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Vampire Survivors Weapons Database

Updated 2026-10-15T00:00:00.000Z Source Community mechanics documentation; exact figures to be verified against the game's own data By
Data status: This page explains mechanics and decision rules. Where a precise number matters we say so and mark it, rather than guessing.

What this database covers

This table lists weapons by the job they do, written in plain language. We describe behavior, not exact damage or cooldown, because those figures need checking against the game’s own data before we publish them.

Use it to plan which weapons fill gaps in your build. Pair it with the weapon priority page for pickup order.

WeaponType / notes (plain language)
WhipClose-range forward strike; the starting weapon on the default character.
Magic WandAuto-targets the nearest enemy; steady, reliable single-target damage.
KnifeFast, long-range shot fired in the direction you face.
AxeArcs overhead and lands with a wide area of impact.
CrossFires in four directions at once for broad coverage.
King BibleOrbits the player as a rotating block that blocks and damages.
Fire WandLaunches a fireball straight ahead on a short cadence.
GarlicConstant damage aura centered on the player; crowd control up close.
Santa WaterDrops a puddle that damages enemies standing in it over time.
RunetracerBounces between nearby enemies, good for clustered packs.
Lightning RingStrikes random nearby enemies; useful when the screen fills.
PentagramClears most enemies from the screen on a long cooldown.
PeachoneA bird that flies loops around the player and shoots.
Ebony WingsA bird weapon that mirrors Peachone’s looping flight pattern.
Shadow PinionSpins around the player like a shield of projectiles.
Gatti AmariSummons cats that wander and attack nearby foes.
Holy WandThe evolved form of Magic Wand; stronger auto-targeted bolts.
Bloody TearThe evolved form of Whip; hits harder and heals on kill.

The evolved entries show where a weapon can lead once it fuses with its passive. See the evolution mechanics page for how the fusion triggers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best weapon in Vampire Survivors?

There is no single best weapon. The strongest pick covers a gap in your build, then scales through upgrades into an evolution.

Is Garlic a good weapon in Vampire Survivors?

Garlic gives steady close-range crowd control. It shines against swarms that press in and falls behind when enemies attack from range.

What are the evolved weapons in Vampire Survivors?

An evolved weapon fuses a maxed weapon with its named passive. It frees a slot and hits harder than the two parts did alone.

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