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The Bazaar Build

Kripp's Gunslinger Aggro Vanessa Build

Kripparrian
Vanessa
Updated on Nov 21, 2025
Nov 21, 2025

Overview

Gunslinger Vanessa deals insane burst Damage like no other. Its floor is strong, but the ceiling is in a class of its own. While it's not technically a one-shot build, it certainly acts like one!

Aggro Weapon builds are relatively easy to assemble, and if you find the right pieces, they'll absolutely compete against the best of the best.

Kripparrian's Video Guide

Example 10 Win Boards

All Smalls

gunslinger vanessa all small items variant

Lockbox + Ammo Combo

gunslinger vanessa lockbox variant

Lockbox Full Ammo

lockbox full ammo example board

Nullfrost Altar + Ammo Combo

nullfrost altar ammo combo

Orange Julian + Ammo Combo

gunslinger vanessa orange julian ammo combo

Torpedo + Ballista

gunslinger vanessa torpedo ballista variant

Example Early Game Path

Core Synergies

  • Early game Weapon builds need one two things; fast and efficient scaling, or front-loaded Damage. Many builds have both, but at the very least you need one.
  • Sharkclaws + Katana is the classic opener, but you can also get by using Switchblade or Honing Steel. Handaxe also adds more base Damage.
  • Double Barrel and Grenade are more explosive and can steal easy wins if you have enough extra Damage (or have Powder Horn for Reload support).
  • Shadowed Cloak is a fantastic early pickup from Curio or Covetous Thief.

Tips & Tricks

  • Orange Julian is the highest early game priority. It's by far the most reliable means of scaling with an absurdly high ceiling.
  • Plan your Economy with Orange Julian in mind. Ambergris is great at Silver (or better), but you'll always be happy with Shovel and Fishing Rod.
  • Star Chart unlocks the 5 Gold + 1 XP Docks event. Always pick this up when it's available early on (ideally at Bronze).
  • Highly prioritize Damage skills. Strength is preferred with a wide setup, but Left-Handed / Right-Handed are also solid. Save gold for level 2 reroll.
  • ALWAYS BUY Shuriken. You won't need it yet, but it's the #1 combo piece later on.

Common Filler Items

  • Bayonet
  • Bolas
  • Cutlass
  • Grapeshot
  • Integrated HUD
  • Korxena Crest
  • Pet Rock
  • Revolver
  • Shoe Blade
  • Silencer
  • Zoarcid
SharkclawsVanessa
KatanaVanessa
SwitchbladeVanessa
Honing SteelVanessa
HandaxeVanessa
Double BarrelVanessa
GrenadeVanessa
Powder HornVanessa
Shadowed CloakCommon
Orange JulianVanessa
AmbergrisVanessa
ShovelVanessa
Fishing RodVanessa
Star ChartVanessa
StrengthVanessa, Dooley, Mak, Pygmalien, Stelle, Jules
Left-HandedVanessa, Dooley, Mak, Pygmalien, Stelle, Jules
Right-HandedVanessa, Dooley, Mak, Pygmalien, Stelle, Jules
ShurikenVanessa

Example Mid Game Additions

Core Synergies

  • Bladed Hoverboard unlocks massive Damage potential, particularly alongside Multicast Ammo items like Shuriken and Dive Weights.
  • Cannonball helps amplify the combo, but can only benefit one Multicaster since both need to be beside Bladed Hoverboard.
  • Figurehead and Lockbox are great alternatives to Orange Julian (when he's unavailable).

Tips & Tricks

  • Wanted Poster is a great pickup for more XP if you can spare the Stash space.
  • Torpedo or Captain's Quarters can function as a temporary replacement if you've got the Ammo package but can't find a Damage scaler.
Bladed HoverboardVanessa
Dive WeightsVanessa
CannonballVanessa
FigureheadVanessa
LockboxVanessa
Wanted PosterVanessa
TorpedoVanessa
Captain's QuartersVanessa

End Game Build Breakdown

Note: Vanessa Weapon builds can take many forms, but are often made up of many similar components. You can absolutely go the distance using unconventional setups, but at the end of the day it's all about Damage scaling and efficiency. Feel free to experiment with what you're given!

Core Synergies

  • Pistol Sword caps off the combo to its full potential, effectively acting as another Bladed Hoverboard.
  • Holsters can be a great addition to kickstart the build, but do be cautious using it with Orange Julian as it may interfere with buff timing.

Tips & Tricks

  • Orange Julian needs to go off before Shuriken and Dive Weights. Rowboat works best, but Captain's Wheel is a solid alternative.
  • Lockbox and Figurehead make things easy, but their Damage won't reach nearly the same heights, which can matter in the late game.
  • Nullfrost Altar is far less common, but it can technically work okay if all else fails.
Pistol SwordVanessa
HolstersVanessa
Orange JulianVanessa
RowboatVanessa
Captain's WheelVanessa
LockboxVanessa
FigureheadVanessa
Nullfrost AltarCommon