There are several types of runestones, which can add anything from increased sign intensity to a poison damage to your weapon. Some swords have sockets, this allows you to add a runestone to upgrade them. Below are a few examples of bonus that weapons can have on them.Ĭheck the bonuses of weapons before deciding if you should upgrade them. Weapons can have bonuses on them even before you upgrade. Melee Weapons - Besides the steel and silver swords, you can get other weapons, such as axes or maces.Crossbow - Ranged weapon that is great for keeping distance, staggering, and knocking enemies out of the air.Silver Sword - This weapon is used on creatures and monsters.To make thing easier, use this on enemies with Red health bars.Steel Sword - This weapon is used mostly for humans and non-magical creatures.Armor Upgrades - The types of upgrades you can use on your armor.Armor Types - All the types of armor you can use in the game and what the different types mean.Weapon Upgrades - The types of upgrades you can use on your weapons.Weapon Types - All the types of weapons you can use in the game and explanations on when to use each.

This guide will cover weapons and upgrades in The Witcher 3 including:

For help with anything else related to the game, check out the Master Guide List.

I'll explain how weapons work in this game as well as let you know of the upgrades options you have.