Tools
Guns, Tubes & Gear
Tools in Abyss are split into three categories: Guns (12 total) for catching fish and fighting creatures, Tubes (13 total) for underwater travel, and Miscellaneous Equipment (2 items) for utility. Every tool can be bought from specific shops across the map. This guide covers full stats, costs, and where to get each one.
Guns: All 12 Guns Ranked by Damage
Guns are your primary tool for catching fish and defending against aggressive creatures. Each gun has four stats: Damage, Cooldown (seconds between shots), Control (accuracy), and Cost in cash.
| Gun | Cost ($) | Damage | Cooldown (s) | Control | Obtained From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bottle Gun |
Free | 10 | 2.8 | 0.4 | First joining the game |
 Starter Gun |
75 | 15 | 2.6 | 0.45 | Forgotten Dome |
 Beginner's Gun |
350 | 20 | 2.4 | 0.5 | Forgotten Dome |
 Advanced Gun |
1,050 | 40 | 2.2 | 0.55 | Forgotten Dome |
 Air Rifle Gun |
2,150 | 55 | 2.4 | 0.6 | Forgotten Dome |
 Crossbow Gun |
4,750 | 85 | 2.6 | 0.65 | Ancient Sands (Marcus) |
 Wasted Gun |
17,500 | 120 | 2.2 | 0.75 | Crazy Jeff's Store |
 Magroot Gun |
47,500 | 190 | 2.1 | 0.85 | Spirit Root Hollow |
 Morveth's Treasure Gun |
82,500 | 240 | 2.0 | 0.9 | Morveth's Cave |
?Lost Spirit Gun |
149,500 | 290 | 1.9 | 1.0 | Spirit Root Hollow |
 Ruined Gun |
245,000 | 350 | 1.7 | 1.1 | Angler Cave (Lightkeeper) |
 Plunger Gun |
235,000 | 420 | 2.3 | 0.85 | Bob's Room |
Gun Progression: What to Buy and When
The first five guns are all available in Forgotten Dome (the starting area's sub-zone), so you can steadily upgrade without leaving the first biome.
Early Game (Forgotten Deep):
- Start with the free Bottle Gun (10 damage).
- Upgrade to Starter Gun ($75) as soon as possible -- 50% more damage.
- The Advanced Gun ($1,050) at 40 damage is the sweet spot for clearing Forgotten Deep content.
Mid Game (Ancient Sands / Ocean):
- Crossbow Gun ($4,750) from Marcus' shop in Ancient Sands doubles your damage over the Air Rifle.
- Wasted Gun ($17,500) from Crazy Jeff's Store is the first gun that makes aggressive Epic fish manageable.
Late Game (Spirit Roots / Angler Cave):
- Magroot Gun ($47,500) and Morveth's Treasure Gun ($82,500) for Spirit Roots content.
- Lost Spirit Gun ($149,500) with 290 damage and 1.9s cooldown has the best DPS among standard progression guns.
- Ruined Gun ($245,000) at 350 damage with only 1.7s cooldown is the highest consistent DPS gun.
Endgame:
- Plunger Gun ($235,000) from Bob's Room has the highest raw damage (420) but a slower 2.3s cooldown and lower control (0.85). It's a sidegrade to the Ruined Gun -- more burst damage per shot but less sustained DPS.
Gun DPS Comparison
Approximate damage per second (Damage / Cooldown):
| Gun | DPS | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bottle Gun | 3.6 | Free |
| Starter Gun | 5.8 | 75 |
| Beginner's Gun | 8.3 | 350 |
| Advanced Gun | 18.2 | 1,050 |
| Air Rifle Gun | 22.9 | 2,150 |
| Crossbow Gun | 32.7 | 4,750 |
| Wasted Gun | 54.5 | 17,500 |
| Magroot Gun | 90.5 | 47,500 |
| Morveth's Treasure Gun | 120.0 | 82,500 |
| Lost Spirit Gun | 152.6 | 149,500 |
| Ruined Gun | 205.9 | 245,000 |
| Plunger Gun | 182.6 | 235,000 |
The Ruined Gun has the highest sustained DPS in the game, while the Plunger Gun leads in single-hit damage.
Tubes: All 13 Tubes Compared
Tubes are your underwater vehicle. They determine how deep you can dive, how much oxygen you have, your movement speed, and how much fish weight you can carry.
| Tube | Cost ($) | Oxygen | Max Depth (m) | Speed (m/s) | Weight (kg) | Obtained From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wooden Tube |
Free | 40 | 15 | 20 | 5 | First joining the game |
 Old Tube |
50 | 55 | 25 | 20 | 10 | Forgotten Dome |
 Normal Tube |
425 | 70 | 50 | 20 | 25 | Forgotten Dome |
 Fire Tube |
1,250 | 90 | 100 | 20 | 40 | Forgotten Dome |
 Pufferfish Tube |
2,850 | 110 | 180 | 22 | 70 | Forgotten Dome |
 Boat Tube |
5,250 | 130 | 275 | 22 | 100 | Ancient Sands (Marcus) |
 Zepline Tube |
18,500 | 150 | 375 | 20 | 140 | Ocean (Diver) |
 Rukiry Tube |
40,500 | 180 | 460 | 24 | 180 | Ancient Sands |
 Oxy Tube |
57,500 | 220 | 495 | 26 | 250 | Spirit Roots |
 Plane Tube |
86,500 | 260 | 550 | 26 | 305 | Ocean (Diver) |
 Lost Spirit Tube |
168,750 | 300 | 600 | 30 | 370 | Spirit Roots |
 Ruined Tube |
270,000 | 370 | 650 | 32 | 480 | Angler Cave (Lightkeeper) |
 Bath Tube |
256,000 | 320 | 650 | 27 | 580 | Bob's Room |
Tube Progression Guide
Starting Out:
- The Wooden Tube (free) maxes out at 15m depth and only carries 5kg. You'll outgrow it in minutes.
- Rush to the Normal Tube ($425) or Fire Tube ($1,250) to access deeper areas of Forgotten Deep.
Reaching Ancient Sands:
- You need at least 180m depth to reach Ancient Sands comfortably. The Pufferfish Tube ($2,850, 180m depth) is the minimum.
- The Boat Tube ($5,250) from Marcus' shop is the natural next step with 275m depth and 100kg capacity.
Reaching Spirit Roots:
- Spirit Roots requires around 375-500m depth. Target the Zepline Tube ($18,500, 375m) or Rukiry Tube ($40,500, 460m).
- Note: The Zepline Tube is unlocked by completing Diver's Delivery #5. The Plane Tube requires Delivery #15.
Endgame Tubes:
- Ruined Tube ($270,000) from Angler Cave has the best Oxygen (370), Speed (32 m/s), and Depth (650m) among standard tubes.
- Bath Tube ($256,000) from Bob's Room has less oxygen and speed but the highest weight capacity in the game at 580kg. Pick this if you want to maximize haul size per trip.
Ruined Tube vs Bath Tube: Which Is Better?
| Stat | Ruined Tube | Bath Tube | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $270,000 | $256,000 | Bath Tube |
| Oxygen | 370 | 320 | Ruined Tube |
| Max Depth | 650m | 650m | Tie |
| Speed | 32 m/s | 27 m/s | Ruined Tube |
| Weight | 480kg | 580kg | Bath Tube |
Ruined Tube is better for exploration, speed-running, and combat. Bath Tube is better for maximizing fish hauls and profit per trip with its 100kg extra capacity.
Miscellaneous Equipment
Two utility tools round out the equipment roster:
| Item | Cost ($) | Obtained From | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radar | 450 | Forgotten Dome | Detects nearby fish and allows you to view their statistics. |
| Minimap | 2,450 | Crazy Jeff's Store | Portable mini map, can show nearby chests. |
Is the Radar Worth It?
Yes. At only $450, the Radar is one of the best early purchases. It shows you what fish are nearby and their stats, which helps you target specific species for quests or avoid aggressive ones. Buy it right after your first gun upgrade.
Is the Minimap Worth It?
The Minimap ($2,450) from Jeff's Store shows you a map of your surroundings and highlights nearby chests. It's less immediately useful than the Radar but becomes valuable when farming treasure chests for achievements and quest completions.
Where to Buy Each Tool
| Shop | Location | Sells |
|---|---|---|
| Forgotten Dome (David/Henry) | Forgotten Deep | Starter through Air Rifle guns, Old through Pufferfish tubes, Radar |
| Marcus' Shop | Ancient Sands | Crossbow Gun, Boat Tube |
| Crazy Jeff's Store | Ancient Sands | Wasted Gun, Minimap |
| Diver | Ocean | Zepline Tube, Plane Tube |
| Spirit Root Hollow | Spirit Roots | Magroot Gun, Oxy Tube, Lost Spirit Tube |
| Morveth's Cave | Ocean | Morveth's Treasure Gun |
| Angler Cave (Lightkeeper) | Angler Cave | Ruined Gun, Ruined Tube |
| Bob's Room | Ocean | Plunger Gun, Bath Tube |
Frequently Asked Questions About Tools
What is the best gun in Abyss?
The Ruined Gun has the highest sustained DPS (205.9 damage/second). The Plunger Gun has the highest single-shot damage (420) but slower fire rate.
What is the best tube in Abyss?
It depends on your goal. Ruined Tube is best overall for speed and oxygen. Bath Tube is best for carrying fish with its 580kg capacity.
How do I get the Plunger Gun and Bath Tube?
You need to find all 15 hidden ducks across the map and complete Bob's quest. This opens Bob's Room, where both items are sold.
Do race bonuses affect tool stats?
Yes. Race passives like Cooldown reduction, Damage bonuses, Speed boosts, and Weight increases stack on top of your equipment stats.
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