Serving as one of the starter Jobs inFinal Fantasy 14, theSummonerremains one of the deadliest spellcasters in the game due to their proficiency in summoning beasts with their grimoires. Since the game’s launch, the Summoner has become quite the efficient Job of choice for Arcanist players who want a more offensive take on the support role. And withDawntrailabout to arrive in Summer 2024, Summoner users might want to get into the MMO’s coveted endgame may want to pursue some of the Job’s more powerfulRelic Weapons.
Taking the form of their trademark grimoires, Relic Weapons for Summoners become possible for acquisitions as soon as they enter Level 50. Separated across sets, Relic Weapons could be upgraded and also acquired depending on the Summoner’s levels, with Level 90 boasting some of the best Relic Weapons in a Summoner’s arsenal. Here are the best Relic Weapons at their diposal:
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A Summonerenjoying theirFinal Fantasy 14gameplaywon’t be complete without their grimoire from which they can summon their mighty beasts, and theApocalypse Zetais the best example of a first Relic Weapon for the Job. Characterized primarily by its unsettling appearance, it’s as though the grimoire reaches into the pits of hell itself to provide aid to its wielder.
Design-wise, Apocalypse Zeta lives up to its namesake. The weapon itself is a black book with white details on the front with a metallic spine that spreads across the book like a sharp web. The metal borders the book with angled spikes, ending with a two-pronged horn on top that glows a deep red as well as a yellow orb at the center of the spine. While it possesses middling Magic Damage, its customizable substats can make it a decent first Relic Weapon for Summoners.
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At first glance, theBook of the Mad Queenlooks nothing like a mere Level 60 weaponforFinal Fantasy 14gameplay. However, the weapon does serve as yet another example of why a Relic Weapon is a must-have in terms of aesthetics. While its Magic Damage and bonuses to Intelligence and Vitality are so-so at best, it’s the design that makes Book of the Mad Queen a must-have in a Summoner’s Relic Weapon progression.
The weapon itself is a black grimoire with pristine silver borders, with grey detailing paving the way for a more notable skull-esque golden emblem on the front and back. The spine is relatively thick, with the top portion bearing an emblem with a red gem as well as three protrusions that resemble tipped vials. The book’s most notable feature is summoning circles made out of metal that extend from the front, as well as its pure black pages with golden ink.
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The Lux variant of Mimesis does have that characteristic glow of the mid-tier Level 60 Relic Weapons set, but its appearance is where theFinal Fantasyweapon shines. While its customizable substats can’t immediately compensate for its middling Magic Damage and bonuses to Intelligence and Vitality, Summoners looking for a unique book can grabMimesis Luxas a Relic Weapon worthy of the flex.
At first glance, Mimesis Lux simply looks like a black book with a simple lock and a pen on the side. However, where it shines quite literally is with its design. When activated, a purple magical circle appears on top of the book, as well as swirls of energy resembling bat wings circling the arcane letters. Among Relic Weapons for Summoners, the Mimesis Lux is one of the easiest to identify, with its imposing energy effect fitting for the Summoner’s nature of calling forth creatures.
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Playersenjoying theirFinal Fantasy 14gameplaymay be able to stylize their Summoner as a scholarly student with theLemegeton Pagos +1, boasting a jump on Intelligence and Vitality bonuses complete with a hefty Determination and Piety buff. The book still boasts the same appearance as its base counterpart, particularly with the folds of black and white cloth tucked on top of the red book cover that extends when unsheathed.
However, what makes Lemegeton Pagos +1 stand out is its additional visual effect. When activated, Summoners can enjoy a burst of purple energy emanating from the book that mimics the appearance of a large bat. Summoners sticking with a more peaceful, light-oriented, or nature-themed aesthetic may appreciate this specific visual addition.
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Summoners who want a more pristine look to their summoning implements fortheirFinal FantasyJobshould look into theHydatox Grimoire. Stats-wise, the Hydatos Grimoire boasts customizable substats on top of hefty bonuses to Intelligence and Vitality, making it a decent mid-tier book among Relic Weapons.
The book resembles its base version, complete with the plain red book and ornate iron detailing that makes spike protrusions on the corners of the book. Green magical runes line the red cover with a subtle glow. The Hydatos variant in particular releases a burst of blue and red energy, creating the shape of a bat.
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Among the books availableto the Summoner in theirFinal Fantasy 14gameplay, the TuahPhyseosboasts one of the most heavy-duty appearance. When held by most characters, the Tuah Physeos has quite the imposing bulk, with its cover resembling two ornate gold tablets bordered by an ornate black iron that trails past the book’s edges into swirls. Two purple gems glow on the spine, while each book face has a yellow, red, and purple gem. The Tuah Physeos caps its visual offerings with swirling blue energy.
Unlike other books, the Tuah Physeos offers a hefty Elemental Bonus on top of customizable substats and decent Intelligence and Vitality bonuses. When activated, the Jebat Physeos also unleashes swirling green energy that flows around the book, giving it the impression of bursting with power.
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Should players want a more realistic take on their Summoner, theAugmented Law’s Order Indexis easily a must-grab in terms of appearance. While its design doesn’t boast swirling metallic curves or pristine detailing, the book’s attention to realism makes it worth acquiring, especially for roleplayers inFinal Fantasy 14. On top of decent Magic Damage as well as bonuses to Intelligence and Vitality, it’s the weapon’s visuals that warrant attention.
The book itself is a standard bronze-green grimoire with traditional border and spine detailing, complete with plain emblems for faces. Its most striking feature is the summoning circle made out of metal that protrudes on one side, as though helping the Summoner stay constantly ready to bring out dangerous beasts. When unsheathed, the pages of the Augmented Law’s Order Index unleash bright blue flames in the shape of wings.
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Given how crystals play a huge role in theFinal Fantasymythos, it’s unsurprising howBlade’s Acumentakes this part of the franchise’s mythology into account. Among the game’s mostpowerful Summoner weapons, Blade’s Acumen has customizable substats on top of high bonuses to Intelligence and Vitality. Its damage is not leaps and bounds beyond the Augmented Law’s Order Index, but still manageable for a near-end game weapon.
At first glance, Blade’s Acumen resembles an ordinary book with glowing crystals on both faces as well as the spine. However, where the book makes its mark is its core design detail. Swirling around the book are crystallized ropes with crystals sticking out of them, as well as larger interior crystals that also protrude from the book upon activation.
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One of the most powerful Relic Weapons forthe Summoner needs to look the part, and the Job’sManderville Indexcertainly gives the grimoire an air of excess that other armaments for the Job don’t possess. Stats-wise, the book possesses some of the highest boosts to Intelligence and Vitality on top of generous buffs to Critical Hit and Determination.
The sheer size of the Manderville Index is an immediate giveaway of its status. Compared to other books, the Manderville Index seems to have a plain white cover with a black spine and gold details. Leather lining seems to hold its intricate components together, which are comprised of spiked metallic protrusions in the shape of wings. Among the Relic Weapons for the Summoner, the Manderville Index easily strikes a chord with fans who prefer something both exquisite and simple.
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Considered as one of the newest arrivals to the Summoner’s Relic WeaponsinFinal Fantasy 14gameplay, theMandervillous Indexis straight out of an ancient civilization. Stats-wise, the Mandervillous Index has the highest offerings in terms of both Intelligence and Vitality boosts, as well as capabilities to deal with Physical and Magic Damage. However, where the weapon makes its mark is through its design.
At first glance, the Mandervillous Index resembles two burnt tablets with intricate engravings stacked on each other, with a metallic spine to join them. Each book face has a smaller polygonal tablet laid on top which protrudes to the side upon activation. When the book is unsheathed, summoning sigils appear in a large purple circle and two smaller circles on the side, each with faint energy circles and hexagonal lines blinking in and out of existence. Compared to other energy projection of weapons in the game, the Mandervillous Index ventures into sci-fi territory.
