Main weapon

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A variety of main weapons from Splatoon.
Your go-to weapon can be short-range, long-range, or just plain messy (like the Splat Roller). Each has its own benefits and weaknesses, so there's something for every play style!
— Splatoon's official website, [1]

The main weapon is the primary type of weapon that players use in the Splatoon series. Each main weapon comes with a sub weapon and special weapon to form a set.

List of main weapons

For a list of all weapons and their sets by game, see List of weapons in Splatoon, List of weapons in Splatoon 2, and List of weapons in Splatoon 3.

Shooters

An Inkling wielding the Splattershot
Main article: Shooter

Shooters are guns that fire small blobs of ink in quick succession. Most shooters continuously fire when the player holds the trigger, but some shooters offer semi-automatic or burst-fire functionality, requiring the player to tap the trigger repeatedly instead of holding it for some or all aspects of operation.

Prior to Splatoon 3, the shooter class additionally included blasters, which were separated into their own class in that game.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Sploosh-o-matic.png
Sploosh-o-matic
A mid-damage, close-range shooter with a high fire rate. It features the highest damage output per second in its class, at the cost of having the shortest range. S3 Weapon Main Sploosh-o-matic.png Sploosh-o-matic
S3 Weapon Main Neo Sploosh-o-matic.png Neo Sploosh-o-matic
S2 Weapon Main Sploosh-o-matic 7.png Sploosh-o-matic 7
S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Jr..png
Splattershot Jr.
The first weapon given to the player upon starting the game. It is a low-damage, close-range shooter with a high fire rate. Its fire rate and ink efficiency ensure that new players will be able to accomplish something. S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Jr..png Splattershot Jr.
S3 Weapon Main Custom Splattershot Jr..png Custom Splattershot Jr.
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splattershot Jr..png Kensa Splattershot Jr.
S3 Weapon Main Splash-o-matic.png
Splash-o-matic
A low-damage, mid-range shooter with a high fire rate. It features perfect accuracy, the best among all automatic shooters. S3 Weapon Main Splash-o-matic.png Splash-o-matic
S3 Weapon Main Neo Splash-o-matic.png Neo Splash-o-matic
S3 Weapon Main Aerospray MG.png
Aerospray
A low-damage, close-range shooter with a high fire rate. It has the widest shot spread and the fastest firing rate in its class, allowing it to excel at covering turf. S3 Weapon Main Aerospray MG.png Aerospray MG
S3 Weapon Main Aerospray RG.png Aerospray RG
S2 Weapon Main Aerospray PG.png Aerospray PG
S3 Weapon Main Splattershot.png
Splattershot
A mid-damage, mid-range shooter with an average fire rate. It has no real weaknesses and can adapt to any situation. S3 Weapon Main Splattershot.png Splattershot
S3 Weapon Main Tentatek Splattershot.png Tentatek Splattershot
S Weapon Main Wasabi Splattershot.png Wasabi Splattershot
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splattershot.png Kensa Splattershot
S3 Weapon Main Hero Shot Replica.png Hero Shot Replica
S3 Weapon Main Octo Shot Replica.png Octo Shot Replica
S3 Weapon Main Order Shot Replica.png Order Shot Replica
S3 Weapon Main .52 Gal.png
.52 Gal
A high-damage, mid-range shooter with a slow fire rate. This weapon suffers from low accuracy. S3 Weapon Main .52 Gal.png .52 Gal
S3 Weapon Main .52 Gal Deco.png .52 Gal Deco
S2 Weapon Main Kensa .52 Gal.png Kensa .52 Gal
S3 Weapon Main N-ZAP '85.png
N-ZAP
A low-damage, mid-range shooter with a fast fire rate. It has the fastest strafe speed in its class. S3 Weapon Main N-ZAP '85.png N-ZAP '85
S3 Weapon Main N-ZAP '89.png N-ZAP '89
S2 Weapon Main N-ZAP '83.png N-ZAP '83
S Weapon Main Dual Squelcher.png
Dual Squelcher
A low-damage, mid-range shooter with an average fire rate. S Weapon Main Dual Squelcher.png Dual Squelcher
S Weapon Main Custom Dual Squelcher.png Custom Dual Squelcher
S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Pro.png
Splattershot Pro
A mid-damage, long-range shooter with a slow fire rate. Notably, this weapon has very high ink consumption. S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Pro.png Splattershot Pro
S3 Weapon Main Forge Splattershot Pro.png Forge Splattershot Pro
S Weapon Main Berry Splattershot Pro.png Berry Splattershot Pro
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splattershot Pro.png Kensa Splattershot Pro
S3 Weapon Main .96 Gal.png
.96 Gal
A high-damage, long-range shooter with a very slow fire rate. As a trade-off for its power and range, this weapon suffers from low accuracy, and it consumes more ink per shot than any other weapon in its class. S3 Weapon Main .96 Gal.png .96 Gal
S3 Weapon Main .96 Gal Deco.png .96 Gal Deco
S3 Weapon Main Jet Squelcher.png
Jet Squelcher
A low-damage, long-range shooter with a slow fire rate. It has the longest range in its class. S3 Weapon Main Jet Squelcher.png Jet Squelcher
S3 Weapon Main Custom Jet Squelcher.png Custom Jet Squelcher
S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Nova.png
Splattershot Nova
A low-damage, mid-range shooter with an average fire rate. It has good ink efficiency, but is in turn less accurate. S3 Weapon Main Splattershot Nova.png Splattershot Nova
S3 Weapon Main Annaki Splattershot Nova.png Annaki Splattershot Nova
Burst-fire or semi-automatic
S3 Weapon Main L-3 Nozzlenose.png
L-3 Nozzlenose
A low-damage, mid-range shooter. It is a burst fire weapon, firing three bullets after a pull of the trigger. Well-timed button presses are required to maintain an optimal fire rate. S3 Weapon Main L-3 Nozzlenose.png L-3 Nozzlenose
S3 Weapon Main L-3 Nozzlenose D.png L-3 Nozzlenose D
S2 Weapon Main Kensa L-3 Nozzlenose.png Kensa L-3 Nozzlenose
S3 Weapon Main H-3 Nozzlenose.png
H-3 Nozzlenose
A mid-damage, long-range shooter. It is burst-fire, firing three bullets after a pull of the trigger. S3 Weapon Main H-3 Nozzlenose.png H-3 Nozzlenose
S3 Weapon Main H-3 Nozzlenose D.png H-3 Nozzlenose D
S2 Weapon Main Cherry H-3 Nozzlenose.png Cherry H-3 Nozzlenose
S3 Weapon Main Squeezer.png
Squeezer
A shooter with two firing modes: semi-automatic and fully automatic. Pulling the trigger once will squirt out a single long range, mid-power shot with perfect accuracy. Holding the button leads to successive low range, high spread, lower-powered shots. The trigger can be tapped repeatedly to maintain the high-power mode. S3 Weapon Main Squeezer.png Squeezer
S3 Weapon Main Foil Squeezer.png Foil Squeezer


Rollers

An Octoling wielding the Gold Dynamo Roller
Main article: Roller

Rollers can be pushed along the ground, leaving a trail of ink. When performing an attack, a large amount of ink is flung from the roller. Damage is dealt if opponents come into contact with the weapon while it is being pushed, with most rollers being capable of crushing opponents in one hit. Starting in Splatoon 2, rollers are capable of executing a thinner long-range vertical swing by swinging while in midair.

Prior to Splatoon 3, the roller class additionally included brushes, which were separated into their own class in that game.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
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S3 Weapon Main Carbon Roller.png
Carbon Roller
A light, mobile roller that has a fast rolling speed. It has extremely fast flicks in exchange for a short range. It is unable to crush opponents in one hit. S3 Weapon Main Carbon Roller.png Carbon Roller
S3 Weapon Main Carbon Roller Deco.png Carbon Roller Deco
S3 Weapon Main Splat Roller.png
Splat Roller
The standard roller. It has decent range and mobility. S3 Weapon Main Splat Roller.png Splat Roller
S3 Weapon Main Krak-On Splat Roller.png Krak-On Splat Roller
S Weapon Main CoroCoro Splat Roller.png CoroCoro Splat Roller
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splat Roller.png Kensa Splat Roller
S2 Weapon Main Hero Roller Replica.png Hero Roller Replica
S3 Weapon Main Order Roller Replica.png Order Roller Replica
S3 Weapon Main Dynamo Roller.png
Dynamo Roller
A heavy roller. It deals high damage and can throw ink farther than all other rollers. However, it is very slow and consumes the most ink of any roller. S3 Weapon Main Dynamo Roller.png Dynamo Roller
S3 Weapon Main Gold Dynamo Roller.png Gold Dynamo Roller
S Weapon Main Tempered Dynamo Roller.png Tempered Dynamo Roller
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Dynamo Roller.png Kensa Dynamo Roller
S3 Weapon Main Flingza Roller.png
Flingza Roller
A roller that changes shape when performing a vertical swing. Its horizontal swing and rolling capabilities are similar to that of the Splat Roller, while its vertical swing is slow but has better range, inking, and damage. S3 Weapon Main Flingza Roller.png Flingza Roller
S3 Weapon Main Foil Flingza Roller.png Foil Flingza Roller
S3 Weapon Main Big Swig Roller.png
Big Swig Roller
A roller with exceptional inking capabilities and wider range. It is extremely ink efficient and fast while rolling. Its swings are somewhat quick but tend to be weaker compared to other rollers. It cannot splat opponents with a single horizontal swing, and it cannot crush opponents in one hit. S3 Weapon Main Big Swig Roller.png Big Swig Roller
S3 Weapon Main Big Swig Roller Express.png Big Swig Roller Express


Chargers

An Inkling holding the E-liter 4K Scope
Main article: Charger

Chargers are sniper rifle-like mid- to long-range weapons that shoot extremely fast ink shots in a straight line. Chargers can instantly splat opponents at long range once they are fully charged up (with the exception of the Snipewriter 5H and Bamboozlers). Uncharged shots do not have much range or damage. While charging, a laser shows all players the direction in which the charger is being aimed. Starting in Splatoon 2, some chargers allow the player to store their charge when swimming around in ink for a short period of time.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Classic Squiffer.png
Squiffer
A short-range charger with a fast charge time that is unaffected while in mid-air. S3 Weapon Main Classic Squiffer.png Classic Squiffer
S3 Weapon Main New Squiffer.png New Squiffer
S2 Weapon Main Fresh Squiffer.png Fresh Squiffer
S3 Weapon Main Splat Charger.png
Splat Charger
The standard charger, featuring a long range and a decent charge time. S3 Weapon Main Splat Charger.png Splat Charger
S Weapon Main Kelp Splat Charger.png Kelp Splat Charger
S Weapon Main Bento Splat Charger.png Bento Splat Charger
S2 Weapon Main Firefin Splat Charger.png Firefin Splat Charger
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Charger.png Kensa Charger
S2 Weapon Main Hero Charger Replica.png Hero Charger Replica
S3 Weapon Main Z+F Splat Charger.png Z+F Splat Charger
S3 Weapon Main Order Charger Replica.png Order Charger Replica
S3 Weapon Main Splatterscope.png
Splatterscope
A Splat Charger with a scope, for extra range and precision at the cost of the inability to store charges. S3 Weapon Main Splatterscope.png Splatterscope
S Weapon Main Kelp Splatterscope.png Kelp Splatterscope
S Weapon Main Bento Splatterscope.png Bento Splatterscope
S2 Weapon Main Firefin Splatterscope.png Firefin Splatterscope
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splatterscope.png Kensa Splatterscope
S3 Weapon Main Z+F Splatterscope.png Z+F Splatterscope
S3 Weapon Main E-liter 4K.png
E-liter
A charger with extreme range and damage in exchange for a slow charge time and heavy ink consumption. S Weapon Main E-liter 3K.png E-liter 3K
S Weapon Main Custom E-liter 3K.png Custom E-liter 3K
S3 Weapon Main E-liter 4K.png E-liter 4K
S3 Weapon Main Custom E-liter 4K.png Custom E-liter 4K
S3 Weapon Main E-liter 4K Scope.png
E-liter Scope
An E-liter with a stronger scope than the Splatterscope, allowing for more range and extra precision. However, it cannot store its charge. S Weapon Main E-liter 3K Scope.png E-liter 3K Scope
S Weapon Main Custom E-liter 3K Scope.png Custom E-liter 3K Scope
S3 Weapon Main E-liter 4K Scope.png E-liter 4K Scope
S3 Weapon Main Custom E-liter 4K Scope.png Custom E-liter 4K Scope
S3 Weapon Main Bamboozler 14 Mk I.png
Bamboozler 14
A mid-range charger with an extremely fast charge time. However, its fully charged shots cannot splat opponents in a single hit. It also lacks the ability to store its charge and pierce targets. S3 Weapon Main Bamboozler 14 Mk I.png Bamboozler 14 Mk I
S2 Weapon Main Bamboozler 14 Mk II.png Bamboozler 14 Mk II
S2 Weapon Main Bamboozler 14 Mk III.png Bamboozler 14 Mk III
S3 Weapon Main Goo Tuber.png
Goo Tuber
A mid-range charger that can hold both full and partial charges for an exceptionally long time at the cost of a slow charge time. A single partially charged shot from this weapon can deal enough damage to splat an undamaged target on its own. S3 Weapon Main Goo Tuber.png Goo Tuber
S3 Weapon Main Custom Goo Tuber.png Custom Goo Tuber
S3 Weapon Main Snipewriter 5H.png
Snipewriter
A long-range charger that holds five, medium-damage shots per full charge, requiring two hits to splat an opponent. It lacks the ability to store its charge and pierce targets. S3 Weapon Main Snipewriter 5H.png Snipewriter 5H
S3 Weapon Main Snipewriter 5B.png Snipewriter 5B


Sloshers

An Inkling wielding the Sloshing Machine
Main article: Slosher (weapon class)

Sloshers are bucket-like weapons that hurl ink in an arc. The ink can be hurled over walls or obstacles. Some sloshers have unique projectiles, such as bubbles that linger and bounce around when they hit a solid surface or long-range projectiles which explode on impact with solid surfaces.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
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S3 Weapon Main Slosher.png
Slosher
The standard slosher, with balanced performance. It can curve its sloshes to cover a wider area. S3 Weapon Main Slosher.png Slosher
S3 Weapon Main Slosher Deco.png Slosher Deco
S2 Weapon Main Soda Slosher.png Soda Slosher
S2 Weapon Main Hero Slosher Replica.png Hero Slosher Replica
S3 Weapon Main Order Slosher Replica.png Order Slosher Replica
S3 Weapon Main Tri-Slosher.png
Tri-Slosher
A slosher that throws ink in three directions simultaneously. It has a high fire rate, but lower damage output and range. S3 Weapon Main Tri-Slosher.png Tri-Slosher
S3 Weapon Main Tri-Slosher Nouveau.png Tri-Slosher Nouveau
S3 Weapon Main Sloshing Machine.png
Sloshing Machine
A slosher that launches a small mortar-like glob that is trailed by a vortex of ink. The vortex does splash damage in a small radius, while the glob itself does higher damage, with a smaller hitbox. S3 Weapon Main Sloshing Machine.png Sloshing Machine
S3 Weapon Main Sloshing Machine Neo.png Sloshing Machine Neo
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Sloshing Machine.png Kensa Sloshing Machine
S3 Weapon Main Bloblobber.png
Bloblobber
A mid- to long-ranged slosher. Each swing lobs a volley of four, slow-moving "blobs" which bounce along the ground and reflect off of walls. It's the only slosher that can splat in one swing. S3 Weapon Main Bloblobber.png Bloblobber
S3 Weapon Main Bloblobber Deco.png Bloblobber Deco
S3 Weapon Main Explosher.png
Explosher
A slosher that launches a slow, long-range projectile that explodes on impact with solid surfaces. It has high ink consumption and poor mobility, but in return has strong inking capabilities. Uniquely, the projectile and the explosion deal damage separately. S3 Weapon Main Explosher.png Explosher
S3 Weapon Main Custom Explosher.png Custom Explosher
S3 Weapon Main Dread Wringer.png
Dread Wringer
A slosher that sloshes two times in succession, allowing it to cover a wider area with a single swing, or focus one area for maximum damage. It has better range and inking capabilities than the standard Slosher, but at the cost of a lower fire rate. S3 Weapon Main Dread Wringer.png Dread Wringer
S3 Weapon Main Dread Wringer D.png Dread Wringer D


Splatlings

An Octoling holding the Hydra Splatling
Main article: Splatling

Splatlings are rotary cannon- or minigun-like weapons that generally have a high rate of fire and considerable range. In-game, they operate similar to chargers but release a stream of small ink bullets instead of a single powerful shot. Like chargers, a full charge is necessary to achieve maximum potential range and firing duration.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Mini Splatling.png
Mini Splatling
A light splatling with a short charge time but shorter range. It allows users to strafe quickly while charging and firing. S3 Weapon Main Mini Splatling.png Mini Splatling
S3 Weapon Main Zink Mini Splatling.png Zink Mini Splatling
S Weapon Main Refurbished Mini Splatling.png Refurbished Mini Splatling
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Mini Splatling.png Kensa Mini Splatling
S3 Weapon Main Heavy Splatling.png
Heavy Splatling
The standard splatling. Its stats are well-rounded, having no glaring strengths or weaknesses. S3 Weapon Main Heavy Splatling.png Heavy Splatling
S3 Weapon Main Heavy Splatling Deco.png Heavy Splatling Deco
S2 Weapon Main Heavy Splatling Remix.png Heavy Splatling Remix
S2 Weapon Main Hero Splatling Replica.png Hero Splatling Replica
S3 Weapon Main Order Splatling Replica.png Order Splatling Replica
S3 Weapon Main Hydra Splatling.png
Hydra Splatling
The Splatling with the longest range in its class. It can fire continuously for a lengthy period of time, with the drawback being its ink hunger and high charge time. When fully charged, a high-damage feature activates, allowing users to splat opponents with three hits. S3 Weapon Main Hydra Splatling.png Hydra Splatling
S2 Weapon Main Custom Hydra Splatling.png Custom Hydra Splatling
S3 Weapon Main Ballpoint Splatling.png
Ballpoint Splatling
A Splatling with two different firing modes, an initial short ranged firing mode with a high fire rate and a secondary firing mode that has a slower fire rate but longer range and perfect accuracy. Unlike most other splatlings, it can interrupt its fire to recharge. Upon completing a full charge, subsequent charges will retain the secondary mode attributes until the charge is entirely expended. S3 Weapon Main Ballpoint Splatling.png Ballpoint Splatling
S3 Weapon Main Ballpoint Splatling Nouveau.png Ballpoint Splatling Nouveau
S3 Weapon Main Nautilus 47.png
Nautilus
A shorter ranged Splatling with a medium charge rate. The weapon boasts the ability to store its charge much like some chargers and can interrupt its fire to recharge. Its accuracy in the air is comparable to its accuracy when grounded. S3 Weapon Main Nautilus 47.png Nautilus 47
S3 Weapon Main Nautilus 79.png Nautilus 79
S3 Weapon Main Heavy Edit Splatling.png
Heavy Edit Splatling
A Splatling with a slow charge time, but a very high fire rate when fully charged. S3 Weapon Main Heavy Edit Splatling.png Heavy Edit Splatling


Dualies

An Octoling wielding the Dapple Dualies
Main article: Dualie

Dualies are paired sets of guns that give their user the ability to dodge roll. After a dodge roll, the two dualies are held together by the player, enhancing their performance in various ways depending on the dualies. This weapon class was introduced in Splatoon 2.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Dapple Dualies.png
Dapple Dualies
Lightweight dualies that have quick dodge rolls, a high fire rate, and middling damage. However, they have poor range, and their dodge rolls only cover a short distance. S3 Weapon Main Dapple Dualies.png Dapple Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Dapple Dualies Nouveau.png Dapple Dualies Nouveau
S2 Weapon Main Clear Dapple Dualies.png Clear Dapple Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Splat Dualies.png
Splat Dualies
The first available pair of dualies in the Splatoon series. They feature balanced performance, having a high fire rate to compensate for the low damage typical of the class. S3 Weapon Main Splat Dualies.png Splat Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Enperry Splat Dualies.png Enperry Splat Dualies
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Splat Dualies.png Kensa Splat Dualies
S2 Weapon Main Hero Dualie Replicas.png Hero Dualie Replicas
S3 Weapon Main Order Dualie Replicas.png Order Dualie Replicas
S3 Weapon Main Glooga Dualies.png
Glooga Dualies
A mid-range, mid-damage pair of dualies with a low fire rate. Their dodge rolls are slow, but shot damage and range increase after a dodge roll instead of fire rate, allowing it to splat opponents with one fewer shot at greater distances. S3 Weapon Main Glooga Dualies.png Glooga Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Glooga Dualies Deco.png Glooga Dualies Deco
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Glooga Dualies.png Kensa Glooga Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Dualie Squelchers.png
Dualie Squelchers
A long-range pair of dualies with unique dodge rolls. The dodge rolls are quick and allow the user to slide instead of being locked in place, but they do not increase their fire rate. S3 Weapon Main Dualie Squelchers.png Dualie Squelchers
S3 Weapon Main Custom Dualie Squelchers.png Custom Dualie Squelchers
S3 Weapon Main Dark Tetra Dualies.png
Tetra Dualies
These mid-range dualies put a significant emphasis on mobility. They allow up to four consecutive dodge rolls instead of the normal two, and can also shoot while rolling. S3 Weapon Main Dark Tetra Dualies.png Dark Tetra Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Light Tetra Dualies.png Light Tetra Dualies
S3 Weapon Main Douser Dualies FF.png
Douser Dualies FF
A long-range pair of Dualies that can only perform one dodge roll. When performing a dodge roll, the fire rate increases while reducing their range. S3 Weapon Main Douser Dualies FF.png Douser Dualies FF


Brellas

An Inkling holding the Splat Brella
Main article: Brella

Brellas are shotgun-like weapons with deployable shields which have large amounts of HP that can be held in front of the user. Most brellas can also launch their shield forward. This weapon class was introduced in Splatoon 2.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Splat Brella.png
Splat Brella
The standard Brella, featuring middling range, damage, and shield durability. S3 Weapon Main Splat Brella.png Splat Brella
S3 Weapon Main Sorella Brella.png Sorella Brella
S2 Weapon Main Hero Brella Replica.png Hero Brella Replica
S3 Weapon Main Order Brella Replica.png Order Brella Replica
S3 Weapon Main Tenta Brella.png
Tenta Brella
A heavier brella with a larger, more durable shield. Its shots have more range and it is able to deal lethal damage in one shot, at the cost of a slow rate of fire. S3 Weapon Main Tenta Brella.png Tenta Brella
S3 Weapon Main Tenta Sorella Brella.png Tenta Sorella Brella
S2 Weapon Main Tenta Camo Brella.png Tenta Camo Brella
S3 Weapon Main Undercover Brella.png
Undercover Brella
A lightweight brella that can be fired while its shield is open. It has a quick rate of fire, but the damage dealt by each shot is low and its shield is particularly weak. It is unable to launch its shield. S3 Weapon Main Undercover Brella.png Undercover Brella
S3 Weapon Main Undercover Sorella Brella.png Undercover Sorella Brella
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Undercover Brella.png Kensa Undercover Brella
S3 Weapon Main Recycled Brella 24 Mk I.png
Recycled Brella 24 Mk I
A Brella with faster shield deployment and recovery. S3 Weapon Main Recycled Brella 24 Mk I.png Recycled Brella 24 Mk I


Blasters

An Octoling holding the Range Blaster
Main article: Blaster (weapon class)

Blasters are weapons that fire large globs of ink with a delayed explosion, which have a spherical hitbox and are capable of hitting opponents that are behind walls or cover.

Blasters have been in the Splatoon series since Splatoon. However, the blaster class was introduced in Splatoon 3; prior to that game, blasters were classified as shooters.

Note: The series are arranged by the order of their respective Tableturf Battle cards.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Luna Blaster.png
Luna Blaster
A blaster with short range but above average fire rate, blast radius, and ink efficiency. It is capable of splatting an opponent with one direct hit. S3 Weapon Main Luna Blaster.png Luna Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Luna Blaster Neo.png Luna Blaster Neo
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Luna Blaster.png Kensa Luna Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Order Blaster Replica.png Order Blaster Replica
S3 Weapon Main Blaster.png
Blaster
The standard blaster. Has a slow firing speed but is well-rounded otherwise. S3 Weapon Main Blaster.png Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Custom Blaster.png Custom Blaster
S2 Weapon Main Hero Blaster Replica.png Hero Blaster Replica
S3 Weapon Main Range Blaster.png
Range Blaster
A revised version of the Blaster that boasts higher range at the cost of a slower fire rate. S3 Weapon Main Range Blaster.png Range Blaster
S2 Weapon Main Custom Range Blaster.png Custom Range Blaster
S2 Weapon Main Grim Range Blaster.png Grim Range Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Clash Blaster.png
Clash Blaster
A blaster that fires huge short-ranged blasts in very quick succession, but its low damage makes it hard to splat opponents with it. S3 Weapon Main Clash Blaster.png Clash Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Clash Blaster Neo.png Clash Blaster Neo
S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster.png
Rapid Blaster
A blaster that fires long range blasts at a good fire rate, with reduced damage and blast radius. S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster.png Rapid Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster Deco.png Rapid Blaster Deco
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Rapid Blaster.png Kensa Rapid Blaster
S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster Pro.png
Rapid Blaster Pro
This modified version of the Rapid Blaster can hit at even longer ranges, but has a slower fire rate, and uses more ink per shot. S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster Pro.png Rapid Blaster Pro
S3 Weapon Main Rapid Blaster Pro Deco.png Rapid Blaster Pro Deco
S3 Weapon Main S-BLAST '92.png
S-BLAST
A slow-firing, one-shot capable blaster with two firing modes, short-range and long-range. The short-range mode is triggered by pressing after jumping, and fires a huge short-ranged blast. The long-range mode is triggered by pressing on the ground, and fires a long-ranged, high-velocity shot with a small blast radius. Notably, this mode can also be triggered in the air by falling without a preceding jump, or by jumping immediately after pressing . S3 Weapon Main S-BLAST '92.png S-BLAST '92
S3 Weapon Main S-BLAST '91.png S-BLAST '91


Brushes

An Inkling holding the Inkbrush
Main article: Brush

Brushes can be pushed along the ground, much as rollers. They are especially fast but leave a narrow trail of ink. They do not deal nearly as much contact damage, and no brush is capable of crushing opponents in one hit. However, instead of flinging large waves of ink, brushes quickly swipe from side to side, flicking many smaller globs.

Brushes have been in the Splatoon series since Splatoon. However, the brush class was introduced in Splatoon 3; prior to that game, brushes were classified as rollers.

Note: The series are arranged by the order of their respective Tableturf Battle cards.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Inkbrush.png
Inkbrush
A fast but short-ranged brush. When pushed along the ground, the user moves at extremely high speed, and leaves behind a narrow trail of ink. S3 Weapon Main Inkbrush.png Inkbrush
S3 Weapon Main Inkbrush Nouveau.png Inkbrush Nouveau
S2 Weapon Main Permanent Inkbrush.png Permanent Inkbrush
S3 Weapon Main Octobrush.png
Octobrush
A slower brush with decent range. Movement speed while sliding along the ground is a bit slower compared to the Inkbrush. S3 Weapon Main Octobrush.png Octobrush
S3 Weapon Main Octobrush Nouveau.png Octobrush Nouveau
S2 Weapon Main Kensa Octobrush.png Kensa Octobrush
S2 Weapon Main Herobrush Replica.png Herobrush Replica
S3 Weapon Main Orderbrush Replica.png Orderbrush Replica
S3 Weapon Main Painbrush.png
Painbrush
An even slower brush that must wind up before it can start swinging. In return, it has greater range, power, and inking capabilities. S3 Weapon Main Painbrush.png Painbrush
S3 Weapon Main Painbrush Nouveau.png Painbrush Nouveau


Stringers

An Inkling wielding the Tri-Stringer
Main article: Stringer

Stringers are bow-like weapons that generally have considerable range and middling damage. Like chargers, a full charge is necessary to achieve maximum range and damage. They have vertical and horizontal shots, similar to rollers. They shoot three strings of ink per shot. The weapon class was introduced in Splatoon 3.

Note: The series are arranged by their respective order in the weapon select screen with the Main filter.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Tri-Stringer.png
Tri-Stringer
The standard stringer, with long range but no charge hold. Reaching the first level of charge allows its shots to lodge themselves in terrain briefly before exploding. S3 Weapon Main Tri-Stringer.png Tri-Stringer
S3 Weapon Main Inkline Tri-Stringer.png Inkline Tri-Stringer
S3 Weapon Main Order Stringer Replica.png Order Stringer Replica
S3 Weapon Main REEF-LUX 450.png
REEF-LUX 450
A lightweight stringer that can store its charge, but cannot fire explosive shots. It charges quickly and does more damage than the Tri-Stringer, but it is lacking in range. S3 Weapon Main REEF-LUX 450.png REEF-LUX 450
S3 Weapon Main REEF-LUX 450 Deco.png REEF-LUX 450 Deco


Splatanas

An Inkling wielding the Splatana Wiper
Main article: Splatana

Splatanas are sword-like weapons that are similar to brushes, without the rolling function. Instead, when is held, they will charge a more powerful vertical swing. All splatanas have an additional melee hitbox as the splatana itself, and when charged, this hitbox can splat opponents in one hit. The weapon class was introduced in Splatoon 3.

Note: The series are arranged by the order of their respective Tableturf Battle cards.

Series Description Variants Games
Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S3 Weapon Main Splatana Stamper.png
Splatana Stamper
A heavier Splatana compared to the standard. It has a slower rate of fire, but its ink projectiles are wider, travel further, and deal more damage. S3 Weapon Main Splatana Stamper.png Splatana Stamper
S3 Weapon Main Splatana Stamper Nouveau.png Splatana Stamper Nouveau
S3 Weapon Main Order Splatana Replica.png Order Splatana Replica
S3 Weapon Main Splatana Wiper.png
Splatana Wiper
The standard Splatana, with decent range but low damage. It moves quickly when slashing and charging, and has good ink efficiency. S3 Weapon Main Splatana Wiper.png Splatana Wiper
S3 Weapon Main Splatana Wiper Deco.png Splatana Wiper Deco


Rare

The Grizzco Blaster, one of the rare weapons, being loaned to a player during a rotation with randomized weapons.

Rare weapons are modified weapons from existing classes. During wildcard rotations of Salmon Run and Salmon Run: Next Wave, one of Mr. Grizz's personal weapons are accidentally added to the mix.[2] Rare weapons are tweaked versions of normal weapons with much more powerful stats. These weapons are only available at certain times and are only used within Salmon Run.

Rare weapon Description Games
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S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Blaster.png
Grizzco Blaster
Modified Blaster. A moderate-damage, close-range blaster with a fast rate of fire and low ink consumption.
It debuted on 16 September 2017.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Brella.png
Grizzco Brella
Modified Splat Brella. A moderate-damage, mid-range brella with a fast rate of fire and low ink consumption. There is no canopy on this brella, so it cannot be opened; instead, it fires rapidly when the trigger is held.
It debuted on 15 October 2017.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Charger.png
Grizzco Charger
Modified Bamboozler 14. A high-damage, long-range charger with high ink consumption. It charges instantly but cannot store a charge.
It debuted on 29 April 2018.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Slosher.png
Grizzco Slosher
Modified Sloshing Machine. A high-damage, long-range slosher with a slow rate of fire and high ink consumption. The projectiles penetrate armor and keep moving after hitting enemies, then drop vertically at the end of their arc.
It debuted on 17 June 2018.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Stringer.png
Grizzco Stringer
Modified Tri-Stringer. A high-damage, long-range stringer with high ink consumption. It fires nine projectiles per shot and charges quickly but has low accuracy due to its irregular spread pattern.
It debuted on 1 October 2022.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Splatana.png
Grizzco Splatana
Modified Splatana Stamper. A high-damage, close-range splatana with low ink consumption. Both slashes have extremely limited range, but are highly damaging. The charged slash can pierce armor and has a long distance dash but has a long charge time.
It debuted on 2 December 2022.
S3 Weapon Main Grizzco Dualies.png
Grizzco Dualies
Modified Splat Dualies. Extremely close-range dualies with a fast rate of fire, moderate damage, and low ink consumption. Performing a dodge roll with them creates a small burst of ink around the user's body, dealing heavy damage to nearby foes. The player can dodge roll up to 9 times in a row.
They debuted during the Big Run starting on 2 September 2023.


Abilities

Abilities on a player's gear can affect main weapons. The following abilities have effects that directly improve the performance of main weapons.

Ability Effect Games
Splatoon "S" icon.svg Splatoon 2 "2" icon.svg Splatoon 3 "3" icon.svg
S Ability Damage Up.png Damage Up Increases damage dealt by weapons.
S3 Ability Ink Saver (Main).png Ink Saver (Main) Reduces the amount of ink consumed by main weapons.
S3 Ability Object Shredder.png Object Shredder Increases damage dealt by weapons to non-player targets.
S2 Ability Main Power Up.png Main Power Up Increases the power of the selected weapon.
S3 Ability Intensify Action.png Intensify Action Makes Squid Rolls and Squid Surges easier to do and steadies the aim when firing after jumping.

Gallery

Names in other languages

Language Name Meaning
Japan Japanese メインウェポン
mein wepon
Main weapon
Netherlands Dutch Hoofdwapen Main weapon
CanadaFrance French Armes principales Main weapon
Germany German Hauptwaffen Main weapon
Italy Italian Armi principali Main weapon
Russia Russian Основное оружие
Osnovnoy oruzhiye
Main weapon
SpainMexico Spanish Armas principales Main weapon
Denmark Danish Hovedvåben
Normale våben
Main weapon
Normal weapon
Norway Norwegian Hovedvåpen
Vanligt våpen(Splatoon)
Main weapon
Usual weapon
Sweden Swedish Huvudvapen Main weapon

See also

The following lists show the most essential stats for every main weapon. The lists include what sub and special are in the weapon's set, the cost of each weapon, and the level requirement to unlock the weapon.

Notes

  1. Concept art shows a few early versions of different weapons. From left to right, and top to bottom: a Blaster, a Sploosh-o-matic, a sub weapon that is possibly a Seeker, an Inkbrush, a Carbon Roller (from the side), a Killer Wail, an Octobrush, the Hero Shot, an unknown weapon, the Inkstrike and its GamePad-like device, a Splattershot Jr., a Rapid Blaster, an E-liter 3K, and the Hero Charger

References