The Gun Rarity guide in Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 2023 (CoD MW3 2023). Includes Weapon Rarity Colors Effects, difference with Pack-a-Punch, Aether Tools and Schematics.
Table of Contents
  Best Guns For Multiplayer |  Best Guns For Zombies |
Weapon Rarity Explained
Weapon Rarity Bonus Damage
| Rarity | Bonus Damage |
|---|---|
| Common | None |
| Uncommon | 50% |
| Rare | 100% |
| Epic | 200% |
| Legendary | 300% |
| Wonder | None |
Bonus damage multipliers are given based on weapon rarity. One way to enhance a weapon in MWZ is by upgrading its rarity.
Resets Rarity After Exfil
Rare weapons can be found in Loot and Mystery Boxes. They have a bonus damage that corresponds with their rarity and may also come with attachments. However, after Exfil, the weapon rarity will become Common while the attachments remain equipped.
Difference Between Rarity and Pack-a-Punch Level
Upgrading the rarity of weapons grants bonus damage; Upgrading Pack-a-Punch Level increases not only Weapon Damage but also Ammo Capacity. Boosting both levels can significantly enhance firepower.
Pack-a-Punch are limited per Zone, meaning each Threat Zone has a Maximum Level to pass your weapon: Level I in Low Threat, Level II in Medium Threat, and Level III in High Threat.
How To Upgrade Weapon Rarity
Use Aether Tools
| Acquisition | Schematic/Cooldown |
|---|---|
| Uncommon Aether Tool | Uncommon Aether Tool Plan Cooldown: 2 Hours |
| Rare Aether Tool | Rare Aether Tool Cooldown: 5 Hours |
| Epic Aether Tool | Epic Aether Tool Plan Cooldown: 10 Hours |
| Legendary Aether Tool | Legendary Aether Tool Cooldown: 24 Hours |
By using Rarity Aether Tools, weapons can be upgraded to the same level of rarity. Unlocked Schematics allow you to craft Aether Tools on your own.
All Schematic Crafting - How To Get & UnlockHow To Get Aether Tools
| Contract Rewards | Rate: Middle Can be racquired as rewards by completing Contracts. |
|---|---|
| Loot Caches | Rate: Low Can be found in Loot Caches with a higher chance to obtain rare tools in higher Threat Zones. |
| Harvester Orbs | Rate: Guaranteed Can be dropped as rewards by destroying Orbs. |
| Mission Rewards | Rate: Guaranteed Can be obtained as rewards by completing missions. |
Zombies Missions Rewards
| Act 1 |
|---|
| Tier 1 Fire Power - Uncommon Aether Tool |
| Tier 3 Minelayer - Rare Aether Tool |
| Tier 5 Chaperone - Rare Aether Tool |
| Act 2 |
| Tier 2 Guardian Angel - Epic Aether Tool |
| Act 3 |
| Tier 2 Firestarter - Epic Aether Tool |
| Tier 4 Closing Time - Legendary Aether Tool |
High-Rarity Weapons Are Available From Red Zone Wall Buy
Since Epic and Legendary Aether Tools are hard to come by, it's recommended to search for high-rarity weapons from the Red High Threat Zone's Wall Buy.
CoD MW3 Related Guide
Best & Tier List
Weapon Related Guide
| Guns & Weapons Tracker | Armory Unlocks & Challenges |
| Fast Leveling of Guns | How To Get Akimbo Guns |
| What Is Cooked Grenade In Daily Challenge? | Weapon Rarity Explained |
