Duet Night Abyss Starter Guide (2026): Master Your First Weapon & Gear Up for the Meta

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(Updated January 2026)

Stepping into the ruined beauty of Aetheria is a very different experience today than it was at launch. The much-discussed overhaul has completely transformed progression: gacha banners are gone, and stamina limits have been removed.

Every character and weapon can now be earned through dedicated gameplay, making early decisions about strategy and playstyle, not luck.

This Version 1.1 starter guide explains the truth behind your first weapon choice, where those weapons rank in the current meta, and how to transition toward the powerful endgame gear that now defines Duet Night Abyss.

🎯 The First Real Choice: Screamshot vs. Osteobreaker (Explained)

Your first major decision happens during the “Escape the Purgatorio Island” tutorial. Inside a crate, you must choose one of two ranged weapons.

Duet Night Abyss Starter Guide: Osteobreaker vs Screamshot

Weapon Breakdown

  • Osteobreaker

    • Long-range Assault Rifle

    • High fire rate

    • Ideal for tactical, distance-based playstyles

  • Screamshot

    • Short-range Shotgun

    • Fires multiple pellets

    • Designed for aggressive, high-burst combat

⚠️ The Critical Detail

This choice is permanent during the tutorial. You cannot retrieve the other weapon from the crate later.
However, you are not permanently locked out of the weapon you didn’t choose.

Tutorial Weapon Comparison Table

WeaponTrue Weapon TypeIdeal PlaystyleTutorial Choice Impact
OsteobreakerAssault Rifle (Long Range)Tactical, keep-your-distancePermanent pick from tutorial crate
ScreamshotShotgun (Short Range)Aggressive, high-risk burstPermanent pick from tutorial crate

🛠️ How to Get the Other Weapon (and the Meta Reality)

If you skipped one weapon during the tutorial, you can still obtain it later.

Available Methods

  • Item Shop Purchase

    • Cost: 3,280 Phoxene Plumule (premium currency)

  • Crafting via Covert Commissions

    • Unlocks at higher Trial Ranks

    • Requires farming materials and blueprints

Current Community Tier Rankings

Before investing heavily, it’s important to understand how these weapons perform long-term.

  • Osteobreaker

    • Commonly ranked A-Tier

    • Strong for skill-duration builds, buffers, and summoners

    • Not considered top-tier endgame

  • Screamshot

    • Frequently placed in B-Tier or lower

    • Niche or transitional weapon

Summary: Both are excellent starter weapons, but most players replace them as stronger options become available.

🔥 Version 1.1 “Wind Awakening” – The New Meta Landscape

Version 1.1 significantly expands the game with:

  • New region: Huaxu

  • New characters: Fushu and Kezhou

  • Powerful new weapons that dominate endgame builds

Starter weapons no longer define the meta. Instead, endgame performance revolves around newer gear.

Weapon Tier Overview (Community Meta)

TierWeapon ExamplesRole & Context
SS-Tier (Meta-Defining)Excresduo (Dual Pistols), Halcyon Gracefall (Whipblade)Best-in-slot for most characters with massive skill damage or unique effects
S-Tier (Powerful)Wanewraith (Polearm), Embla Inflorescence (Bow)Reliable, clears all content, often role-specific best-in-class
A-Tier (Solid)Osteobreaker (Assault Rifle)Good with investment; excels on long-duration skill builds
B-Tier & Below (Niche)Screamshot (Shotgun)Situational or transitional only

New Player Goal: Use your starter weapon to progress, then begin farming SS- and S-Tier weapons through endgame systems.

📈 Starter Roadmap for 2026

1️⃣ Choose Your Tutorial Weapon

  • Osteobreaker for ranged control

  • Screamshot for close-range burst

  • Don’t stress—this choice won’t limit your future

2️⃣ Progress Through the Main Story

  • Unlock Covert Commissions

  • Gain access to the Item Shop

3️⃣ Engage With Version 1.1 Content

  • Huaxu unlocks after story progression

  • Explore new zones:

    • Mistwharf

    • Zhuyin Altar

4️⃣ Farm Real Endgame Gear

  • Target SS- and S-Tier weapons

  • Key activities:

    • Nocturnal Echoes

    • Immersive Theatre

    • Covert Commissions (Secret Letters)

  • Note: Community testing suggests true drop rates may be lower than the stated 10%

5️⃣ Experiment With New Characters

  • Fushu is especially valuable for surviving environmental Corruption in Huaxu

🏁 Final Thoughts

Duet Night Abyss is now more open, skill-driven, and player-friendly than ever before.

Your starter weapon is not your destiny—it’s your training tool. Use it to learn the systems, explore the world, and unlock the paths that lead to the game’s true endgame arsenal.

Which weapon did you choose from the tutorial crate, and how has it felt so far?
Share your early impressions in the comments below and help other new players decide.          

🌐 Community & Resources Links

Stay connected with the Duet Night Abyss community for updates, tips, and exclusive rewards:

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