10 Best Anime Characters Who Use Unconventional Weapons

Some anime characters stand out for having the most unconventional weapons. While swords and guns are cool, some characters use weapons that are completely unexpected. From a bass guitar to nose hair, anime has some of the weirdest and most creative weapons ever seen. These weapons aren’t just unique; they can be dangerous, hilarious, or even terrifying in the right hands.

In this list, we’ll look at ten anime characters who don’t use traditional weapons but still manage to be powerful, memorable, and sometimes just ridiculous. Whether it’s a fishing pole, bubbles, or even a notebook that can kill, these characters prove that anything in good hands can be lethal.

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10/10 Shizuo Heiwajima - Durarara!! (Street Signs & Vending Machines)

Shizuo doesn’t need a sword or a gun. He just picks up whatever is around him. Whether it’s a street sign, a vending machine, or even a car, he swings them like they weigh nothing. What makes it even crazier is that he’s just a normal human (kind of).

He’s not a trained fighter, but his pure rage and insane strength make him nearly unstoppable. One of his best moments is when he rips out a street sign and takes down a group of gangsters like it’s no big deal. He’s basically a walking natural disaster.

9/10 Killua Zoldyck - Hunter x Hunter (Yo-Yos)

At first glance, yo-yos don’t seem like a dangerous weapon, but Killua’s yo-yos are made of metal and weigh 50 kg each. That’s heavier than most dumbbells at the gym. He swings them at lightning speed, crushing enemies before they even realize what happened.

Since he’s also a trained assassin, his yo-yos become even deadlier when combined with his electricity-based Nen attacks. It’s one of those weapons that seem fun and harmless until you’re on the receiving end.

8/10 Gon Freecss - Hunter x Hunter (Fishing Pole)

A fishing pole isn’t something you’d expect a fighter to use, but Gon makes it work. In the early parts of Hunter x Hunter, he uses it like a grappling hook, pulling himself toward enemies or yanking weapons out of their hands.

It's not as flashy as Killua’s yo-yos, but it shows Gon’s creative and unpredictable fighting style. He even manages to use it to grab an opponent’s weapon mid-battle, surprising them completely, making it one of the most unconventional weapons in anime.

7/10 Haruko Haruhara - FLCL (Bass Guitar)

Haruko is probably the only anime character who turns a bass guitar into a deadly weapon. She smashes enemies with it, launches people into space, and even rides it like a hoverboard. No wonder this unique character with a guitar became popular among anime fans.

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Haruko's guitar is not just a weapon, it’s an extension of her chaotic personality. FLCL is already a wild anime, and Haruko’s bass guitar fights just make it even crazier. Watching her swing that thing around like a baseball bat is both hilarious and awesome.

6/10 Hisoka - Hunter x Hunter (Bungee Gum)

Hisoka’s Bungee Gum ability is famous for 'having the properties of both rubber and gum.' It’s not a weapon in the traditional sense, but he uses it in some of the most creative ways. He can stretch it, stick it to opponents, and even make it invisible.

There have been some really fascinating moments of Hisoka using Bungee Gum. One of them was reattaching his own limbs in battle. While Hisoka’s weapon is weird and unpredictable, it makes him one of the strongest characters in the series.

5/10 Caesar Zeppeli - JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure (Ripple Bubbles)

Caesar’s bubbles might look harmless, but they’re infused with Ripple energy, making them deadly. They can cut through enemies, explode, and even track opponents. It’s honestly one of the fanciest ways to fight.

Imagine throwing bubbles at someone and actually winning a fight. It’s stylish, creative, and fits perfectly with JoJo’s over-the-top nature. Plus, Caesar makes it look so cool that you almost forget how ridiculous it is.

4/10 Nobara Kugisaki - Jujutsu Kaisen (Hammer and Nails)

Most people use a hammer and nails for construction, but Nobara turns them into a deadly weapon. She throws nails at her enemies and uses her Cursed Energy to control them. If she hammers a nail into a voodoo doll, the damage transfers directly to her opponent.

It's like dark magic meets carpentry, and somehow, it’s terrifying. One of her most badass moments with her unconventional weapon is when she injures herself on purpose just to defeat an enemy, proving she’s as tough as her weapon is unique.

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3/10 Light Yagami - Death Note (Death Note)

Light’s weapon isn’t physical, but it’s one of the deadliest and most unconventional weapons in anime history. A notebook that can kill anyone whose name is written in it? That’s terrifying. Light doesn’t even need to be near his enemies, he can kill them from anywhere.

What makes it even scarier is how he uses it. He doesn’t just write names randomly; he plans everything like a chess game. The Death Note isn’t just a weapon; it’s the ultimate power move.

2/10 Johan Liebert - Monster (Manipulation)

Now the man who doesn’t use weapons, but is the weapon himself. Johan can manipulate people so well that they willingly destroy themselves. He doesn’t need to lift a finger to ruin someone’s life.

His ability to control people through fear and psychological manipulation is more terrifying than any sword or gun. Just a few words from Johan and people are ready to do literally anything for him. He’s proof that sometimes, the most dangerous weapon is the human mind.

1/10 Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo - Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo (Nose Hair)

Yes, you read that right. Bobobo fights using his nose hair. He swings them like whips and grabs enemies with them. Bobobo-bo Bo-bobo is already one of the most ridiculous anime ever made, and the fact that the main character’s weapon is his own nose hair just makes it even better.

What makes it even funnier is that he somehow manages to defeat powerful enemies with this bizarre ability, proving that in anime, anything is possible, even winning battles with facial hair.

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