Getting a solid start in Warborne: Above Ashes Solarbite can make all the difference between endless grinding and fast progression. As someone who's already sunk dozens of hours into the game, I know how overwhelming those early missions can feel—especially when you're stuck with weak starter gear. This guide covers the top 6 early game weapons that helped me clear content faster, stay alive longer, and ultimately have more fun in Warborne Solarbite. I'll also include tips on how to get each weapon quickly, even if you're new to the game.
1. Embersteel Dagger
Fast, agile, and deadly in close quarters, the Embersteel Dagger was my go-to during the first few hours of Warborne: Above Ashes Solarbite. It has a fast attack speed and great crit scaling, which is perfect for rogue-type builds.
How to get it fast: Complete the side quest “Ashes in the Wind” in Emberfall early. I found this side mission after entering the settlement—it’s fairly short and rewards you with the dagger right after finishing the main objective.
2. Ionized Shortbow
Perfect for ranged combatants, the Ionized Shortbow deals solid energy-based damage and has a passive slow effect that helped me kite tough enemies in open zones.
How to get it fast: Farm Tier 1 enemies in the Radiant Expanse. You have a good drop rate (about 15% in my experience), especially after completing the “Stormcaller Beacon” mini-event in that zone.
3. Ceramite Splitblade
If you’re running a tankier build, the Ceramite Splitblade is your best bet early on. Its wide arc attacks make it excellent for crowd control, and its stagger chance saved me more times than I can count in close-range brawls.
How to get it fast: Purchase it through the U4GM marketplace with Warborne Solarbite instant delivery. This is a huge time-saver, especially if you don’t want to farm the level 10 supply convoys that drop it. I bought mine this way, and it was delivered in less than 5 minutes—completely worth it.
4. Sparkforged Pistol
This compact energy weapon is lightweight and extremely effective for mobile DPS characters. What I love most about it is how quickly it charges shots, allowing for fast hit-and-run tactics.
How to get it fast: Look for the hidden cache near the ruined Overwatch Tower in Zone 3B. You’ll need to complete a short puzzle involving three solar nodes, but it's totally manageable even at level 5-6.
5. Gloompiercer Halberd
Though a bit slower, this halberd has great reach and a nasty bleed-over-time effect. It helped me shred through armored enemies during dungeon runs like Vektra’s Hollow.
How to get it fast: Defeat the zone boss “Sableborn Krek” in the Molten Fringe. It’s not an easy fight solo, but grouping with another player or purchasing the weapon via Warborne Solarbite instant delivery from U4GM is a reliable shortcut.
6. Emberlash Wand
If you're playing a caster, the Emberlash Wand is essential. It buffs fire-based skills and adds burn damage to your standard attacks. I used this extensively with my Pyromancer build in the early game.
How to get it fast: Complete the “Trials of the Embered” questline in Ashridge Temple. Alternatively, U4GM’s Warborne Solarbite instant delivery option can get this in your hands quickly if you’d rather avoid the lengthy fetch quests tied to the temple.
As someone who's played both solo and in co-op mode, I can confidently say that starting with any of these weapons will make a huge difference in your Warborne: Above Ashes Solarbite experience. With some smart questing and strategic purchasing, you'll be dominating enemies far faster than players relying only on base gear.