While Shanoa's primary attacks come from Glyphs, her equipped weapons and armor provide crucial stat bonuses. Weapons are typically categorized by their attack type (e.g., sword, axe, spear) and provide Strength bonuses. Armor, including headgear, body armor, and accessories, offers defense, elemental resistances, and various stat boosts.
Weapon Types:
- Swords: Balanced attack speed and power.
- Axes: Slower, but higher damage.
- Spears: Long reach, moderate damage.
- Daggers: Very fast, lower damage.
Armor Types:
- Head: Helmets, circlets. Provide defense and sometimes INT/MND.
- Body: Cuirasses, robes. Provide significant defense and various stat boosts.
- Accessories: Rings, amulets. Offer diverse bonuses like LCK, MP regen, or elemental resistance.
Always aim to equip the best available gear. Check Jacob's Forge for crafting new, more powerful equipment. Some rare equipment can only be found as drops from specific enemies or in hidden areas. Experiment with different combinations to find the optimal setup for your current challenges and preferred playstyle. The right armor can significantly reduce incoming damage, while a powerful weapon can drastically shorten boss fights.