The blunderbuss in Windrose is absolutely insane for close-quarters combat. As a boarding crew’s favorite weapon, the Blunderbuss easily ranks as the best close-quarters weapon because it requires zero finesse. Keep reading to learn how to master this boss killer, where to find and craft it, and much more.
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What is the Windrose Blunderbuss?
It is a ranged weapon that deals massive piercing damage. The Reliable Blunderbuss even has a unique mechanic in which close-range shots have a small chance of knocking enemies down. Forget about your mastery and precision stats for a second. Unlike those slow armaments, this is a top-tier agility weapon.
Base Stats and Scaling
At the starting level, BlunderBuss has 100 ATK, which increases by 20 with each level upgrade, reaching a maximum Level 15 base version with 380 ATK. They scale beautifully with your Agility attribute. You can pair them with a greatsword to tear apart anyone lucky enough to survive your first attack.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Item Max Level | 15 |
| Attack Power (ATK) | 100-380 (+20 each level up) |
| Damage Type | 150 Pierce |
| Scaling | D Agility |
Combat Role
Never fight at long range unless you don’t mind missing your shots. Blunderbuss was made to violently erase whatever miserable soul is nearly within melee range. You need to be right on top of the enemy for it to really shine. I recommend aiming for the center mass of the body instead of going for headshots. One shot is enough to hurt everyone standing nearby.
Pro-tip: The blunderbuss is a boss killer. Use it to pre-damage groups before swapping to your melee weapon.
How to Get the Blunderbuss Plans
You can find the blunderbuss as a random drop across the map. It has a 15% drop chance from various chests. Pass the item around to unlock the recipe for your whole crew. Check out the drop locations below:
| Source Container | Found In Locations |
|---|---|
| Blackbeard Crew Chest | Blackbeard Pirate Camp, Blackbeard Camp Near Shipwreck, Large Pirate Camp, Cliffside Pirate Camp, Small Pirate Camp |
| Buccaneers’ Chest | Abandoned Buccaneer Camp |
| Decrepit Chest | Pirate Remains, Shipwreck |
| Old Skeleton | Destroyed Buccaneer Fort, Jungle Cave, Ancient Farm, Ancient Fire Sanctuary |
| Smugglers’ Chest | Smuggler’s Cache |
| Thomas Richards’ Chest | Blackbeard Pirate Camp |
If you want to find each location more easily, check out the Windrose Interactive map.
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Blunderbuss Crafting and Upgrades Requirements
First, you must build a weaponsmith workshop to craft a Blunderbuss. Next, you need blunderbuss plans, which you can find in one of the locations we talked about before. Start your copper ingot farm early, as you will need lots of it to craft and upgrade the first 5 levels. Here are the requirements for each level:
| Weapon Upgrade | Workshop Level Requirement | Crafting Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| Blunderbuss Level 1-5 | Weaponsmith Workshop Level 1 | Wood x10 Copper Ingot ×7 |
| Blunderbuss Level 6 | Weaponsmith Workshop Level 2 | Hardwood ×5 Foothills Iron Ingot ×4 |
| Blunderbuss Level 7-10 | Weaponsmith Workshop Level 2 | Hardwood ×10 Foothills Iron Ingot ×7 Master’s Tools ×3 |
| Blunderbuss Level 11 | Weaponsmith Workshop Level 3 | Hardwood ×4 Mire Metal Ingot ×4 Master’s Tools ×3 |
| Blunderbuss Level 12-15 | Weaponsmith Workshop Level 3 | Hardwood ×7 Mire Metal Ingot ×7 Master’s Tools ×3 |
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Pro-tip: Toss old guns in a disassembly table. You will get wood and copper ingots back. Disassembling the Blunderbuss will also yield 10 Woods and 7 Copper Ingots.
Best Blunderbuss Variants
Besides the common Blunderbuss, there are two other versions of this weapon in Windrose: Reliable Blunderbuss and Dragon’s Breath.
The Reliable Blunderbuss
This epic variant should be the ultimate goal for your arsenal. It has the same features as the regular Blundebuss, except for a B-tier agility. It also reloads fast and consumes less gunpowder. Most importantly, shots at close range have a small chance to knock enemies down! Perfect for flinging enemies off boats during combat.
Dragon’s Breath
Dragon’s Breath is pure chaos. It has a C-tier agility and 10 more piercing power. You get 60% triggering fire explosion when shooting, hence the name. Use this if you prefer to watch your enemies burn alive.
Pro-tip: The knockdown effect of the Reliable Blunderbuss makes it the safer option for tight spaces.
Best Blunderbuss Builds and Combos
While Blunderbuss is Op on its own, combining it with the right set makes you reach maximum power. Here are my suggestions based on hours of research:
The Cutlass Synergy
You want to deal massive damage in a single shot? Pair your gun with a cutlass. Hits apply the take aim effect up to nine stacks. Your next shot deals 10% bonus damage per stack. You can slice and dice some weaker enemies to build stacks. Then swap to your blunderbuss to totally demolish a boss.
Armor Sets and Talents
You should equip the pikeman armor set. Why? Because it increases your two-handed weapon damage. This boosts your blunderbuss and any two-handed melee weapons you wield.
For talents, equip the Scattershot perk. It increases your cone width and stagger chance by 15%. You should also grab the Bullseye talent for a 20% bonus damage. Over penetration is another great choice. It allows your shots to pass through enemies during ship combat.
Pro-tip: Increase your passive gun reload speed by 25% to keep your gun ready while you use your melee weapons.
Blunderbuss Ammo and Reloading Mechanics Explained
It would be shameful not to talk about ammo and reloading mechanics before ending my article. Read this last part to truly master the Blunderbuss in Windrose:
Managing Your Ammo
The blunderbuss consumes two ammo per shot. You can use stone bullets, copper bullets, or even pearls. For maximum damage, craft aboreum bullets (+30% critical strike damage).
If your gun says “no ammo,” check your slots. You must equip both bullets and gunpowder in your ammo slots to fire, which are in the bottom right of your inventory.
Passive vs. Active Reloading Mechanics
Guns in Windrose feature an active and a passive reload. You can press the reload key to reload actively. But I’d recommend passive reloading. You can shoot your blunderbuss empty and instantly swap to your sword and slice everyone while the gun readies itself. Do not swap back to the gun too early, though.
Pro-tip: Drag and drop your ammo directly into the slot instead of relying on the autofill feature.
That’s everything you need to know about Blunderbuss in Windrose. Confused? Ask me your questions in the comments and I’ll answer you ASAP.
FAQ
What ammo does the blunderbuss take?
It takes almost any ammo type. You can fire pearls, copper bullets, or stone bullets. It uses two ammo per shot.
Why does my blunderbuss say “no ammo” when I have bullets?
You must equip both bullets and gunpowder. They need to sit in your active ammo slots. Do not leave them in your general inventory. Make sure a stray bullet, like a single pearl, is not blocking your main stack.
What is the best weapon for bosses in Windrose?
The blunderbuss is your absolute best ranged option. It deals huge damage up close. A rapier is the best melee choice. It attacks fast and saves your stamina.
Do I get materials back if I disassemble a blunderbuss?
Yes. Toss your old weapon into a disassembly table. You will receive 10 wood and 7 copper ingots in return.
