The Forge Weapons Tier List
Complete guide to all weapons in The Forge. Find the best weapon types for your playstyle and learn how to forge, enhance, and apply runes for maximum damage.
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Weapon Rankings
Greatsword
Two-HandedMassive damage per hit, great for boss fights
- โข Highest damage
- โข Wide swing arc
- โข Slow attack speed
- โข Stamina heavy
Katana
One-HandedFast attacks with good damage, versatile
- โข Fast combos
- โข Good mobility
- โข Shorter range
- โข Less stagger
Longsword
One-HandedBalanced weapon, good for beginners
- โข Balanced stats
- โข Easy to use
- โข Jack of all trades
Spear
Two-HandedLong reach, good for keeping distance
- โข Long range
- โข Safe playstyle
- โข Narrow hitbox
- โข Less AoE
Dual Daggers
Dual WieldExtremely fast attacks, high DPS potential
- โข Fastest attacks
- โข High crit builds
- โข Very short range
- โข Risky playstyle
Axe
One-HandedGood damage with decent speed
- โข High stagger
- โข Good damage
- โข Slower than swords
Hammer
Two-HandedMassive stagger damage, breaks guards
- โข Best stagger
- โข Guard break
- โข Very slow
- โข Hard to hit
Scythe
Two-HandedWide sweeping attacks, good AoE
- โข Great AoE
- โข Stylish
- โข Tricky timing
Mace
One-HandedDecent all-around but outclassed
- โข Good stagger
- โข Outclassed by axes
Staff
Two-HandedMagic-focused, requires specific builds
- โข Magic synergy
- โข Low base damage
- โข Niche use
How to Forge Weapons in The Forge
Step 1: Gather Ores
Mine ores throughout the world. Higher rarity ores produce better weapons with higher multipliers.
Step 2: Use the Kiln
Add ores to the kiln. The multiplier value determines weapon damage - use similar rarity ores for best results.
Step 3: Forge at the Anvil
Take the heated metal to the anvil and forge your weapon. Quality ranges from Broken to Masterwork.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โข Use ores of similar rarity for optimal multiplier
- โข More ores = higher chance of rare weapons but lower quality
- โข One ore determines the weapon's appearance and rarity
Weapon Enhancement & Runes
โก Enhancement
Enhance weapons using Essences dropped by enemies. Each level increases damage.
- โข Each enhancement level = +damage
- โข Every 3 levels unlocks a rune slot
- โข Essences are common enemy drops
๐ Rune Slots
Apply runes to unlock special abilities on your weapons.
- โข Runes drop from enemies and mining
- โข Each rune has primary + secondary effects
- โข See our Rune Tier List โ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best weapon for beginners?
The Longsword is great for beginners due to its balanced stats. Once comfortable, try the Katana for faster gameplay or Greatsword for big damage.
How do I get Masterwork quality weapons?
Use fewer, higher-quality ores when forging. The quality is randomly rolled, so keep forging until you get a Masterwork!
Should I enhance or forge new weapons?
Enhance your best weapons first. Only forge new ones if you find significantly better ores or want a different weapon type.