Eden Eternal - Let's break down the pros and cons

It is quite an exaggeration to claim that a staff providing a 7% base M-ATK buff and Triple Hit DMG is not good for a class. In fact, it is far from the truth. The Triple Hit DMG effect, which is only 25% away from the incredibly powerful sadness effect, makes these staffs extremely valuable. Regardless of how you look at it, both staffs are undoubtedly the best options when choosing a staff for AE. If you want to be a nuisance, Awaken Angelic is the way to go, but if you prefer to be a high DPS character, Awaken Demonic is the better choice.

On the other hand, guitars are a different case altogether. When it comes to Awaken, all guitars are viable options, and the choice ultimately depends on personal preference.

Let's break down the pros and cons:

Awaken 100:

   Pros: Resistance Proc (10 pts, which is not insignificant), Double Hit Rate (2%), Decent Base M-ATK Buff, and a decent proc of M-ATK.

   Cons: Lowest base M-ATK, limited to lower level gems only, and no movement speed.

HoO:

   Pros: Unmatched Magic DMG Dealt stat, compensates for any loss of M-ATK from the base, and provides a nice debuff if you're not a main damage dealer, with the buff side somewhat compensating for the lack of M-ATK.

   Cons: Likely lower M-ATK overall and no resistance drop proc.

Awaken 125:

   Pros: Triple Hit Rate (4%), Elemental DMG, Best Base M-ATK Buff, and a decent proc of M-ATK and Move SPD.

   Cons: No resistance drop proc.

As someone who has played the game for a long time and engaged in PvP battles extensively, I view the situation as follows:

While it may be disappointing not to have a resistance drop on the new Guitar when compared to Awaken 100, it's important to consider the overall M-ATK difference. Comparing the +14 M-ATK on both weapons, you're losing around 11.6k M-ATK. However, this loss is further compensated by your KP points, achievement points, and other M-ATK buffs. The 7% base M-ATK buff on the new Guitar begins to add up in terms of lost damage, and you'll likely find that the damage output is comparable. Additionally, you gain the benefit of dealing an extra 25% damage on your multi-hits, with the chance of triggering multi-hits doubled.

Some might argue that using Awaken 100 allows you to reduce Lightning Resistance for your Arch. While this is true, it's great that there is more than one viable guitar option available. There may be better ways to support the Arch, but if this is the best option in your opinion, then it's great.

Personally, if I were to build a bard, I would choose the new guitar. It offers more potential upside and provides more flexibility with gems, future enhancements, and overall customization. Additionally, I find it visually appealing, which is a factor to consider in this game.

It's worth noting that people often overestimate the power of resistance reduction, automatically assuming it's the best option. However, without performing proper calculations and testing, this discussion should not even be taking place.

Based on the discussions I've had about these weapons, it seems that all of them have their own viability, i suggest you go to MMOexp.com to get Eden Eternal gold and items. I also don't believe that they completely overshadow previous weapons, although some may have issues of their own compared to the new ones.