Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Complete Blade Guide: Every Blade and How They Work

Blades are collectible, living weapons in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Each one brings its own skill set and can significantly reshape how Rex and other Drivers handle combat. If you’re looking for a complete Blade rundown, this XC2 guide covers every Blade in the game and also explains what Blades are if you’re still getting your footing. Use the table below to jump to details on any specific Blade.

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Blades are collectible, sentient weapons in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Each Blade offers a new set of skills and will change how Rex and other drivers play in combat. This XC2 guide lists every Blade, plus explains what Blades are if you’re confused. Click on a link in the table below to learn more about that Blade.

All Blades in Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 groups Blades into three categories. First are story Blades such as Pyra and Poppi—these are tied to specific characters. Next are Rare Blades, which you can obtain through Core Crystals and quests. Finally, Common Blades are randomized drops pulled from Core Crystals.

Every Blade also comes with an element alignment and a specific combat role. Those two attributes are key for customizing your overall fight style, so your job is to track down the Blades that best fit the way you want to play.

There are 38 unique Blades in XC2:

For more Xenoblade Chronicles 2 game help, check out:

  • Walkthrough
  • Side Quests
  • Cheats and Secrets

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