10 Keyblades in Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Final Mix, Ranked

There are 18 different types of Keyblades in Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Final Mix. They serve as the game’s primary weapon. They add different augmentations to Sora’s physical and magical abilities, enabling players to customize their playstyles. Moreover, they serve as versatile tools that enable players to do many things, such as unlocking pathways to different worlds.

Certain Keyblades are more powerful than others, and Sora needs the best ones to beat the forces of darkness. Here is our ranked review of the best Keyblades in Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Final Mix.

10. Pumpkinhead

Pumpkinhead is ideal for increasing players’ reach. Moreover, it can deal with successive critical blows and has a critical hit rate of X2 and +7 Strength, enough to cause considerable damage. As such, players can use it to strike enemies hard from a safe distance. It is also easy to use, and the 1 Recoil ensures fast recovery after card breaks. Notably, its stats make it ideal for players with a physical, strength-based playstyle. Players can obtain this Keyblade from Jack Skellington after locking the keyhole in Halloween Town.

9. Lady Luck

Lady Luck is ideal for players who focus on a magic-based playstyle, thanks to its +2 MP boost and enhanced magic and summon powers. Moreover, its critical hit boost and +8 Strength give it good balance, making it also handy for physical-based playstyles. As such, it can serve as a reliable primary weapon until players get a better one. However, it is worth noting that Lady Luck is easy to miss. Notably, players must get access to the White Trinity to unlock it. They must then backtrack to Wonderland and trigger the White Trinity located in Lotus Forest to obtain it.

8. Fairy Harp

Fairy Harp is ideal for players who capitalize on their magical abilities, as it raises maximum MP by +1. Moreover, it enhances summon and magic powers. However, players who capitalize on their physical skills will also find this Keyblade useful, as it has +8 Strength. Additionally, it can deal with powerful critical hits at times. Notably, this is one of the easiest Keyblades to use in the game. However, it has a shorter reach, meaning players must be close to enemies to use it. Players can obtain Fairy Harp by locking the keyhole in the Neverland world.

7. Oathkeeper

Oathkeeper is one of the most well-balanced Keyblades in Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Final Mix. On the one hand, it adds +1 MP and enhances summon and magic powers, making it worth obtaining for magic-oriented players. On the other hand, it has +9 Strength, a significant boost for physical-oriented playstyles. It also has X2 critical hit rate and can deal a string of critical blows. This Keyblade is located in Traverse Town. Players get it as a gift from Kairi after sealing the Hollow Bastion keyhole and rescuing her.

6. Lionheart

Lionheart is a well-balanced Keyblade, making it ideal for both physical and magical playstyles. It deals significant damage from physical attacks, thanks to its +10 Strength stat. Moreover, it has a long reach, enabling players to maintain a safe distance from enemies. The Keyblade also increases MP by +1 and buffs Sora’s summon and magic abilities. Players must beat Cloud and Leon in the Hades Cup to obtain this Keyblade. Unfortunately, it comes late in the game, limiting how much players can use it. Interestingly, Lionheart was also Squall’s ultimate weapon in Final Fantasy VIII.

5. One-Winged Angel

One-Winged Angel is ideal for players who rely on their strength to overcome enemies. It has +8 Strength, which is pretty standard. However, it has a high critical hit rate, albeit not specified, and adds +16 bonus damage to critical hits, making it deadly. However, it is not recommendable for players focusing on magic, as it reduces MP by -2. Moreover, it lacks any magic-enhancing abilities. Players must beat Sephiroth in the Platinum Match at the Olympus Coliseum to obtain this Keyblade. Interestingly, the Keyblade is named after the song that plays during the boss fight.

4. Diamond Dust

Diamond Dust, named after Shiva in Final Fantasy, is the best Keyblade for players who rely heavily on magic. It increases MP by +3, the highest boost of all Keyblades. The extra MP makes Sora more formidable, enabling him to last longer in challenging boss fights. It also adds a significant boost to magic and summon abilities. It is especially handy when fighting in the late-game cup matches at the Olympus Coliseum. However, it only adds +3 Strength, making it unsuitable for physical attacks. This Keyblade comes as a reward for beating the Ice Titan at the Olympus Coliseum, one of the most difficult boss fights.

3. Olympia

While Olympia does nothing to enhance players’ magical abilities, it gives a significant boost to their strength and physical attacks. It adds +9 Strength, one of the highest of all Keyblades. Moreover, it has a 1.5X critical hit rate, making physical attacks lethal. These stats give this Keyblade enough power to tear through most enemies. Moreover, it is great at deflecting attacks and has a long reach, making players less vulnerable to attacks. However, obtaining it can be difficult, as players must win the Hercules Cup along with the Phil Cup and Pegasus Cup.

2. Divine Rose

Divine Rose is one of the best Keyblades for players who prefer physical combat to magic. It has +10 Strength and +13 base attack, dealing considerable damage on impact. Additionally, it has an X2 critical hit rate, which makes it efficient for taking down bosses. However, it is also worth noting that it has a short reach and is, hence, only recommendable for close-range combat. It also does nothing for players’ magic. Players can obtain this Keyblade from Belle inside the library at Hollow Bastion.

1. Ultima Weapon

Ultima Weapon is the best Keyblade in Kingdom Hearts 1.5 Final Mix. It boasts some of the highest stats for magical as well as physical attacks. Most notably, it has +14 Strength and +2 MP, making it ideal for players who use magical, physical, or both playstyles. It is powerful enough to take down any boss with the right setup. However, obtaining this Keyblade can be quite difficult. Players must synthesize all 30 items in the workshop to unlock it.