While the 'best' equipment often comes from the Eureka Crystal Tower, understanding optimal gear for each job throughout the game is crucial. Generally:
- Physical Attackers (Warrior, Knight, Dragoon, Ninja, Dark Knight): Prioritize weapons with the highest Attack power. For armor, focus on high Defense and Magic Defense. Ultimate weapons like Ragnarok, Excalibur, Gungnir, and Masamune are top-tier.
- Monk: Focus on Knuckles with high Attack. Monks also benefit from high HP and Defense gear.
- Black Mages (Black Mage, Magus, Sage): Prioritize Rods that boost Intellect and Magic Attack. Robes and light armor are preferred for Magic Defense. The Omnirod is a prime example.
- White Mages (White Mage, Devout, Sage): Prioritize Staves that boost Mind and Magic Defense. Robes and light armor are preferred. The Elder Staff is excellent.
- Summoner: Similar to Black Mages, focus on Intellect-boosting gear.
- Thief: Daggers with high Attack and Agility-boosting armor.
- Scholar: Books and light armor. Focus on Intellect and Mind.
