Weapon

Axatana

Axatana is the best overall primary weapon because it shifts between a heavy axe and rapid dual katanas, covering both burst damage and fast pressure.

Type

Transforming axe and dual katana

Weapon class

Primary weapon

Tier

S

Region

Mammon — Forgotten Tower / Sester’s Abbey

Combat style

Switch forms to match the opening: dual blades for quick chains and the axe for heavier impact, reach, and committed punishment.

Acquisition

In the Forgotten Tower near Sester’s Abbey, use the eastern pressure plate to open the gate, defeat the Dagger Sester, and collect Axatana from the nearby cubby.

Strengths

  • Two complementary movesets in one slot
  • Fast katana pressure
  • Heavy axe impact and broad matchup coverage

Weaknesses

  • Form switching has a readable delay
  • Maximum value requires learning two movesets

Recommended Tarstones

  • Duality Stone
  • Hexapod Core

Sources

  1. All Weapons and Tier List — Game8Reporting
  2. All weapon and sidearm locations — GameSpotReporting
  3. Mortal Shell II — PlayStation StoreOfficial
  4. Mortal Shell 2 Best Weapons And Sidearms — Rock Paper ShotgunReporting
  5. Mortal Shell II weapons checklist — Gamer GuidesReporting