The world of Pixel Quest is rich with exciting possibilities, and understanding the best Legendary items can significantly enhance your gameplay. Whether you’re crafting your ultimate build for a boss raid or farming mobs, knowing which weapons, abilities, and armor to prioritize can make all the difference. Below, I’ve compiled a comprehensive Pixel Quest tier list featuring essential gear and abilities that will elevate your adventures.
With numerous hours spent in the game and extensive testing behind it, I’m excited to share insights that will help you make informed choices in your quest.
Top Weapons in Pixel Quest
Generally, the most effective weapons in Pixel Quest are Staves and Bows, excelling in boss battles for their range, while Swords provide excellent AOE damage for crowd control. Axes and Daggers are versatile but require mastery of attack patterns since they lack the reach of Staves and Bows. Consider the special abilities and stat bonuses from Legendary items, and let’s break down the top choices.
| Weapon Categories | Ranking Reasons | Stats |
|---|---|---|
 Staff of the Worm  Ahi’s Reaper  T4 Staff  Coral Staff  Lily Staff  Sylvan Staff |
Boss Ranking• The Staff of the Worm (SoW) and Ahi’s Reaper are top-tier for bosses with reliable range and solid DPS. Pair Ahi’s Amulet with the Reaper for optimal damage. • The T4 Staff is also effective against all bosses. • Coral Staff has decent DPS but requires getting closer for optimal output, while Lily Staff suffers from poor damage spread despite good range. • Sylvan Staff ranks lower due to its weak range. Mob Ranking• Staves lack piercing capability for groups, but SoW and Ahi perform well against elite dungeons. Coral Staff excels in crowds thanks to its elemental spread. | • Worm StaffDamage: 45-55 Range: 10 Tiles Shots: 1 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s On Equip: +10 Wisdom, +30 Mana • Ahi’s ReaperDamage: 30-35 Range: 12 Tiles Shots: 2 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s On Shot: If “Ahi’s Amulet” is equipped, shoot an additional projectile dealing 20-25 True Damage • Executioner’s Staff T4Damage: 22-26 Range: 10 Tiles Shots: 2 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s • Coral StaffDamage: 20-25 Range: 10 Tiles Shots: 1 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s On Equip: +10 Wisdom. On Shot: 50% chance to fire 2 additional projectiles dealing 25-30 damage Valor Boost: 1% • Lily StaffDamage: 5-20 Range: 10 Tiles Shots: 2 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s On Equip: +50 Mana • Sylvan StaffDamage: 5-20 Range: 4 Tiles Shots: 8 Rate of Fire: 2.5/s On Equip: +5 Wisdom |
 Mushroom Bow  T4 Bow  Hand Cannon |
Boss Ranking• The Mushroom Bow is effective for safe boss clears due to its range and respectable damage. • The Hand Cannon, while lower in DPS, delivers significant single-shot damage with each successful hit. Mob Ranking• The Cannon is decent but excels in single-hit situations, while Bows perform better against crowds. | • T4 BowDamage: 17-21 Range: 8 Tiles Shots: 3 (pierces enemies) Rate of Fire: 2.4/s • Mushroom BowDamage: 25-30 Range: 8 Tiles Shots: 2 (pierces enemies) Rate of Fire: 2.4/s On Stat: At 45 WIS, gain 3 additional projectiles dealing 10-15 damage Valor Boost: 2% |
 Flame Claymore  T4 Sword |
Boss Ranking• The Flame Claymore offers substantial DPS but needs you to stay close to bosses, making it a higher-risk option. Mob Ranking• It excels in decimating crowds and non-boss enemies in dungeons. | • Flame ClaymoreDamage: 75-85 Shots: 1 Rate of Fire: 1.3/s Sword Category: Shots hit multiple enemies in a cone & pass through solids. On Equip: +5 Attack On Shoot: With “Heavy Armor,” gain a 65% chance to shoot 5 additional burning projectiles dealing 10-15 Damage. Valor Bonus: 1% • Emerald Sword T4Damage: 70-101 Shots: 1 Rate of Fire: 1.3/s Sword Category: Shots hit multiple enemies in a cone & pass through solids. |
 Putrid Knife/Dagger of the Bog  T4 Dagger |
Boss Ranking• Daggers can be tricky against bosses due to positioning, but the Putrid Knife shines when using Bombs. Mob Ranking• Daggers may not fare well in crowds, but the Putrid Knife excels thanks to its unique synergy. | • Putrid Knife (Dagger of the Bog)Damage: 45-54 Range: 6 Tiles Shots: 1 Rate of Fire: 3.75/s On Bomb: Fires 9 slowing projectiles dealing 25-30 damage each. Valor Bonus: 2% • Gilded Dagger T4Damage: 51-55 Shots: 1 Range: 6 Tiles Rate of Fire: 2.7/s |
 Captain’s Axe  Warped Axe  T4 Axe |
Boss Ranking• Axes like Captain’s Axe require aiming and dodging precision, but they deliver impressive DPS with continuous hits. Mob Ranking• The Warped Axe, although slower, is more effective against crowds with its defensive stacking capabilities. | • Warped AxeDamage: 94-96 Range: 9 Tiles Shots: 1 (pierces enemies) Rate of Fire: 1.25/s On Enemy Kill: Gain 2 DEF for 10 seconds • Captain’s AxeDamage: 50-57 Range: 9 Tiles Shots: 1 (pierces enemies) Rate of Fire: 1/s Inflict: Burning for 5s at 16.5 DPS On Bomb: 60% chance to gain 10 VIT for 2 seconds. • Verdant Axe T4Damage: 88-92 Range: 6 Tiles Shots: 1 (pierces enemies) Rate of Fire: 1/s |
Best Abilities in Pixel Quest
The effectiveness of abilities in Pixel Quest greatly hinges on whether you’re participating in a team raid or adventuring solo, and if you’re taking on bosses or farming mobs. I’ve ranked Legendary and T4 abilities, but if your mana is limited, feel free to think of T4 stats as T3 or T2 for lower mana costs. Let’s explore the rankings below.
| Abilities | Ranking Reasons | Stats |
|---|---|---|
 T4 Totem |
Boss Ranking• Essential for large boss raids as it can heal both you and your teammates. Mob Ranking• It proves useful in dungeons, though less necessary when farming in the overworld. | • Divine Totem T4Heal Wave: 92 HP on Contact + Self Shots: 1 Size: 3 Tiles Speed: 14 Tiles/s Range: 5 Tiles MP Cost: 70 Cooldown: 4s |
  Damage Bombs |
Boss Ranking• Annihilates bosses, especially with high-tier weapons that have On-Bomb synergy, like the Putrid Knife. Mob Ranking• It stands out as the best ability for crowd control and farming. | • Siege BombDamage: 37-73 MP Cost: 60 Max Distance: 20 Tiles Cooldown: 0.8s Applies: Burning on enemies for 5s at 61.7 DPS • Toxic FluidDamage: 50-70 MP Cost: 60 Max Distance: 20 Tiles Cooldown: 0.6s On Equip: +15 Dexterity, +5 Speed Valor Boost: 2% |
  Spells |
Boss Ranking• Currently not as powerful against bosses due to a lack of weapon synergy, although Venom Spell has seen buffs to improve its reliability. Mob Ranking• Excellent for crowd control and farming. | • Spectral Spell T4Damage: 37-55 Range: 14 Tiles Shots: 6 (passes through solids) Rate of Fire: 2/s Cooldown: 0.5s MP Cost: 45 • Venom SpellDamage: 40-45 Range: 5 Tiles/20 Tiles for shots Shots: 8 (passes through solids) Rate of Fire: 2/s Cooldown: 0.5s MP Cost: 45 Valor Boost: 2% |
  Flags |
Boss Ranking• Having at least one or two Flags in boss raids can bolster team damage output significantly. Mob Ranking• Not particularly useful for overworld and farming since Bombs or Spells offer better options. | • Royal Guidon T4MP Cost: 70 Radius: 6 Tiles Cooldown: 9s Applies: Tankiness to allies (+10 DEF), Rally (+30% PROJ SPD), Strengthening (+23 ATK) for 5s • Blossom FlagMP Cost: 70 Radius: 6 Tiles Cooldown: 9s Applies: Focus (+20 WIS), Rally (+30% PROJ SPD), Healing (+15 VIT) for 10s |
 Mushroom Bomb |
Boss Ranking• A unique but slightly less potent alternative to the Totem for boss raids, offering the advantage of range. Mob Ranking• It is not necessary for farming mobs. | • Mooshroom BombDamage: 0 MP Cost: 60 Max Distance: 20 Tiles Cooldown: 0.8s On Hit: Heals you and allies for 70 HP Valor Boost: 2% |
Optimal Armor in Pixel Quest
Stay tuned for detailed stats covering the best armor pieces in Pixel Quest. My current rankings focus primarily on DPS rather than survivability. Mastering boss patterns allows you to minimize damage taken, especially when you have healing items like Totems or Soothing Pendants. Hence, armor pieces enhancing Attack, Dexterity, Wisdom, and Mana rank higher. Don’t overlook Ahi’s Hide for its speed boost, which makes dodging much easier. The Worm’s Robe stands out for its bonuses, offering +50 Mana, +10 Wisdom, +23 Attack, with added immunity to sickness.
Essential Equipment in Pixel Quest
More information on optimal equipment in Pixel Quest will be available soon. I’ve evaluated all Legendary and T4 gear, including Belts, Boots, Bracelets, Crowns, Hats, Helmets, Pendants, and Rings. Similar to the other categories, my focus was on DPS over survivability. Once you familiarize yourself with boss mechanics, you will naturally take less damage, especially with healing options like Totems available. Hence, equipment items that enhance Attack, Dexterity, Wisdom, and Mana rank higher. A special mention goes to Soothing Pendant, perfect for quick healing through rapid equip and unequip actions.
That wraps up my Pixel Quest tier list covering essential weapons, armor, abilities, and equipment. For more insights, keep an eye out for my list of all Legendary item drop locations, which will be updated soon with the latest additions from this tier list. Explore more related content at Moyens I/O.