Many video game characters choose to utilize relatively normal, yet effective weaponry in their games, but some seek to showcase their musical talents before their fighting abilities. Though several of these musical-styled weapons seem far too impractical to benefit their wielder in a combat situation, their magical powers and designs can often highlight them as exceptionally powerful weapons.

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There is a charming nature to those who choose to wield a sword or a flute over a more practical weapon. It can allow a character's personality to outshine that of their peers during a battle, while also highlighting the unique power they wield through their surprisingly useful instruments. A musical instrument can sometimes be the most powerful weapon in a game.

9 Jimmy (South Park: The Stick Of Truth)

The flute is a weapon Jimmy obtains upon completing the quest known as Magical Songs. Upon accepting the quest from Farmer Bill, the party will be forced into a battle with a group of Nazi Cows. Once these dictating farm animals are defeated, the player can then climb the ladder in the same room to find the flute.

The flute has the power to lull enemies to sleep, giving the player ample time to strategize and decide what their next move will be. It is an incredibly effective item that can render more difficult battles far less challenging.

8 Shuyin (Final Fantasy 10-2)

Final Fantasy X-2 10-2 Shuyin Den of Woe

Final Fantasy 10-2 follows the story of Yuna as she scavenges the far reaches of Spira in the hope of uncovering the world's vast history. As she journeys, a world-destroying machina is brought to life by a spirit who seeks revenge on Bevelle.

The machina, known as Vegnagun, is a frighteningly large beast who operates under Shuyin's control. When Yuna is forced to face this monstrosity, Shuyin commands it to attack by playing the organ located at the back of its head. Though its size is intimidating, it is nothing more than a glorified piano that Shuyin is skilled in playing.

7 Lisa Simpson (The Simpsons Wrestling)

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One of the most iconic characters in animation is Lisa Simpson from The Simpsons. Undoubtedly the most intelligent 8-year-old in the show, Lisa is a well-spoken and open-minded young lady with an incredible gift for playing the saxophone.

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The Simpsons Wrestling strips Lisa's innocent demeanor away by placing her in a wrestling ring. While wrestling with her close friends and family, she opts to brandish her saxophone as her main means of inflicting damage on her foes. Lisa can decimate her opponents by playing her saxophone, making her a frightening force in the ring.

6 The Sole Survivor (Fallout 76)

Fallout 76 A Guitar Sword weapon

If the player seeks to showcase their musical talents in Fallout 76 they may be excited to learn of the presence of the Guitar Sword. Found in multiple locations, the Guitar Sword is one of three unique musical weapons present in the game.

The Guitar Sword was once planned to be playable in Fallout 76, but unfortunately, the only animation showing the instrument being played is hidden in the game's files. It lacks a fretboard, but the body, strings, and headstock confirm its musical abilities, cementing anyone who wields it nothing short of a rock star.

5 Mr. Bones (Mr. Bones)

Mr Bones Multigenre Sega Saturn

Mr. Bones, as his name would suggest, is a skeleton. Once a blues musician before his untimely demise, Mr. Bones continues to cling to his guitar even in his afterlife.

Mr. Bones primarily uses his guitar skills to calm aggressive audiences. Though his utilization of the guitar rarely results in harm to his enemies, it is undeniably a fantastic means of crowd control. With his musical capabilities, Mr. Bones would have been repeatedly swarmed by his foes.

4 Eiko (Final Fantasy 9)

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The Angel Flute weapon has appeared several times throughout the Final Fantasy series. It is one of the most powerful weapons available to Eiko in Final Fantasy 9.

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If the player ventures to the Past Room in Memoria, they may come across the Angel Flute on the left-hand side of the throne. The character of Eiko can wield this instrument to cast Curaga, Esuna, and Holy, some of the most powerful white magic spells in the franchise.

3 Eddie Riggs (Brutal Legend)

Eddie riggs playing guitar in video game brutal legend starring jack black

When Eddie Riggs finds himself in a medieval land full of otherworldly beasts, he reaches for his guitar, Clementine. Often referred to as the "greatest roadie of all time," Eddie has a musical gift that assists him greatly in combat.

With his abilities no longer being overshadowed by the band he toured with, Eddie is given the chance to take center stage in Brutal Legend. By shredding metal on his guitar, Eddie can melt the faces of his enemies, a musical feat not many video game characters are capable of.

2 Sheik (Hyrule Warriors)

Princess Zelda standing in an open field in Hyrule looking at her Sheikah Slate

The harp is one of the most iconic weapons present in The Legend Of Zelda thanks to its magical abilities. Used primarily by the Sheikah race, it allows the user to cast powerful magic through song. Hyrule Warriors sees Sheik using a harp as her primary weapon.

Throughout the game, Sheik uses this instrument to cast an array of different spells by playing different songs. The medleys she plays are beautiful, yet the power she harnesses is devastating. The harp permits the play to call upon the elements of fire, ice, lightning, shadow, and light.

1 Demyx (Kingdom Hearts)

Demyx

In a series where most characters opt to wield an oversized key, it is hard to imagine a more ridiculous means of combat. Demyx's introduction in Kingdom Hearts 2 presented him with a distaste for fighting and this is further proven through his choice of weaponry.

When Demyx is forced into a battle, he will summon his sitar. He mostly releases his aggression by hitting his foes with this musical instrument, but will often pause the battle to play. Playing the sitar gives Demyx the ability to summon water-based enemies to assist him in battle.

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