Needleseye vs The Erstroot

Q: Which is better, Needleseye or The Erstroot in Soulframe?

Needleseye (Courage, 65 base attack (Courage virtue)) and The Erstroot (Spirit, 40 base attack (Spirit virtue)) serve different builds. The Erstroot has higher listed base attack (40 vs 65), but virtue requirements differ. Choose the weapon that matches your pact and virtue investment rather than raw stats alone.

Q: What is the difference between Needleseye and The Erstroot in Soulframe?

Needleseye: Heavy, Courage virtue, 65 base attack (Courage virtue). The Erstroot: Magick, Spirit virtue, 40 base attack (Spirit virtue). Drops: Needleseye from Zenith Wares (Purchase with Arcs (230 Arcs)); The Erstroot from Wraith of Wastes (Boss drop). Rarity: Needleseye Uncommon, The Erstroot Uncommon.

Q: Which pacts work best with Needleseye vs The Erstroot?

Needleseye: Tethren, Ode Tempest, Mora's Hand, Bromius, Wyld Tethren. The Erstroot: Oscelda, Garren Rood, Orengall, Wyld Oscelda.

Side-by-side Needleseye vs The Erstroot comparison — damage, stagger, drop sources and pact compatibility. Find which weapon suits your build.

Needleseye

Courage

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The Erstroot

Spirit

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Weapon comparison

Catalogue stats and decision dimensions for these two weapons.

Different types: Heavy vs Magick

Stat	Needleseye	The Erstroot
Type Weapon class and moveset family.	Heavy	Magick
Virtue Required virtue alignment for effective use.	Courage	Spirit
Rarity Catalogue rarity tier when listed.	Uncommon	Uncommon
Base attack Listed base attack from our catalogue.	65	40
Forgiveness How much margin for error the weapon allows.	—	—
Range Effective engagement distance.	—	—
Resource cost Materials needed to craft and upgrade.	—	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Needleseye or The Erstroot in Soulframe?

What is the difference between Needleseye and The Erstroot in Soulframe?

Which pacts work best with Needleseye vs The Erstroot?

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