Half Sword Best Weapon Tier List

Choosing the right weapon in Half Sword directly affects survivability, stamina use, and how often enemies surrender instead of killing you. The best weapons in Half Sword are long reach control weapons like the warstaff and versatile blades like the longsword, with blunt weapons dominating early game and pole style weapons ruling late game. This tier list ranks weapons by overall effectiveness, control, and consistency.

S Tier Weapons

These weapons offer the best mix of reach, control, and fight ending potential.

Warstaff

  • Extremely long reach with wide impact coverage

  • Can disable or knock down enemies with almost any solid hit

  • Strong against both armored and unarmored opponents

  • Dominates spacing and crowd control

Longsword

  • Excellent reach with strong thrusting and cutting options

  • Half sword grip allows precise control and close range pressure

  • Works well in duels and chaotic fights

  • Slightly weaker against heavy armor but still elite

A Tier Weapons

Very strong weapons that perform well but have clearer weaknesses.

Greatsword

  • Longer reach and heavier hits than a longsword

  • High stamina cost limits sustained fights

  • Devastating in open areas

  • Less forgiving in tight spaces

Heavy Axe

  • Massive damage and knockdown potential

  • Slower swing speed increases risk

  • Excels against armored enemies

  • Requires good timing to avoid punishment

B Tier Weapons

Reliable weapons that perform well early or with specific playstyles.

Two Handed Mace

  • Excellent early game blunt damage

  • High surrender potential

  • Struggles later against skilled or armored enemies

  • Great stamina efficiency early on

Axe And Shield

  • Strong balance of offense and defense

  • Short reach compared to top tiers

  • Very safe for beginners

  • Falls off as enemy armor improves

C Tier Weapons

Situational weapons that rely heavily on player skill or specific conditions.

Flail

  • Unpredictable attack angles

  • Can bypass guards and helmets

  • Difficult to control consistently

  • High risk of self punishment

Pitchfork And Long Tools

  • Excellent reach and control

  • Very low damage output

  • Best used to knock enemies down and force surrender

  • Ineffective against armored targets

Final Blurb

Half Sword favors control over raw damage. Blunt and long reach weapons carry you early, while pole style and versatile swords dominate later ranks. Warstaffs and longswords sit at the top because they win fights cleanly and consistently. Pick weapons that let you control space and stamina, not just swing harder.

FAQ

What is the best weapon overall

The warstaff is the strongest overall weapon due to reach, impact, and control.

What weapon is best early game

Two handed maces and axe with shield setups are safest early.

Are sharp weapons worse than blunt ones

They are riskier early but stronger later once armor appears.

Do weapon variants matter

Yes, length, balance, and weight can change how a weapon performs significantly.


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