The weapon that conquered an empire. The Gladius Sword delivers dependable performance through a time-tested Roman design, making it a trusted choice for Forgers seeking balance.
OVERVIEW:
The Gladius Sword is a classic Roman short sword with well-balanced combat stats. It serves as a dependable early-to-mid game weapon, offering a strong mix of speed, reach, and damage.
Role: Reliable all-rounder. Balanced stats allow it to perform consistently across most combat scenarios.
Strengths:
- Well-balanced damage, speed, and range
- Fast enough to handle agile enemies
- Easy to obtain with a solid crafting chance
- Consistent and reliable performance
Weaknesses:
- Shorter range than larger swords
- Outclassed by higher-tier late-game weapons
- No specialized mechanics or effects
| Damage | 7.5 DMG |
| ATK Speed | 0.50s |
| ATK Range | 8 |
| Chance | 1/2 |
| Base Price | $84 |
Overview:
The Gladius Sword deals 7.5 damage with a 0.50-second attack speed, resulting in 15.0 DPS. With an attack range of 8, a solid 1/2 crafting chance, and a requirement of 10–20 ores, it offers excellent value as an early-to-mid game weapon.
How to Obtain:
The Gladius Sword is crafted at the forge using 10–20 ores. Its 1/2 crafting chance provides a reliable success rate. Early-game Forgers can use Copper or Iron, while upgrading to Cobalt or Titanium improves overall efficiency.
Combat Strategy:
Leverage its balanced stats to adapt to most combat encounters.
- Reliable against both fast and slow enemies
- Ideal stepping stone toward stronger sword-tier weapons
- Use its speed advantage to punish slower attackers
