The Secret Behind Moreau's Hidden Weapon: How to Claim Village's Deadliest Handcannon
By Sophia Al-Mansoor
Weapons in Resident Evil Village operate on distinct tiers of investment. Players often debate whether dumping heavy Lei into the Wolfsbane makes economic sense when weapons like the GM 79 Grenade Launcher require zero upgrade costs, or when the monstrous S.T.A.K.E. magnum looms in New Game Plus. The numbers highlight why Moreau's sidearm holds a distinct tactical niche.
| Weapon Designation | Base Firepower | Max Upgraded Firepower | Primary Tactical Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| M1851 Wolfsbane | 1,700 | 2,900 | Inherent 2x damage multiplier against Lycans & Varcolacs |
| GM 79 Grenade Launcher | 1,200 (Flash/Explosive) | N/A (Fixed Stats) | Zero Lei upgrade cost; crowd stagger and barrier destruction |
| Handcannon PZ | 1,400 | 3,200 | Utilizes plentiful sniper rifle ammo; high velocity |
| S.T.A.K.E. Magnum | 2,000 | 4,500 | Highest raw DPS in game; 28-round drum magazine |
The Wolfsbane's hidden superpower lies within Capcom's underlying damage calculations. Against standard humanoids or mechanical Soldat units in Heisenberg's factory, it functions as a standard heavy cannon. Against anything derived from the werewolf lineage, Urias, regular Lycans, and Varcolacs, the weapon triggers an internal bonus that effectively doubles its output per trigger pull. That trait makes its 2,900 maximum firepower behave closer to nearly 6,000 against the threats that matter most.
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