How many weapons are in Mortal Shell II?

The exact count depends on the current patch. Official material confirms multiple melee families and sidearms, with community guides documenting the full retail set.

Can I miss a weapon permanently?

No. All weapons remain accessible. Some may require returning to an earlier area with a new ability or key.

Did Patch 86328 change weapon locations?

Yes. The official patch notes say the Axe and Dagger and the Crossbow were moved to new locations.

Weapons & Upgrades

Mortal Shell II All Weapon Locations and How to Find Them

Published 2026-08-25 · Updated 2026-08-25

Discover every Mortal Shell II melee weapon and sidearm with a safe retail-verified exploration method and community video references.

Accuracy note: Source-backed and checked 2026-08-25. Patch-sensitive values are excluded unless verified.

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Checked on 2026-08-25. Store details and balance may change after patches.

How Weapon Discovery Works

Mortal Shell II features multiple melee weapon families and powerful sidearms. The official store says players who explore away from the golden path can discover weaponry and upgrades. Weapons are placed in specific locations: some are sold by vendors, others are looted from corpses or guarded by mini-bosses, and some are hidden behind environmental puzzles.\n\nPatch 86328 specifically moved the Axe and Dagger and the Crossbow to new locations, proving that weapon placement can change between patches. Always verify a location guide's patch date before following it.

Weapon Families in Mortal Shell II

Based on official footage and community guides, the weapon pool includes several distinct families:\n\n- Swords (balanced speed and reach)\n- Greatswords and Greathammers (slow, heavy posture damage)\n- Axes and Halberds (mid-range crowd control)\n- Spears and Rapiers (fast, long reach)\n- Daggers (quick, low commitment)\n\nEach family has different light chains, heavy attacks, and posture pressure. Test an unupgraded weapon against familiar enemies before deciding whether to invest rare materials.

Sidearm Locations

Sidearms are ranged firearms that complement your melee weapon. The official site highlights their tactical value. Sidearms are typically found in:\n\n1. Early vendor inventory (basic sidearms)\n2. Optional dungeon side paths\n3. Mini-boss rewards\n4. Hidden areas requiring a short detour\n\nBecause sidearm ammunition is limited, prioritize finding one that matches your playstyle rather than collecting every variant. A fast-firing interrupt tool serves a different purpose than a slow heavy-damage cannon.

A Safe Location-Hunting Method

Instead of memorizing coordinates, use this repeatable process:\n\n1. In each new region, identify all visible weapon-like landmarks: corpses with glowing items, weapon racks, vendor stalls, and mini-boss arenas.\n2. Approach one landmark at a time. If it is guarded, evaluate whether you can clear the encounter with your current build.\n3. When you acquire a new weapon, immediately test its light and heavy attacks against a nearby common enemy.\n4. Record the weapon's name, location landmark, and your first impression.\n5. Only return to upgrade it after confirming the moveset fits your Shell and playstyle.\n\nThis method avoids the frustration of spending scarce materials on a weapon you later abandon.

Video Walkthroughs

For exact visual locations, community videos cover the retail release weapon placements. The most comprehensive is 'Complete Weapon Guide: Movesets, Infusions and Locations' by FightinCowboy (25:06), which shows each weapon's location, unupgraded moveset, and infusion options.\n\nAlways check the video description or comments for patch-date corrections. If the video predates Patch 86328, the Axe/Dagger and Crossbow locations shown may be outdated.

After Patch 86328: Changed Locations

The official Patch 86328 notes state that the Axe and Dagger and the Crossbow were moved to new locations. If you are following a guide created before this patch, those two weapons may not be where described.\n\nFor these specific weapons:\n- Check the most recent community video or guide dated after August 22, 2026.\n- Use the exploration method above and prioritize recently updated optional paths.\n- Report any confirmed new location to help keep community resources current.