The Battle Axe is a melee weapon categorized as Special and marked as Bound Equipment. It’s restricted to the Berserker class and features a single gem slot. In some older references you may see it referred to simply as “Axe,” but the current item is the Battle Axe.
Battle Axe stats and effects
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Damage | 60 |
| Attack Range | 1.5 |
| Attack Speed | 1.2 |
| Stamina Cost | 0 |
| Armor Penetration | 1 |
| Crit Chance | 20% |
| Crit Damage | 1.4 |
| Status Chance | 35% |
| Status Type | Bleed |
| Weight | 3 |
| In-game Value | $987 |
Headline numbers to note: base damage of 60, a 1.5 reach for safer spacing than shorter knives, and a 35% chance to inflict Bleed. The stamina line item reads 0, and the weapon carries moderate critical upside (20% chance with 1.4x critical damage).
How to get the Battle Axe
- Boss drop: Man of Light in Ground Zero.
- Container: Tactical Knife Kit.
Those are the only documented paths. If you’re targeting a specific run, Ground Zero boss farming and opening Tactical Knife Kits are the routes to plan around.
Class restriction and equipment rules
- Berserker use only: other classes cannot equip it.
- Bound Equipment: the Battle Axe is flagged as bound. Treat it as a character-tied item rather than general loot.
- Gem slot: the weapon supports one gem slot. Slotting specifics depend on your available gems and build priorities.
Quest requirement
The Battle Axe is required for the “Suspect” quest from Mud once he’s in the bunker. If you’re progressing that chain, plan your acquisition before reaching the turn-in step so you’re not blocked by RNG.
Dismantling and materials
| Outcome | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Metal Plate | x3 |
| Wood | x1 |
Its listed value is $987, so weigh the scrap yield against keeping it for Berserker builds or quest needs before you break it down.
If you’re building a Berserker kit around consistent pressure and bleed uptime, the Battle Axe’s mix of 60 damage, 1.5 reach, and a 35% Bleed status chance makes it a straightforward pick—especially once you’ve secured it from Man of Light or pulled it from a Tactical Knife Kit. Keep one on hand if you’re heading toward Mud’s “Suspect” quest, and don’t forget the single gem slot when you’re finalizing your loadout.
