The Moonshadow is an SSR rank Player Weapon in Solo Leveling: ARISE. These daggers contain all the strength of both the moon and the night itself. On nights when only darkness falls, beware of the moon's wrath.
Appearance and Capabilities[]
The dagger predominantly features shades of dark blue, white, and silver, which convey a celestial and mystical theme. There are also accents of bronze or gold, adding a regal touch.
The blade has an ethereal and almost otherworldly quality to it, being mostly white with a gradient that transitions into deep blue, symbolizing the night sky or shadows. There are intricate swirling patterns in light blue that run along the blade, resembling moonlight or celestial designs. The blade also seems to emit a faint glow, further emphasizing its mystical nature.
The guard is circular with an almost mechanical or ornate design, primarily in bronze or gold, with a dark, void-like circle in the center. This central circle gives the impression of a lunar eclipse or a portal to darkness. The hilt extends from the guard and is relatively short, making it suitable for quick, precise strikes. The hilt matches the blade’s color scheme, with alternating bands of blue and silver.
The entire dagger is sleek and elegant, with a sense of precision and lethality. Its design evokes the feeling of being forged from moonlight and shadows, making it appear as both a weapon and a work of art. The dagger's ethereal quality suggests that it might have special abilities related to shadows or the moon, fitting its name "Moonshadow." The Dagger itself is dual wield, which is a visual aspect.
Stats[]
Abilities[]
- Lunar Eclipse:
- Description: Unleashes a powerful slash imbued with the energy of a lunar eclipse, dealing massive AoE damage to enemies in front.
- Cooldown: 30 seconds
- Effect: Deals 250% of attack power as magic damage and reduces the movement speed of enemies by 40% for 5 seconds.
- Shadow Step:
- Description: Allows the wielder to teleport a short distance, leaving behind a shadow that deals damage over time to enemies that come into contact with it.
- Cooldown: 15 seconds
- Effect: Teleport up to 15 meters and leave a shadow that deals 50% of attack power as magic damage per second for 5 seconds.
- Moonlight Veil:
- Description: Envelops the wielder in a protective veil of moonlight, temporarily increasing their evasion and reducing incoming damage.
- Cooldown: 45 seconds
- Effect: Increases evasion by 50% and reduces incoming damage by 30% for 10 seconds.
| Moonshadow | ||
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| Element | 
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| Attack | 400 - 2500 | |
| HP | 400 - 3750 | |
| Precision | 0 - 4000 | |
| Weapon Effect | ||
| When Moonglow Shining in the Dark is used, it applies the Full Moon effect to targets on the moon.
When the last attack of Moonglow Shining in the Dark hits, it slows down time for 3 seconds and applies 1 instance of Lunar Eclipse to the target per instance of Full Moon. | ||
Skills[]
| Skill Stats | |||
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| Description | Effect (Level 1) | Effect (Level MAX) | |
| Basic Attack | Jinwoo swings his daggers quickly and attacks. | Stage 1 Damage: 98% of Jinwoo's Attack
Stage 2 Damage: 102% of Jinwoo's Attack Stage 3 Damage: 108% of Jinwoo's Attack ・Deals Dark elemental damage. |
Stage 1 Damage: 121.22% of Jinwoo's Attack
Stage 2 Damage: 126.17% of Jinwoo's Attack Stage 3 Damage: 133.59% of Jinwoo's Attack ・Deals Dark elemental damage. |
| Core Attack | Jinwoo spins swiftly and swings his daggers. | Damage: 575% of Jinwoo's Attack
・Deals Dark elemental damage. |
Damage: 711.24% of Jinwoo's Attack
・Deals Dark elemental damage. |
| Moonglow Shining in the Dark | After conjuring a full moon obscured by clouds, Jinwoo swiftly slashes at it, causing it to shatter into an explosion. | Damage: 1446% of Jinwoo's Attack
Cooldown: 25 sec MP Consumption: 200 ・Deals Dark elemental damage |
Damage: 2212.38% of Jinwoo's Attack
Cooldown: 25 sec MP Consumption: 229 ・Deals Dark elemental damage |
Advancement[]
| Moonshadow | |
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| Advancement | Effects |
| ✦ ✧ ✧ ✧ ✧ | Enhances the effects of [Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse]. Full Moon: Duration: Infinite (stacking up to 3 times). |
| ✦ ✦ ✧ ✧ ✧ | Increases Dark damage by 10%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✧ ✧ | When Shadow Step hits, it applies 1 instance of [Lunar Eclipse] per instance of [Full Moon]. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✧ | Decreases the cooldown of Moonglow Shining in the Dark by 20%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ | The user's damage increases by 15% while the time slowing effect is active. |
Dimensional Advancement[]
| Moonshadow | |
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| Advancement | Effects |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦1 | Increase the user's Attack, Defense, and HP by 3%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦2 | Increase the user's Attack, Defense, and HP by 3%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦3 | Increase the user's Attack, Defense, and HP by 3%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦4 | Increase the user's Attack, Defense, and HP by 3%. |
| ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦5 | Increase the user's Attack, Defense, and HP by 3%. |
Limit Break[]
| Limit Break Level | Required Items |
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| 20 → 40 |  Design x2
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| 40 → 60 | Design x6
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| 60 → 80 |  Precision Design x1
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| 80 → 100 | Precision Design x3
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Gold x10,000
Lore[]
The Moonshadow dagger is said to be forged from the essence of a fallen star, imbued with both the light of the moon and the darkness of the void. Legends tell of a master assassin who once wielded this dagger, using its power to eliminate targets with unparalleled precision and swiftness. The dagger's dual nature allows it to harness the power of both light and shadow, making it a versatile and deadly weapon in the hands of a skilled warrior.
Secret File[]
They were once two moons.
They were born from one Creator, and like the sun, they were meant to be one.
However, the slightest crack gave birth to twin moons.
"It's impossible to return a creation that has already seen light to nothingness".
The Creator considered this a minor mistake and gave each of the two moons their own space.
However, maybe because they were originally one body, the two moons began to grow closer and closer to each other.
As time passed, the two moons that rose form the edge of the world moved to a place where they were facing each other.
The Creator, who was quietly watching them, was deeply troubled.
If the two moons met, they could become a single moon again, but they could also collide, shattering everything.
Whatever the outcome, it would be a very interesting observation, but the Creator didn't want to deal with the aftermath of the collsion.
After much consideration, the Creator decided to keep the first-born moon and discreetly gave a hint.
"I was going to give you the whole night, but your younger sibling has found out and is trying to take it away. What should we do?"
The first-born moon fell for the Creator's trick and became obsessed with the idea of getting rid of their younger sibling.
Enraged by the betrayal, the first-born moon forged a dagger with the energy of the night and threw it at its sibling, shattering it into pieces.
Without knowing why, the second-born moon fell to the ground in fragment, overwhelmed by despair and pain.
The pain didn't go away- the shadowy dagger remaining in its heart, embedded in the center of the fragments as a constant reminder of what happened.
Pain soon turned to hatred, and the second-born moon soon engulfed in unremitting anger.
"I'll become the master of the night."
The second-born moon swallowed its burning rage and quietly waited.
And finally, the time came.
During a lunar eclipse, the second-born moon found a traveler and spoke to them.
"If you help become whole, I'll give you half the world."
"How can I trust you?"
"As proof of my promise, I'll give you one of my fragments. That will be the last fragment, so you will always have the upper hand in our contract. Make a weapon out of it. Until you collect all the fragments, I'll be there to lend you my power."
The traveler happily agreed.
The second-born moon was able to completely escape the watchful eyes and set off with the traveler.
If they avoided the hours of night, they would surely be able to find all the fragments quickly.
Waiting for their soon-to-come revenge, the second-born moon gave off a soft glow.
Trivia[]
- The Moonshadow dagger's design, featuring both dark and light elements, symbolizes its ability to harness the powers of both the moon and the shadow, making it unique among weapons in the game.
- The circular guard with the black gem at the center is a nod to the "Eclipse" event in the lore of Solo Leveling, where the moon covers the sun, combining light and shadow in a rare celestial phenomenon.
- The weapon's design is inspired by traditional Korean craftsmanship, combined with fantasy elements to create a mystical and powerful aesthetic.
- Since its introduction, the Moonshadow dagger has become one of the most coveted weapons in Solo Leveling: ARISE, leading to many players farming the Moonlit Forest dungeon in hopes of obtaining it.
- When equipped with the Moonshadow dagger, players receive a hidden buff that increases their stealth capabilities, making it easier to avoid detection by enemies.
- The dagger is said to be forged by the legendary blacksmith Baekho, who is known in the game’s lore for creating weapons that balance opposing forces, such as light and darkness.
- During the game's first anniversary event, a limited edition skin for the Moonshadow dagger was released, featuring an enhanced visual effect where the blade glows with a pulsating light during combat.
- The Moonshadow dagger has special synergy with the character class Shadow Assassin, enhancing their abilities and providing bonus effects when certain skills are used.
- The sound effects associated with the Moonshadow dagger were created using a combination of lunar-themed ambient noises and sharp, metallic clinks, emphasizing its mystical and deadly nature.