Gep’s Blade is one of the most unique weapons in Outward, offering massive ethereal damage and a powerful Area of Effect (AoE) explosion upon impact. However, wielding this blade comes at a cost: a 30% weakness to ethereal attacks. This guide will take you through every step to obtain, upgrade, and make the most out of Gep’s Blade, including its two variants—the Long Blade and the One-Handed Sword.

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Why Choose Gep’s Blade?

• High Ethereal Damage: Effective against constructs like golems and gargoyles.
• AoE Explosions: Makes crowd control much easier.
• Versatility: Choose between a Long Blade or a One-Handed Sword.

The built-in AoE effect makes it one of the best weapons for dealing with multiple enemies at once, especially in the late game.

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Step 1: Find the Mysterious Longblade

To start your quest for Gep’s Blade, you’ll need to find the Mysterious Longblade in Caldera. This weapon randomly spawns in five possible locations and shifts every few days (approximately every three days). Make sure to visit all locations in one run to avoid it moving.

Spawn Locations:

1. Vigil Pylon:
   • Located under the pylon. The hill is small, making it easy to spot.
2. Outside New Sirocco:
   • Follow the lava river on the right side of the map until you reach a dead end with a rich iron vein. The sword will be to the left.
3. Grotto of Chalcedony:
   • Near the large Chalcedony crystals in front of Old Sirocco, above the bridge.
4. Wooden Jetty:
   • Near the Primal Ritualist’s Hut. Go through the hole in the rocks behind the rundown village.
5. Old Sirocco:
   • Accessible after completing your faction quest. Head left after exiting the back door near the lava pit.

Tip: Search these locations sequentially without getting distracted to minimize the chances of the blade moving.

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Step 2: Choose Your Blade Variant

Before upgrading, decide which variant you want:

• Long Blade (Two-Handed): High reach and impact.
• One-Handed Sword: More versatility with shields or offhand items.

How to Switch:

• Place the Mysterious Longblade into the crafting menu alone to transform it into the One-Handed Sword.
• If you change your mind later, you can use Gep’s Generosity to swap between variants.

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Step 3: Gather Gep’s Drinks

To upgrade to Gep’s Blade, you’ll need three Gep’s Drinks. These items are left behind by Gep if he saves you upon death, but relying on this method is inefficient.

Guaranteed Drink Locations:

1. Bridge Skeleton:
   • Cross the bridge you lower after exiting Old Sirocco; the drink is by the skeleton.
2. Wooden Dock Skeleton:
   • Found on the wooden dock near the Primal Ritualist’s Hut.
3. Oil Refinery Skeleton:
   • Head to the Oil Refinery, turn right at the entrance, and find the drink behind a building.

Tip: Grab all three in one run to save time.

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Step 4: Crafting Gep’s Blade

With the Mysterious Longblade (or the one-handed variant) and the three Gep’s Drinks:

1. Open the crafting menu.
2. Combine the sword with the three drinks.
3. Craft to receive Gep’s Blade.

If You Chose the Wrong Variant:

• Use Gep’s Generosity to switch between the Long Blade and One-Handed Sword.
• Gep’s Generosity is an endgame item, found only from hidden bosses or as a rare drop in the Gladiator’s Arena chest in New Sirocco.

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Strengths and Weaknesses of Gep’s Blade

Strengths:

• High impact and AoE damage.
• Effective against golems, gargoyles, and other construct-type enemies.

Weaknesses:

• -30% resistance to Ethereal damage.
• Requires careful positioning due to AoE explosions.

Best Used With:

• Wind Infuse: Adds speed and additional impact to each strike.
• Elemental Resistance Gear: Mitigates the ethereal weakness.

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Combat Tips for Gep’s Blade

1. Positioning: Aim to strike groups of enemies to maximize AoE.
2. Hit and Move: The AoE can hit you if you’re too close to obstacles.
3. Focus Constructs: Most effective against enemies weak to Ethereal.

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Conclusion: Is Gep’s Blade Worth It?

Gep’s Blade is an excellent choice for players who enjoy high-risk, high-reward playstyles. The massive damage potential coupled with AoE makes it one of the most unique weapons in Outward. If you can manage its weaknesses, this blade will carry you through even the toughest fights.

Whether you’re a collector or just looking for a powerful sword, Gep’s Blade is a worthy addition to any arsenal!