20 Most Powerful Weapons in the DC Universe (Ranked)
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The DC universe is full of some of the most powerful and overpowered superheroes and villains in all of comic book history. Of course, we know that some of these characters are so powerful that their powers are innate to them and aren’t granted by some special tool or weapon. For example, Superman and the Flash have powers that don’t require them to use a special suit or wield a powerful weapon.
While that may be true, there are still DC characters that are stronger with weapons or were able to acquire their powers through the use of weapons or special tools. These weapons are so powerful that they were able to make these characters just as strong or even stronger than some of the powerhouses in the DC universe. So, with that said, let’s look at the most powerful weapons in the DC universe.
20. Astro-Harness
The Astro-Harness is the signature weapon of Orion, who is one of the New Gods. This isn’t actually a weapon but a mysterious piece of equipment that allows Orion to perform many different feats, such as shooting powerful blasts, creating force fields, and flight. The machine can even absorb kinetic energy and use it for fuel or gravity manipulation. It is indeed a powerful tool that goes well with Orion.
On top of the fact that the Astro-Harness is a powerful tool for combat, it can be quite useful for other things as well as it can interface with Orion’s Mother Box to create boom tubes and hack into computers. It is also a self-repairing machine that doesn’t even need Orion’s help. And when coupled with Orion’s strength, this is a very powerful weapon that is the perfect gear for one of the powerhouses of the New Gods.
19. Justice Buster
We all know that Batman is the only regular human being without any superpowers or superpowered weapons in the Justice League. Even though he is often regarded as the most dangerous member of the League due to his mind, the thing is that he often struggles to keep up with the rest of the members of this group of superheroes whenever they are up against godlike opponents.
As such, Batman was able to bridge the gap between himself and the other superpowered beings by using the Justice Buster, which is armor that turns him into a powerhouse of a character. And the thing about this weapon is that it was made to have individual countermeasures for each member of the Justice League in case they went rogue or were under the influence of a superpowered enemy.
18. Michael’s Sword
The Archangel Michael was once second only to the Presence in terms of overall strength and power in the DC universe, as he is a being that is beyond multiversal in terms of his capabilities. Equaled only by Lucifer in power, Michael once wielded a sword that was fit for someone of his stature as one of the most powerful beings in the DC universe.
Of course, Michael’s power was innate to him and was not given to him by his sword. Still, the fact that he wielded a sword in battle meant that this sword was pretty special. This sword eventually found its way to the angel Zauriel. In Zauriel’s hands, the sword is capable of cutting through anything, even through the fabrics of time and space. Michael’s sword is also able to generate blasts of fire.
17. All-Blades
The All-Blades were created by the mysterious warrior group called the All Caste and were forged specifically to kill any magical being. As such, these are powerful blades that were meant to destroy magical entities and aren’t able to harm anyone else. While they cannot harm non-magical beings, the blades are still so powerful that not even the strongest magical beings can survive getting cut.
These blades are immaterial objects that vanish when the user has no use for them. However, they can be summoned when the user is in the presence of an evil entity. Another thing that makes the All-Blades powerful is that they become stronger depending on the wielder’s soul. Red Hood is currently the one wielding the All-Blades.
16. Spear of Destiny
The Spear of Destiny is a legendary weapon that was said to have been used long ago when a Roman soldier used his spear to pierce the side of Jesus Christ during the crucifixion. As such, the spear became a powerful weapon imbued with the blood of a literal god, and it became a holy relic for Christians due to how symbolic a weapon it is.
In the DC universe, the weapon ended up in the hands of Adolf Hitler, who was known for believing in occult legends. He used the spear to turn superheroes into Nazi versions of themselves, which allowed him to fight the Justice Society of America on par. Nevertheless, he lost the spear in the battle with the JSA as he cursed it to corrupt anyone who would use it. Since then, it has been used a few times and has random effects that depend on whoever is using it.
15. Soultaker Sword
Arguably the most notable sword in the world of DC, the Soultaker Sword is the signature weapon of Katana, who is one of the most badass characters in DC. It was a sword created in the 14th century for an evil samurai lord who loved killing. The sword itself can take the soul of those it kills, meaning it has amassed thousands of souls ever since it was created.
Once the sword absorbs a soul, Katana can use the sword’s souls to gain information or to become stronger. The souls can even extend her lifespan. This powerful sword has many different purposes, such as can strengthen the user. This was the case for Katana, who became the leader of the Sword Clan.
14. God Killer
Another legendary sword is on this list as the God Killer sword was forged by the Greek god Hephaestus for Deathstroke. A Greek god gave him this sword for Deathstroke to assassinate an ancient Greek Titan, who was immortal and could not be killed by any ordinary weapon. As such, Deathstroke needed a powerful weapon to slay gods, which was why the God Killer (aptly named) was created for his use.
The God Killer sword isn’t only strong enough to slay gods but can absorb energy blasts and redirect them with double the strength. This makes it an effective counter to any godlike being with powers beyond Deathstroke’s capabilities. On top of that, the God Killer is also capable of transforming into any weapon that Deathstroke wants, making it a very versatile weapon that can be used in any situation.
13. Cosmic Staff
The Cosmic Staff is a weapon that has been used by different characters ever since it was first created. Ted Knight first created it as a prototype for his Gravity Rod. In that regard, it can absorb star energy and allow its user to create force fields, fly, and shoot blasts of energy. This makes the staff a very powerful weapon in the hands of a magic user.
On top of the fact that it is a powerful staff with the ability to manipulate energy, it can detect radiation and use telekinesis at a certain level. The staff is known as the primary weapon of Stargirl, whose name fits the staff’s ability to absorb and convert star energy.
12. Atomic Axe
The weapon’s name already makes it so menacing, as the Atomic Axe is a weapon that numerous supervillains have used throughout its history. Of course, it is a powerful weapon capable of cutting at an atomic level. But the thing about it is that it was never created for killing but was forged for mining in heavy gravity mining colonies in the future when mankind has now branched out to space.
But when the axe was sent in time, it became a powerful weapon that could become a fearsome tool in the hands of a villain. This is because it can disintegrate and disrupt the molecular bonds of anything its blade touches, which means it can cut through anything at a molecular level.
11. The Sword of Superman
While Superman has always been so strong that using a weapon seems to be a downgrade to his incredibly strong fists, there was a point when he used a sword. Called the Sword of Superman, this blade is a powerful weapon believed to be as old as time and was created from the first matter formed when the universe was created. As such, it is one of the purest weapons in the universe.
The sword was aptly named because, out of the millions that tried to use it, Superman was the only one who successfully wielded it. But because Superman knows that a sword was meant for killing, he returns it to space after he uses it temporarily. That’s why Superman never used it again, as he would rather use his fists, which aren’t as lethal as the Sword of Superman.
10. Zeus’ Armor
Zeus’ Armor is the most recent weapon/equipment on this list. While it isn’t a weapon per se, it is a divine piece of armor that was supposed to be used by Wonder Woman as a weapon against the Dark Gods. However, it was never used by her and was used by her brother, Jason, who learned that he could use the armor to gain the powers of the Greek pantheon.
As such, Zeus’ armor is so powerful that it allows the user to become as strong as all Greek gods combined. While Jason is yet to unlock the other powers of the armor, he has shown the ability to use the strength of Ares, the winds of Zeus, the wisdom of Athena, and the speed of Hermes. We can only imagine just how many powers the armor can give its user, as it can be one of the most powerful weapons in the entire DC universe if its full potential were to be unlocked.
9. Khaji Da
Khaji Da is a weapon used specifically by Jaime Reyes and is a living piece of equipment created by the alien race called the Reach. This weapon comes in the form of a scarab and can transform Jaime into the Blue Beetle to fight crime as an armored superhero with a suit made out of alien technology.
The suit is capable of many different things, such as allowing Jaime to fly, heal, and absorb power. It can even shoot sonic waves that are powerful enough to hurt some of the strongest characters in DC. The problem, however, is that it is sentient and has a mind of its own, which means that Jaime isn’t always in control of the suit.
8. The Miracle Machine
The Miracle Machine is aptly named because that is what it actually is. It was a machine created during the 31st century designed to do seemingly impossible things. The machine can turn a person’s thoughts into reality, which means that it is capable of some of the most unspeakable things due to how destructive the human mind can be.
Throughout the history of DC, it has only been used a few times, and only when the Legion of Superheroes actually needed to use it. It was used during the Final Crisis when Superman used it to stop Darkseid and Superboy-Prime when he was sent into the future.
7. Trident of Neptune
The Trident of Neptune is one of the most powerful weapons in all of DC due to its status as a legendary artifact. Created by Neptune according to Greek myths, the trident has been passed down the royal lineage of Atlantis and is now in possession of none other than Aquaman himself.
Of course, while the trident is a powerful weapon that can hurt and pierce some of the strongest characters in DC, its true strength lies in its ability to manipulate all forms of water. And considering that the planet is mostly water, Aquaman can sink the entire planet underwater if he truly wants to.
6. Mageddon
Mageddon is often portrayed as a character instead of a weapon. But the truth is that Mageddon is a machine initially designed to destroy entire worlds during the previous age. And the reason it is so powerful is that it can force sentient life to resort to its basest instincts so that the entire population would turn savage and go against each other in the mere presence of the machine.
Another thing that makes Mageddon so powerful is that it is incredibly durable, as it survived for thousands of years in a black hole. In that regard, it is a fearsome weapon capable of controlling the minds of anything that gets near it. It isn’t destructive on its own, but its effects are devastating because it can reduce an entire population to zero due to its capabilities.
5. Warworld
Often seen as the DC counterpart of Star Wars’ Death Star, Warworld is a large planet that acts like a ship or a satellite. It was created by a barbaric race of aliens that killed an entire race because it was operated using a psychic steering function that could drain its user. In that regard, not a lot of people are capable of using this planet-like satellite.
It eventually falls into the hands of the alien known as Mongul, who has enough physical strength to overpower Superman. He discovered the full potential of Warworld and used its defensive capabilities to destroy entire planets. As such, Warworld is an army all on its own and is strong enough to destroy planets and systems in the hands of a powerful warlord.
4. Mother Boxes
The Mother Boxes are tools often used by the New Gods of New Genesis as these are living computers that are more advanced than almost any other technology in the DC universe. Most of the New Gods own a Mother Box, as they use these tools to interact with other computers and machines. Of course, the New Gods often use the Mother Box because it can create Boom Tubes that allow them to travel through space instantly.
On top of their capability of generating Boom Tubes, the Mother Boxes are also capable of certain abilities, such as flight, telepathy, and energy manipulation. For some reason, they can also bond with their owners and heal their wounds. And Mother Boxes are so powerful that they can manipulate a person’s life force to keep them alive.
3. Power Rings
The Power Rings are the signature weapons of the Lanterns in the world of DC. These rings are often considered the most powerful weapons in the DC universe, which is why they belong in the top 3 of this list. Of course, the most prominent of all the Power Rings are the Green Lantern Rings, which the Green Lantern Corps use.
However, the Power Rings are also used in different types of Lanterns, depending on their color. They all have the same standard powers in that they give their users the ability to fly, augment strength and speed, and create hard-light constructs. However, each ring color has a certain effect. The most powerful of all of the rings are the White Lantern Rings, allowing the user to emulate the abilities of all the other colors.
2. Mobius Chair
While it isn’t necessarily a weapon as far as the term is concerned, the Mobius Chair is a powerful tool that is the signature equipment of the New God Metron, who is often considered the most intelligent being in DC. Metron is tasked with accumulating all the knowledge in the universe, which is why he created the Mobius Chair to help him in that regard. This chair can move through time and space, as Metron often uses it to travel from one place to another to accumulate knowledge.
The Mobius Chair is imbued with the nigh-omniscience of the New Gods, and that means that anyone sitting on it would know everything that the New Gods know. This includes things that happened in the past, present, and future. While it isn’t necessarily destructive, it is incredibly powerful in the right hands because knowledge has always been a powerful tool.
1. The Anti-Life Equation
The strongest weapon in the DC universe is not a weapon but an abstract concept called the Anti-Life Equation, the same thing that Darkseid is obsessed with. It is a mathematical algorithm proving that free will doesn’t exist and that life has no meaning. And it is hidden in the minds of humans.
As an abstract weapon, the Anti-Life Equation can be somewhat confusing but can be used by Darkseid to control people’s minds, alter reality, and gain immortality. It can even resurrect the dead and allow Darkseid to gain control over antimatter. As such, it is an incredibly powerful weapon that doesn’t have a specific form but is still as dangerous as any weapon can be.
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