple design, it's a fine weapon made of many rare materials. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.	Dino Bone x2, Moon Stone x1, Star Fragment x2, Screw x18.

Other Weapons

The following are the weapons usable by other characters in the game. None of these weapons can be purchased or remodeled, and are not mentioned in any issue of Weapons Monthly.

Weapon	Image	User	Description
Pole		Raijin	Raijin's battle staff, used for brute and strong attacks.
Missile Blade		Fujin	Fujin's chakram-like weapon, which she throws at enemies. Is long-ranged and does full damage to characters in the back row.
Machine Gun		Laguna	Laguna's firearm of choice used in his flashbacks, is long-ranged and does full damage from the back row.
Katal		Kiros	Kiros' dual-blades which he uses to slice enemies twice in succession. Their actual name is the Katar.
Harpoon		Ward	Ward's massive weapon which he throws like a lance. Is long-ranged and does full damage from the back row.
Blizzard Palm		Edea	Sorceress Edea's magical weapon, fires a blast of magical energy at enemies. Is long-ranged and does full damage from the back row.

Fanmade Final Fantasy VIII Weapons

Blaster Edges

Silenced Tear

Rinoa's secondary weapon in Dead Fantasy can be folded against the arm when not in use and, when activated, can be unfolded and ready to launch within seconds. Like the Blaster Edges before it the Silenced Tear is fired from a wrist mounted launcher and will return to the wielder near the end of its flight ready to be fired again.

When unfolded the center of the disc can be junctioned with magical power in a similar way to Final Fantasy VIII's Junction System. In Dead Fantasy II, Rinoa junctions it with Holy magic and activates it when clashing against Ayane.

Gunblades

Vanishing Star

Rinoa Heartilly's primary weapon in Dead Fantasy. It possesses a revolver handle like Squall's gunblade but features a different blade with a white feather and the words Vanishing Star inscribed upon it. Upon further inspection, the Gunblade has two triggers (as noted on Monty Oum's deviant) and an actual gun barrel atop the weapon's blade, as well as exhaust port's on the blade itself, suggesting that it can be used as ranged weapon as well. On said gun barrel, the words All Existence Denied are inscribed: a direct quote of Ultimecia in Final Fantasy VIII
Shotgun Blade

Dion Rogers' Rinoa is seen in concept art wielding this weapon. It possesses a Griever etching on the blade, which is identical in shape to the Revolver's blade. However, it possesses a shotgun handle instead of the Revolver handle.

Merchandise/Replicas

• Final Fantasy Master Arms include miniaturized replicas of both Squall's Revolver and Seifer's Hyperion.
• The Lion Heart model is included in the Play Arts Arms set along with four other ultimate weapons.
• As Squall's primary and iconic weapon a scaled replica of the Revolver gunblade has been featured with every Squall figurine regardless of what media or game the figure is portraying.