Best Relic Weapons For Bards In Final Fantasy 14

Summary

The Bard class in Final Fantasy 14 enhances the long-ranged specialization of Archers with their musical prowess and can rush into battle to support their allies.
The Yoichi Bow Zeta is the most powerful Relic Weapon for Bards, with a regal appearance and impressive base stats.
The Terpander Lux and Failnaught Pagos +1 are unique in design, with sci-fi and musical elements incorporated into their appearance, respectively.

Serving as a direct upgrade from the Archer Class, the Bard enhances the long-ranged specialization of Archers with their musical prowess. Unlike their humorously seductive counterparts in Dungeons & Dragons, the Bards of Final Fantasy 14 are known for rushing into battle and singing songs that help reinvigorate their allies. In turn, Bards are one of the most important physical ranged DPS Jobs in a party, especially for teams who need a DPS/support hybrid.

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When Bards reach the mid-point of the game at around Level 50, they can start unlocking Relic Weapons, possibly some of the most powerful armaments they can obtain for their Jobs. Following the trend of combining their bow with musical instruments, some of the best Relic Weapons for Bards in Final Fantasy 14 are scattered across different tiers, each boasting different bonuses and aesthetic changes.

10 Yoichi Bow Zeta

Unlocked At Level 50, Highest Tier

Yoichi Bow Zeta by Pyon Tack of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	66	Dexterity	+55
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+59
Auto-Attack	66.68	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

Named after the recurring weapon that is usually a Final Fantasy game’s most powerful bow, the Yoichi Bow Zeta is also the most powerful Relic Weapon for Bards in the Zodiac line. While its status as a Level 50 Bow leaves much to be desired in the endgame, its regal base appearance makes it worth the collection for weapons enthusiasts.

Unlike other Bard weapons, Yoichi Bow Zeta looks more like a bow than an instrument weapon. Compared to its predecessor, the Artemis Bow line, which has a harp placed perpendicular to the bow proper, the Yoichi Bow Zeta boasts a more slender appearance. Its main body is comprised of red wood with a black base and hilt, with gold details for the brace, edges, and string.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Yoichi Bow	65	65.86	3.04	+51	+54	Customizable Substats
Artemis Bow Nexus	64	69.97	3.28	+45	+46	Customizable Substats
Artemis Bow Novus	63	68.88	3.28	+42	+43	Customizable Substats
Artemis Bow Anims	62	67.78	3.28	+37	+38	+28 Skill Speed	+40 Direct Hit Rate
Artemis Bow Atma	62	67.78	3.28	+37	+38	+28 Skill Speed	+40 Direct Hit Rate
Artemis Bow Zenith	61	66.69	3.28	+31	+33	+26 Skill Speed	+37 Direct Hit Rate
Artemis Bow	60	65.60	3.28	+27	+28	+23 Skill Speed	+33 Direct Hit Rate

9 Bow Of The Autarch

Unlocked At Level 60, Mid-Tier

Bow Of The Autarch by Momiji Inubasiri of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	76	Dexterity	+88
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+90
Auto-Attack	77.01	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

The Bow of the Autarch is a stark departure from the trend of Bards in Final Fantasy 14 gameplay having an instrument-inspired weapon. At its core, the Bow of the Autarch has decent VIT and DEX stats, alongside customizable substats to help Bards become more flexible in their combat duties. However, where the Bow of the Autarch shines as a Relic Weapon is its appearance, which makes it seem built for a combat Job.

When equipped, the Bow of the Autarch is comprised of white metal with both bodies ending in pointed edges and artistic twirls. A key component of the bow is its large frontal portion, extending into a diamond-shaped shield stylized to protect its user from the front.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Hypercondctive Gandiva	75	76.00	3.04	+85	+86	+88 Critical Hit	+8 8Determination
Gandiva	73	73.97	3.04	+78	+77	+84 Critical Hit	+59 Determination
Berimbau Awoken	72	72.96	3.04	+75	+74	+82 Critical Hit	+57 Determination
Animated Berimba	69	69.92	3.04	+66	+64	+77 Critical Hit	+54 Determination

8 Terpander Lux

Unlocked At Level 60, Highest Tier

Terpander Lux by Chiyo Asakura of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	80	Dexterity	+100
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+104
Auto-Attack	81.06	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

In a stark departure from the Bard’s traditional instrument-inspired bows, the Terpander Lux of the Anima Relic Weapons line has a sci-fi aesthetic befitting more sophisticated appearances. Thanks to its customizable substats, the Bard can use the Terpander Lux for more versatile builds. However, its design is the Relic Weapon’s main appeal in Final Fantasy 14 gameplay.

Contrary to the varying harp bow appearances of its earlier models, the Terpander Lux boasts thick and angular pieces of metal that converge to form many protrusions. Much of its closed sections are in the shape of conical plates, whereas its open segments are flat and inlaid with glowing metal plates. The brace of the bow is made out of golden energy that forms a circle at the center, wings at the back, and converging lines towards the front.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Terpander	79	80.05	3.04	+98	+103	Customizable Substats
Sharpened Bow of the Autarch	78	79.04	3.04	+95	+98	Customizable Substats

7 Failnaught Pagos +1

Unlocked At Level 70, Starting Tier

Physical Damage	89	Dexterity	+135
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+139
Auto-Attack	90.18	Critical Hit	+134
Delay	3.04	Direct Hit Rate	+94

Unlike other Bard weapons in the Final Fantasy game that resemble musical instruments, the Failnaught Pagos +1 combines the traditional archer’s bow with elements of musicality, but never leaning toward a primary instrument as inspiration. The addition of extra Direct Hit Rate as part of its stat boosts adds much-needed combat efficiency for the Bard, while the rest of the weapon’s appearance allows it to stand out.

At its core, the Failnaught Pagos +1 boasts a wooden body with metal plates and details scattered across the main bow. Its grip is a piece of metal protruding from the upper limb of the bow, which in itself is comprised of complicated gears and tubes that imply some usage towards musical tuning. The bow itself has two pairs of strings.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Failnaught Pagos	88	89.17	3.04	+133	+137	+131 Determination	+92 Direct Hit Rate
Failnaught Anemos	88	89.17	3.04	+132	+134	+130 Determination	+91 Direct Hit Rate
Failnaught 2	87	88.16	3.04	+129	+130	+127 Determination	+89 Direct Hit Rate
Failnaught 1	86	87.14	3.04	+127	+129	+126 Determination	+88 Direct Hit Rate
Failnaught	86	87.14	3.04	+125	+126	+126 Determination	+88 Direct Hit Rate
Antiquated Failnaught	81	82.08	3.04	+108	+106	+112 Critical Hit	+78 Direct Hit Rate

6 Hydatos Harp Bow

Unlocked At Level 70, Mid-Tier

Hydatos Harp Bow by Momiji Inubasiri of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	91	Dexterity	+144
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+152
Auto-Attack	92.21	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

While many of the weapons accessed by Bards in their Final Fantasy gameplay are stylized after other string instruments, the harp bow inspiration of the Hydatos Harp Bow is rather unique compared to its other counterparts. Stats-wise, the Hydatos Harp Bow makes for a decent bow of its caliber with its DEX and VIT base boosts, with customizable substats giving Bards more combat versatility.

Appearance-wise, the Hydatos Harp Bow has a primary metallic body to house the bow core, with bracers thick enough to provide additional protection. The bracer has outward tube protrusions connected to the top of the bow, making the upper half possess a spine-like appearance. The harp itself is inside out, this time facing away from the player instead of towards them like in usual harp bows.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Pyros Harp Bow	91	92.21	3.04	+142	+149	Customizable Substats
Elemental Harp Bow 2	90	91.20	3.04	+140	+146	+137 Determination	+96 Direct Hit Rate
Elemental Harp Bow 1	90	91.20	3.04	+139	+143	+136 Determination	+95 Direct Hit Rate
Elemental Harp Bow	89	90.18	3.04	+137	+141	+134 Determination	+94 Direct Hit Rate

5 Circinae Physeos

Unlocked At Level 70, Highest Tier

Circinae Physeos by May Myer of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	93	Dexterity	+150
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+162
Auto-Attack	94.24	Elemental Bonus	+348
Delay	3.04	Substats	(Customizable)

Unlike other powerful weapons for the Bard, the Circinae Physeos Relic Weapon for the Final Fantasy Job is more of a stylized bow than based on an instrument. Technicalities-wise, this change may represent an inclination to Elemental Bonuses instead of hard-set DEX and VIT bonuses, which is undoubtedly lackluster compared to the more powerful Blade series.

Moreover, while the Antiquated and Elemental iterations of the weapon are still leaning towards harp bows, the late-stage Circinae Physeos crosses over to the near-uncanny valley. This time, the weapon is heavily comprised of twisting spiked metal in the shape of a bow with gold, black, and red highlights. The Relic Weapon declares its elemental nature with a glowing shard on its upper half, as though the source of its power.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Circine Eureka	93	94.24	3.04	+150	+162	Customizable Substats
Circinae	92	93.22	3.04	+148	+161	Customizable Substats
Hydatos Harp Bow 1	92	93.22	3.04	+146	+157	Customizable Substats

4 Augmented Law’s Order Composite Bow

Unlocked At Level 80, Mid-Tier

Augmented Law’s Order Composite Bow by Norirow Note of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	104	Dexterity	+204
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+213
Auto-Attack	105.38	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

Bards who want a more traditional take on their weapons in their Final Fantasy 14 gameplay to help tanks and DPS teammates can rely on the Augmented Law’s Order Composite Bow for a straightforward yet elegant take on the bow. Its customizable substats allow the Bard to become more flexible combatants in both solo and party setups, while its decent Physical Damage and Auto-Attack allow them to hold their own in both support and damage situations.

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Appearance-wise, the Augmented Law’s Order Composite Bow is heavily wooden. It boasts an ornately-decorated brace that acts as an arm shield, while both halves of the bow spring out from its sides. When sheathed and folded, the Augmented Law’s Order Crescent Bow has an appearance close to that of a harp, albeit lacking strings.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Magical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Law’s Order Composite Bow	103		104.37	3.04	+202	+210	+199 Direct Hit Rate	+139 Critical Hit
Brilliance Recollection	102	51	103.36	3.04	+196	+203	+194 Determination	+136 Critical Hit
Augmented Brilliance	102	51	103.36	3.04	+197	+203	+194 Determination	+136 Critical Hit
Brilliance	101	51	102.34	3.04	+189	+194	+188 Determination	+13 Critical Hit

3 Blade’s Muse

Unlocked At Level 80, Highest Tier

Blade’s Muse by Tau Micrya of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	106	Dexterity	+216
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+227
Auto-Attack	107.41	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

Among the Bard’s selection of Relic Weapons in their Final Fantasy 14 gameplay, Blade’s Muse is easily one of its more iconic armaments. While the weapon has a more simplified appearance than its more ornate previous upgrades, attaining the Blade’s Muse can give Bards an air of sophistication that fits any design motif. Stats-wise, Blade’s Muse’s customizable substats allow Bards to focus on other combat roles, while its decent DEX and VIT base stat bonuses provide them with a dependable Relic Bow.

However, Blade’s Muse stands out among other Bard Bows due to its overall appearance. Its base motif as a violin bow is retained with two primary wooden bases and a main string with tuning blades on the side. However, its main body has a set of central strings, mimicking a harp bow. The dual-instrument nature of Blade’s Muse doesn’t hurt the weapon’s industrial aesthetic, making it fit both fantastical and more sleek Bard designs.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Magical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Augmented Law’s Order Composite Bow	104		105.38	3.04	+204	+213	Customizable Substats
Law’s Order Composite Bow	103		104.37	3.04	+202	+210	+199 Direct Hit Rate	+139 Critical Hit
Brilliance Recollection	102	51	103.36	3.04	+196	+203	+194 Determination	+136 Critical Hit
Augmented Brilliance	102	51	103.36	3.04	+197	+203	+194 Determination	+136 Critical Hit

2 Amazing Manderville Harp Bow

Unlocked At Level 90, Mid-Tier

Amazing Manderville Harp Bow by Norirow Note of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	125	Dexterity	+348
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+376
Auto-Attack	126.66	Critical Hit	+283
Delay	3.04	Determination	+283

Accompanying the gameplay of Bards as a Final Fantasy 14 Job would be their associated instrument aesthetic, especially with the Amazing Manderville Harp Bow that adds a layer of minimalist elegance to the concept. Boasting rather strong Critical Hit and Determination bonuses, the Amazing Manderville ranged weapon fits the long-ranged specialization of the Bard Job. However, players who want to add more flair to their Bard’s appearance should collect the Amazing Manderville Harp Bow for its appealing appearance.

Similar to other harp bows, the Amazing Manderville Harp Bow takes the appearance of a standard large harp with a division at the middle to accommodate a brace and what appears to be a small horn. On both tops of each of the bow’s halves are doves with wings outstretched, with golden details lining the white wood of the weapon. Close to the bowstring are a pair of plumes that sway whenever the Bard moves.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Manderville Harp Bow	122	123.62	3.04	+321	+342	+275 Critical Hit	+275 Determination

1 Majestic Manderville Harp Bow

Unlocked At Level 90, Highest Tier

Majestic Manderville Harp Bow by Momiji Inubasiri of FF14 Database

Physical Damage	128	Dexterity	+378
Magic Damage	-	Vitality	+414
Auto-Attack	129.7	Substats	(Customizable)
Delay	3.04	-	-

Befitting the role of the pinnacle of the Final Fantasy 14 Bard’s signature Harp Bow would be the Majestic Manderville Harp Bow, the highest upgrade tier of the Manderville Harp Bow series. Boasting some of the highest DEX and VIT base stats among Relic Bows, the Majestic Manderville Harp Bow’s glowing green aura fits the supportive tendencies of Bard builds.

However, perhaps where it makes the biggest changes in its series would be its overall appearance. While the ornamental Amazing Manderville Harp Bow has a familiar triangular harp shape, the Majestic Manderville has an entirely different appearance. Now majorly comprised of wood, the Majestic Manderville Harp Bow has a central jade lyre within its main bow, boasting a more symmetrical appearance compared to its previous upgrades.

Previous Weapons

	Physical Damage	Auto-Attack	Delay	DEX	VIT	Substats/Other Variables
Amazing Manderville Harp Bow	125	126.66	3.04	+348	+376	+283 Critical Hit	+283 Determination
Manderville Harp Bow	122	123.62	3.04	+321	+342	+275 Critical Hit	+275 Determination