Weapons define your edge in Dune: Awakening. Whether you're stalking prey in the dunes or defending your spice stash from rival factions, having the right tool can mean the difference between domination and death. And in Mysa Tarill, the Landmark Chest rewards the bold with some of the most powerful and unique weapons available in the game.

This post dives into the standout weapons from this region—including exotic blades and high-caliber rifles—and how to use them effectively.

What Makes These Weapons Special?

All the weapons in this list are Mk 4-tier schematics, meaning they provide superior stats compared to standard or Mk 1–3 versions. More importantly, these aren’t just upgraded versions of base weapons—they’re functionally distinct, often with passive effects, unique animations, or specialized crafting requirements.

The following weapons drop from the Landmark Chest in Mysa Tarill:

• Poison Mist Blade

• Shock-Sword

• Stammershot Rifle

• (Possibly others depending on server build or future patches)

1. Poison Mist Blade

This exotic short-range melee weapon inflicts damage-over-time (DoT) with each successful hit. It’s ideal for players who favor guerrilla tactics—hit, run, watch enemies tick down.

• Effect: Applies a poison mist debuff lasting 6 seconds

• Perks: Lightweight, fast recovery frames, disorients enemies

• Weakness: Low base damage; ineffective against armor-heavy builds

• Best use: PvP ambushes, interrupting medics or support roles

Combo it with stealth perks or sprint boosters for a mobile assassin loadout.

2. Shock-Sword

A powerful energy blade that emits a short-range electric burst on heavy attacks. The Shock-Sword is more forgiving than the Mist Blade, with better damage and a built-in crowd control function.

• Effect: Electric pulse AoE + knockdown chance on charge attacks

• Strengths: Stuns enemies briefly, bypasses some shields

• Weakness: High stamina usage

• Ideal for: PvE clearing, defending structures, front-line PvP

It's especially effective when backed up by teammates using ranged fire, as you can disrupt enemy formations.

3. Stammershot Rifle

A burst-fire kinetic rifle that excels in medium-range skirmishes. Its recoil is high, but the burst potential makes it deadly in the right hands.

• Rate of Fire: Moderate burst, 3-round salvo

• Damage Profile: High single-target DPS

• Perks: Staggers smaller enemies, bonus crit chance on third shot

• Drawbacks: Needs specific ammo types; less effective in long-range sniping

The Stammershot thrives in tight engagements or urban environments. Combine it with enhanced optics and stealth armor for a deadly scout build.

Rarity & Drop System

These weapons aren’t crafted the normal way. You must:

1. Find and open the Landmark Chest using an ID band and a Cutteray Mk 3+

2. Hope for a random schematic drop—each chest gives only one at a time

3. Repeat the run periodically if duplicates occur

Players report a relatively even drop rate between weapons, armor, and tools—but your mileage may vary. Expect to do multiple farming runs to get the weapons you want.

PvP Tips: What to Use and When

Each of these weapons serves a specific PvP role:

• Poison Mist Blade: Best for fast hit-and-run skirmishers

• Shock-Sword: Ideal for mid-range frontline or support tank roles

• Stammershot Rifle: Perfect for damage-dealing scouts or flankers

Want to mix things up? Combine these with Mk 4 modules like the Stormrider Boost for enhanced mobility or pair with the Shadrath’s Mask to stay active in sandstorms where others falter.

Suggested Loadouts

Here are a few high-performing builds using Mysa Tarill weapons:

1. The Sand Ghost

• Poison Mist Blade + Idaho Softstep Boots + Boost Module Mk 4

• Focus: PvP flanking, stealth, short-range burst

2. The Dune Enforcer

• Shock-Sword + Shadrath’s Garment + Power Gauntlets (if available)

• Focus: Crowd control, defense, solo base raids

3. The Long Arm

• Stammershot Rifle + Sentinel Gloves + Emperor’s Wings Mk 4

• Focus: Mid-range sniping with movement flexibility

Each of these builds emphasizes mobility, synergy, and survival—essential for desert warfare.

Final Thoughts

While armor may keep you alive, weapons win wars—and the exotic schematics hidden in Mysa Tarill provide some of the best offensive tools in the game. If you’re serious about climbing the ranks in PvP or pushing deep into endgame zones, these weapons should be a priority.