⚔️ Why Patch 1.2.3 Shook Up the Weapon Meta
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s Patch 1.2.3 introduced a serious round of balancing. The devs fixed some damage exploits (sorry, Medalum lovers), re-tuned weapon scaling, and nerfed key skills like Maelle’s Stendhal. But don’t worry—we’ve got your updated weapon roadmap right here.
Whether you’re team-damage stacking, AP-generating, or crit-farming, this guide highlights the top weapons by character that still shine after the patch.
🛡️ Gustave & Verso
Lanceram
Why it’s still strong: Lanceram helps prevent Verso from dipping below Rank C and gives Perfection bonuses on parries, making it ideal for late-game builds. Solid base stats and smooth scaling make it a reliable mainstay.
How to get it: Defeat Lancelier in Spring Meadows or purchase it from Cruler in Coastal Cave.
Contorso (Verso Exclusive)
Why it slaps: 100% crit chance at Rank S and lightning strikes on crits make this a powerhouse if you’re a parry pro.
How to get it: Beat the Contortionniste in The Chosen Path.
🌑 Lune
Scaverim
Why it’s top-tier: Scaverim generates Dark Stains, each adding +50% skill damage. Stack it right, and you’re nuking everything in sight.
How to get it: Take down Scavenger in Falling Leaves.
Snowim (Support Build)
Why it’s strong: Healing, AP regen, and stain generation all rolled into one. Great for mid-to-late-game support roles.
🔥 Maelle
Medalum (Nerfed But Usable)
What changed: The patch fixed a bug where Virtuose Stance doubled all damage—it now only buffs Burn damage. Still viable for burn builds.
How to get it: Win the Gestral Village Arena as Maelle.
📎 Medalum Weapon Guide – ScreenRant
Lithum
Why it’s good: Automatically enters Virtuose Stance after counterattacks. Works beautifully with parry-heavy playstyles.
❄️ Sciel
Blizzon
Why it’s risky but rewarding: Charged Moon Skills always crit, but you take double damage. Good post-patch scaling with Luck and Defense.
How to get it: Defeat Chromatic Ballet in Falling Leaves.
Charnon
Why it’s fun: 100% crits in Twilight, and it stacks damage the more you evade. Excellent for glass-cannon builds.
🎭 Monoco
Joyaro
Why it’s top-tier: Starts the battle in Almighty Mask, increasing skill and Break damage from the get-go.
How to get it: Defeat Ultimate Sakapatate in Endless Night Sanctuary.
Urnaro
Why it’s clutch: Gives +2 AP to allies on Break and enhances Break damage. The ultimate support weapon for AP-starved teams.
🔧 Key Patch 1.2.3 Weapon Balance Notes
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Medalum: Now only boosts Burn damage in Virtuose Stance (used to double all damage).
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Blizzon: Luck scaling reduced, but Defense scaling added (starts at D).
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Stendhal (Skill): Damage nerfed by 40%—a major hit to Maelle’s damage output.
📎 Balance Changes Overview – Deltia’s Gaming
🧠 Final Thoughts: What to Equip Now?
Post-patch, you’ll want to prioritize weapons with strong base stats and consistent scaling. High-risk builds like Blizzon and Contorso still shine in the right hands, while support and synergy-focused tools like Urnaro are better than ever.
Avoid leaning too hard on pre-patch crutches like Medalum’s former universal buff. The game’s balance is tightening—time to sharpen your tactics.
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