How do you unlock the Scythe in Megabonk?

Defeat Big Bob in the Crypt. Collect 4 Crypt Keys in the Graveyard, enter the Crypt, and defeat Big Bob by standing near lanterns to deal damage.

What does the Scythe do?

The Scythe is a melee weapon with sweeping arc attacks that hit multiple enemies. It excels at crowd control with good damage per swing.

The Scythe is rated A-tier. Its wide sweep and solid damage make it excellent for handling groups, especially in corridors and tight spaces.

Scythe

⚔️ MELEE WEAPON

Effect: Wide sweeping arc attacks that hit multiple enemies. Excellent crowd control with solid base damage.

🏰 Crypt Boss Unlock

The Scythe is unlocked by defeating Big Bob in the Crypt. Requires collecting 4 Crypt Keys in the Graveyard first.

Type

Melee

Attack Style

Sweeping Arc

Tier Rating

A-Tier

Unlock

Defeat Big Bob

🔓 How to Unlock Scythe

The Scythe requires completing a multi-step process involving the Graveyard map and defeating the boss Big Bob in the Crypt.

⚔️ Step-by-Step Guide

Play Graveyard Map: Start a run on the Graveyard map, which contains the Crypt area.
Collect 4 Crypt Keys: Search the Graveyard for 4 Crypt Keys scattered throughout the map.
Enter the Crypt: With all 4 keys, locate and open the Crypt Door to access Big Bob's arena.
Defeat Big Bob: During the fight, stand near lanterns to deal damage to Big Bob. Avoid his one-shot attack!
Purchase Scythe: After winning, the Scythe appears in the Unlocks menu under "Weapons" for purchase.

⚠️ Big Bob Boss Tip

Big Bob has a powerful attack that can one-shot kill you. Watch for wind-up animations and keep moving. Only deal damage while positioned near the lanterns in the arena!

⚙️ Weapon Mechanics

Sweeping Arc Attacks

The Scythe swings in a wide arc that can hit multiple enemies in front of you. This makes it exceptionally effective in corridors and against grouped enemies.

Upgrade Priorities

Damage: Primary stat for improving clear speed
Attack Speed: More frequent swings = more crowd control
Crit Chance/Damage: Scales well with wide-hitting attacks
Area: Increases the arc width for even more enemy coverage

Best Characters for Scythe

Close-range fighters: Characters comfortable with melee range benefit most
Lifesteal builds: Hitting multiple enemies per swing means more healing
Speed builds: Fast movement helps position for optimal arc coverage

🔗 Best Synergies

S-TIER

Leeching Crystal

Each enemy hit in your sweep heals you. Multi-target attacks mean massive sustain potential.

S-TIER

Crit Build Items

Giant Fork, Crown, and crit items. Wide sweeps mean more chances to proc crits.

A-TIER

Attack Speed Items

More swings per second dramatically increases DPS against groups.

A-TIER

Area Increase Effects

Widen your arc to cover even more ground and hit more enemies.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How do you unlock the Scythe?

Defeat Big Bob in the Crypt. First collect 4 Crypt Keys in the Graveyard, then enter the Crypt and defeat the boss by damaging him while standing near lanterns.

Where do I find Crypt Keys?

Crypt Keys are scattered throughout the Graveyard map. Explore thoroughly — they appear in various rooms and are required to open the Crypt door.

Is the Scythe worth unlocking?

Absolutely! The Scythe is A-tier and excels at crowd control. Its wide sweep makes it one of the best weapons for handling groups of enemies.

How do I damage Big Bob?

You can only damage Big Bob while standing near the lanterns in his arena. Avoid his one-shot attack by watching for wind-up animations and staying mobile.

📖 Related Pages

Snek Item Guide - Another Crypt unlock
Pot (Stainless Steel) Guide - Crypt collection challenge
Bone Weapon Guide - Another popular weapon
v1.0.64 Patch Notes - Latest updates