Best Weapon, Icewind Dale 1

Best Weapon IWD

The best weapon in Icewind Dale 1 is the Static Two Handed Sword +4, which is found when raiding the stronghold of Ilmadia IWD. It is notable for its on-hit 25% MR-bypassing no-save Stun.

Static Two Handed Sword +4 is best wielded by Ranger IWD.

Static Two Handed Sword +4 Stats

• Damage: 1D10 +4
• THAC0 IWD: +4 bonus
• Damage type: Slashing
• Special:
• 50% chance +2D3 electrical damage
• 25% chance target is Stunned
• Weight: 12
• Speed Factor: 9
• Proficiency Type: Great Swords
• Type: 2-handed
• Not Usable By: Druid, Cleric, Mage, Thief
• Item Code: UTSWD5A

The best ranged weapon is Long Bow +4: Hammer.

In terms of long-lasting usefulness -- and also being guaranteed finds rather than random drops -- the best weapons are:

• Battle Axe +2: Defender
• Long Sword of Confusion +2
• Hammer Flail +2
• Messenger of Sseth

Remember that "best" does not necessarily mean "absolutely most powerful": what counts is the weapon that carries us through the vast majority of the campaign; the weapon we could rely on. THAT is the best weapon.

Icewind Dale 1 Walkthrough Guide

cf. Best Weapons Baldur's Gate.

Icewind Dale 1 (Index)

Best Weapon Icewind Dale 1

Best Classes Icewind Dale 1