Final Fantasy VIII weapons

Small array of weapons
The weapon equipment list in Final Fantasy VIII is the smallest of its kind in the Final Fantasy series (unless you count Final Fantasy X-2 where you don't equip weapons, since the weapon changes when you change Dresspheres), including the weapons equippable by people who are in your party for a short period of time. There is a total of 35 equippable weapons (13 if you discount the weapons that are upgraded versions of the original weapon).

Gunblades
Difficult to manage well and requiring a lot of skill. These weapons belong to Squall Leonhart and Seifer Almasy. All models of Gunblade have the distinction of having a 255% percent hit rate.

Squall's Gunblades
Revolver (リボルバー Riborubaa) Cost: 100G Limits: Rough Divide The gunblade's original model. What it lacks in power, it more than makes up for with its reliability. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * M-stone Piece x6
 * Screw x2

Shear Trigger (キャストレート　Kyasutoreeto - Castrate) Cost: 200G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle An improvement over the Revolver, Shear Trigger uses the same blade as the Revolver, but the gun aspect is now more powerful. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Steel Pipe x1
 * Screw x4

Cutting Trigger (カッティングトリガー Kattingu Torigaa) Cost: 400G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle This Cutting Trigger is made by replacing the blade of the Revolver with the powerful Cutting Sword. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Mesmerize Blade x1
 * Screw x8

Flame Saber (フレイムタン Fureimutan - Flametongue) Cost: 600G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone The Flame Saber got its name from its red blade. This gunblade is very similar to the Cutting Trigger. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Betrayal Sword x1
 * Turtle Shell x1
 * Screw x4

Twin Lance (ランすオブスリット Ransu Obu Suritto - Lance of Slit) Cost: 800G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone The Twin Lance is a gunblade forged with two blades. The two blades work synergistically to inflict severe damage. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Dino Bone x1
 * Red Fang x2
 * Screw x12

Punishment (クライム＆ペナルティ　Kuraimu & Penaruti - Crime & Penalty) Cost: 1000G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone The Punishment looks almost identical to the Twin Lance, but is lighter and more powerful. The only gunblade more powerful than this is the Lion Heart. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Chef's Knife x1
 * Star Fragment x2
 * Turtle Shell x1
 * Screw x8

Lion Heart (ライオンハートRaionhaato) Cost: 2000G Limits: Rough Divide, Fated Circle, Blasting Zone, Lion Heart Of gunblades, the finest model is the Lion Heart. It requires rare items to be remodeled to its highest quality. Sporting an Assault Rifle Handle this gunblade possesses the ability to switch between different fire settings. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in Weapons Monthly Magazine.
 * The Lion Heart is a themed model, modeled after the Guardian Force Griever as shown by the lion's bust designed into both sides of the gun section and a half-closed wing protruding out the top.

Items Required for Modification to this model:
 * Adamantine x1
 * Dragon Fang x4
 * Pulse Ammo x12

Seifer's Gunblade
Hyperion( ハイペリオン Haiperion) Limits: No Mercy, Demon Slice, Bloodfest, Zantetsuken Reverse This gunblade uses a semi-automatic pistol, resembling that of a Beretta, rather than a revolver as a handle and it also has a unique blade. Seifer uses it differently from Squall's gunblades, in a backhand slash rather than a forward one, although this may just be his fighting style and not due to any design mechanic of the weapon, and he also uses it with one hand rather than two. Due to a lack of mention in any source material involving gunblades it is unknown whether this is an actual model type or a custom designed model for Seifer's personal use.

Blaster Edges
Wrist mounted ranged weapons. Rinoa's preferred form of defense. Pinwheel Cost: 100G A weapon that can be used from a distance and have many advantages. The Pinwheel is one of the more basic projectile weapons. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * M-stone Piece x3

Valkyrie Cost: 200G Valkyrie is a projectile weapon that can fly straight at the enemy using its stabilizing fins. The blade is extremely deadly. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Shear Feather x1
 * Magic Stone x1

Rising Sun Cost: 400G The Rising Sun is similar to a circular saw. It is made by upgrading the Pinwheel. It is capable of slicing into enemies like a spinning saw and dealing a devastating blow. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Saw Blade x1
 * Screw x8

Cardinal Cost: 800G The Cardinal is the latest line of projectile weapons. The wide fins provide more stability and accuracy compared to the Valkyrie. Its greater accuracy cause more damage. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Cockatrice Pinion x1
 * Mesmerize Blade x1
 * Sharp Spike x1

Shooting Star Cost: 1,000G Now we show you the finest projectile weapon, the Shooting Star. Don't let the angel wing motif fool you, it's a deadly weapon. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Windmill x2
 * Regen Ring x1
 * Force Armlet x1
 * Energy Crystal x2

Gloves
Blunt and to the point. Zell's area of expertise. Metal Knuckle Cost: 100G A punch can be a deadly weapon, but it can be made even more effective by wearing this, the Metal Knuckle. These gloves are widely used. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Fish Fin x1
 * M-Stone Piece x4

Maverick Cost: 200G With the Maverick, the combatant can deliver direct punching blows to the enemy. The gloves are made of black leather and have metal plates on the knuckles. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Dragon Fin x1
 * Spider Web x1

Gauntlet Cost: 400G The Gauntlet is covered with layers of steel. It is a fighting glove for delivering heavy rather than smooth blows. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Dragon Skin x1
 * Fury Fragment x1

Ehrgeiz Cost: 800G Ehrgeiz is the most powerful fighting glove. It allows the wearer to deliver optimal hits based on his or her abilities. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Adamantine x1
 * Dragon Skin x4
 * Fury Fragment x1

Whips
The artful and precise weapon of Quistis. Chain Whip Cost: 100G Whips are effective against enemies that are close or far away. This Chain Whip has a simple design, but is very reliable in battle. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * M-Stone Piece x2
 * Spider Web x1

Slaying Tail Cost: 200G This whip, the Slaying Tail, is known for its tremendous speed and power. It is named after Sleipner, the horse of the legendary GF Odin. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Magic Stone x2
 * Sharp Spike x1

Red Scorpion Cost: 400G The Red Scorpion is a unique whip made of rare materials. Its strength comes from the Dragon Skin, while its flexibility comes from the Ochu Tentacle. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Ochu Tentacle x2
 * Dragon Skin x2

Save the Queen Cost: 800G Save the Queen is the most powerful whip in the world. It is made with Malboro's Tentacle which are the most ideal material for making whips. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the August Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Malboro Tentacle x2
 * Sharp Spike x4
 * Energy Crystal x4

Nunchaku
Selphie's preferred weapon. Flail Cost: 100G Even a weakling can cause serious damage with this type of Nunchaku but they're also hard to use. This Flail has long been a favorite for beginners. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the March Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * M-Stone Piece x2
 * Bomb Fragment x1

Morning Star Cost: 200G The end of the Morning Star were equipped spike metal balls to cause more damage. It is a plain weapon, similar to Nunchaku, but it is fairly effective. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the June Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Steel Orb x2
 * Sharp Spike x2

Crescent Wish Cost: 400G The Crescent Wish is an extremely powerful weapon. Some rare items are required to forge the weapon. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Inferno Fang x1
 * Life Ring x1
 * Sharp Spike x4

Strange Vision Cost: 800G This Strange Vision is famous for its ability to hit a target with perfect accuracy. It's also famous for its rarity. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Adamantine x1
 * Star Fragment x3
 * Curse Spike x2

Shotguns
Irvine's weapon of choice as an accomplished sniper. Valiant Cost: 100G Guns have the advantages of range, but damage is less compared to swords. The Valiant uses powerful bullets to cause damage comparable to swords. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the April Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Steel Pipe x1
 * Screw x4

Ulysses Cost: 200G The Ulysses lacks style, but is a quality rifle with tremendous fire power. The inelegant design was necessary to absorb the powerful recoil after firing. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the May Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Steel Pipe x1
 * Bomb Fragment x1
 * Screw x2

Bismarck Cost: 400G Contrary to the Ulysses, the Bismarck has a sleek look. The rifle is very handy and light, but in turn requires more physical strength and energy to handle its powerful recoil. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the July Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Steel pipe x2
 * Dynamo Stone x4
 * Screw x8

Exeter Cost: 800G Exeter comes to mind when considering high powered guns. Despite its simple design, it's a fine weapon made of many rare materials. An excerpt of this model is mentioned in the 1st Issue of Weapons Monthly Magazine.

Items Required:
 * Dino Bone x2
 * Moon Stone x1
 * Star Fragment x2
 * Screw x18

Other Weapons
Pole Cost: N/A The Pole is Raijin's battle staff that he wields to enforce Seifer's will.

Items Required: N/A Missile Blade Cost: N/A The Missile Blade is Fujin's weapon of choice. A chakram-like weapon similar in appearance to Rinoa's Rising Sun, but while Rinoa fires her weapon from a wrist launcher Fujin throws hers from her hand.

Items Required: N/A

Machine Gun Cost: N/A This weapon is used by Laguna. He strikes his enemy with a couple shots from this fast acting weapon.

Items Required: N/A

Katal Cost: N/A This weapon is used by Kiros. Its actual name is Katar and are short punching swords with the blade placed above the user's knuckles.

Items Required: N/A

Harpoon Cost: N/A This weapon is used by Ward. It is a heavy weapon, which is used to strike maximum damage.

Items Required: N/A Blizzard Palm

Atk Power: 0 Accuracy: 104% Cost: Cannot be remodeled Sorceress Edea Kramer's magical weapon. She uses it to send a blast of magical force at her enemy, damaging them. It is also known as the Astral, or Telekinetic, Punch.

Blaster Edges
 Silenced Tear  Rinoa's secondary weapon in Dead Fantasy can be folded against the arm when not in use and, when activated, can be unfolded and ready to launch within seconds. Like the Blaster Edges before it the Silenced Tear is fired from a wrist mounted launcher and will return to the wielder near the end of its flight ready to be fired again.

When unfolded the center of the disc can be junctioned with magical power in a similar way to Final Fantasy VIII's Junction System. In Dead Fantasy II, Rinoa junctions it with Holy magic and activates it when clashing against Ayane.

Merchandise/Replicas

 * Final Fantasy Master Arms include miniaturized replicas of both Squall's Gunblade and Seifer's Hyperion.
 * The Lion Heart model is included in the Play Arts Arms set along with four other ultimate weapons.