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Dark Blade V2 in Haze Seas

Best Overall Sword

Dark Blade V2
Update-sensitive

Current rankings place Dark Blade V2 first for PvP and PvE. It is also called WhiteBlade V2, and its obtain route remains update-sensitive.

Katana in Haze Seas

Best Early Game Sword

Katana
Community checked

Katana ranks above Shark Blade for early progression and has two documented moves.

Dark Blade V2 and 3SS V2 in Haze Seas

Best Bossing Sword

Dark Blade V2 / 3SS V2
Update-sensitive

Dark Blade V2 is the strongest current all-round sword, while 3SS V2 is the leading late-game alternative. Their obtain routes should be verified before farming.

Dark Blade V2 in Haze Seas

Best Sea 2 Sword

Dark Blade V2
Update-sensitive

Current community coverage places Dark Blade V2 at the top of Sea 2. Zenith is the easier alternative.

3SS V2 in Haze Seas

Best Sea 3 Sword

3SS V2
Update-sensitive

3SS V2 is the strongest established Sea 3 target. Dual Dark Blade is the endgame craft goal, but its current availability is disputed.

Zenith in Haze Seas

Best F2P Sword

Zenith
Community checked

Zenith is described as easier to obtain while still strong, with a current guide listing a guaranteed boss drop route.

Interactive table

Sort swords by route, bossing, and status

Use the obtain route and status columns before farming. Unobtainable rows are kept visible for reference, not as live targets.

Showing 31 of 31 matches (31 total).

SwordTierSeaRarityBest ForObtain methodUpgrade / V2 NotesStatusWikiPlan
WhiteBlade in Haze SeasWhiteBlade
SSea 2UnlistedBest overall, PvP, PvE, Fast damage, Upgrade testingRequires the listed UGC limited item.A V2 or upgraded form is documented.Community checkedWiki
3 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas3 Sword Style V2
AUnknownMythicalUpgrade testing, Bossing tests, Late-game planningCraftable via Doran the Forge in Land of the GodsA V2 or upgraded form is documented.Source checkedWiki
Zenith in Haze SeasZenith
ASea 2LegendaryBest F2P route, Guaranteed boss drop, Progression, Boss drop route, Bossing tests100% drop from ZenithNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Community checkedWiki
2 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas2 Sword Style V2
BUnknownUnlistedMid-game progression, V2 upgrade, Upgrade testing, Early progression checkZ: Precision Onslaught (Mastery 0)A V2 or upgraded form is documented.Community checkedWiki
Bisento V2 in Haze SeasBisento V2
BUnknownUnlistedMid-game upgrade, Bossing, Upgrade testing, Early progression checkZ: Shattering Core (Mastery 0)A V2 or upgraded form is documented.Community checkedWiki
DarkBlade v2
BUnknownUnlistedUpgrade testing, Early progression checkObtained from Darkblade Upgrader quest in Foggy CastleA V2 or upgraded form is documented.Source checkedWiki
Golden Staff V2 in Haze SeasGolden Staff V2
BSea 3MythicalLegacy late-game route, Reference, Upgrade testing, Late-game planningCrafted by Doran the ForgeA V2 or upgraded form is documented.Community checkedWiki
SeaBeast Hammer v2
BSea 3UnlistedUpgrade testing, Boss drop route, Early progression check3.5% drop from SeaBeastA V2 or upgraded form is documented.Source checkedWiki
2 Sword Style
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkZ: Cross Slash. Launches an X shaped air projectile towards the target (Sword lvl 50)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
3 Sword Style V1
CSea 3UnlistedEarly progression checkRequires at least 3 swords at 300 MasteryNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Bisento v1
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkBought from Bella at Marine HQ. $500k.No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
DarkBlade
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkStrongest Sword in-game.No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Dough Trident
CUnknownUnlistedBoss drop route, Early progression check50% drop from Dough BossNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Enma
CUnknownUnlistedBoss drop route, Early progression check10% drop from Enma BossNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Fishman Trident
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkSold by Fork Merchant on Fishman IslandNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Golden Staff
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression check1% drop from Thunder God on Sky IslandNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Katana in Haze SeasKatana
CSea 1UnlistedEarly game, Starter sword, Early progression checkZ: Sword Draw (Mastery 0)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Community checkedWiki
Mace
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression check100% Drop from Mace BossNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Mace V2
CUnknownUnlistedUpgrade testing, Early progression check1% from Mace V2 Boss on Dragon IslandA V2 or upgraded form is documented.Source checkedWiki
Operation Blade
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkSold by Magma Minion for 250k$.No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Pipe
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkObtained from Soba in Marine Base Town.No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Raiu
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkObtained via NPC behind the skull on Skull IslandNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
SeaBeast Hammer
CSea 3UnlistedBoss drop route, Early progression check3.5% drop from SeaBeastNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Shark Blade in Haze SeasShark Blade
CSea 1UnlistedEarly game, Starter alternative, Early progression checkZ: Shark Slamdown (Mastery 0)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Community checkedWiki
Shusui
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkZ: Thrust Barrage (sword lvl 50)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Soul Cane
CUnknownUnlistedEarly progression checkSold by Mr Skeleton for $100kNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.Source checkedWiki
Ace (Unreleased)
DUnknownMythicalLate-game planningZ: God of War (Mastery 0)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.UnobtainableWiki
Dual Axe
DUnknownUnlistedNeeds more testingUnobtainableNo V2 upgrade is confirmed.UnobtainableWiki
Dual Dark Blade (Unreleased)
DUnknownMythicalLate-game planningZ: Midnight Havoc (Mastery 0)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.UnobtainableWiki
Gryphon (Unreleased)
DUnknownMythicalLate-game planningZ: Crimson Barrage (Mastery 0)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.UnobtainableWiki
Krampus Scythe
DUnknownUnlistedNeeds more testing7.5% drop from Krampus (Unobtainable)No V2 upgrade is confirmed.UnobtainableWiki
  • WhiteBlade in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    WhiteBlade

    S
    Community checkedSea · Sea 2

    WhiteBlade is S tier. This weapon is also called White Blade V2. Current guides rank Dark Blade V2 as the best sword.

    Sea
    Sea 2
    Best For
    Best overall, PvP, PvE, Fast damage, Upgrade testing
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: Move details are incomplete.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • 3 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    3 Sword Style V2

    A
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    3 Sword Style V2 is A tier. 3 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Upgrade testing, Bossing tests, Late-game planning
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Zenith in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    Zenith

    A
    Community checkedSea · Sea 2

    Zenith is A tier. Destructoid identifies Zenith as easier to obtain while still very strong, with a listed 100% boss drop.

    Sea
    Sea 2
    Best For
    Best F2P route, Guaranteed boss drop, Progression, Boss drop route, Bossing tests
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 1 documented move.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • 2 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    2 Sword Style V2

    B
    Community checkedSea · Unknown

    2 Sword Style V2 is B tier. A practical progression sword, but below 3SS V2 and Dark Blade V2.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Mid-game progression, V2 upgrade, Upgrade testing, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • Bisento V2 in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    Bisento V2

    B
    Community checkedSea · Unknown

    Bisento V2 is B tier. Older community rankings place Bisento V2 below the top endgame swords.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Mid-game upgrade, Bossing, Upgrade testing, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • Overall ranking

    DarkBlade v2

    B
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    DarkBlade v2 is B tier. 3 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Upgrade testing, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Golden Staff V2 in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    Golden Staff V2

    B
    Community checkedSea · Sea 3

    Golden Staff V2 is B tier. Current availability conflicts with newer Sea 3 weapon coverage.

    Sea
    Sea 3
    Best For
    Legacy late-game route, Reference, Upgrade testing, Late-game planning
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • Overall ranking

    SeaBeast Hammer v2

    B
    Source checkedSea · Sea 3

    SeaBeast Hammer v2 is B tier. 3 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Sea 3
    Best For
    Upgrade testing, Boss drop route, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    2 Sword Style

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    2 Sword Style is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    3 Sword Style V1

    C
    Source checkedSea · Sea 3

    3 Sword Style V1 is C tier. 3 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Sea 3
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Bisento v1

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Bisento v1 is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    DarkBlade

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    DarkBlade is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Dough Trident

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Dough Trident is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Boss drop route, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Enma

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Enma is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Boss drop route, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Fishman Trident

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Fishman Trident is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Golden Staff

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Golden Staff is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Katana in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    Katana

    C
    Community checkedSea · Sea 1

    Katana is C tier. Katana is the better of the two starter sword cards in older community rankings.

    Sea
    Sea 1
    Best For
    Early game, Starter sword, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • Overall ranking

    Mace

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Mace is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Mace V2

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Mace V2 is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Upgrade testing, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Operation Blade

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Operation Blade is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Overall ranking

    Pipe

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Pipe is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Raiu

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Raiu is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    SeaBeast Hammer

    C
    Source checkedSea · Sea 3

    SeaBeast Hammer is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Sea 3
    Best For
    Boss drop route, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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  • Shark Blade in Haze Seas
    Overall ranking

    Shark Blade

    C
    Community checkedSea · Sea 1

    Shark Blade is C tier. Useful early, but community rankings place it below Katana and later upgrades.

    Sea
    Sea 1
    Best For
    Early game, Starter alternative, Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Compared with current sword rankings and recent weapon showcases.

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  • Overall ranking

    Shusui

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Shusui is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Soul Cane

    C
    Source checkedSea · Unknown

    Soul Cane is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Early progression check
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Ace (Unreleased)

    D
    UnobtainableSea · Unknown

    Ace (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Late-game planning
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Dual Axe

    D
    UnobtainableSea · Unknown

    Dual Axe is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Needs more testing
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Dual Dark Blade (Unreleased)

    D
    UnobtainableSea · Unknown

    Dual Dark Blade (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Late-game planning
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Gryphon (Unreleased)

    D
    UnobtainableSea · Unknown

    Gryphon (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Late-game planning
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 3 documented moves.

    Watch: This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

    Open wiki
  • Overall ranking

    Krampus Scythe

    D
    UnobtainableSea · Unknown

    Krampus Scythe is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

    Sea
    Unknown
    Best For
    Needs more testing
    Tradeoffs and source notes

    Strength: 2 documented moves.

    Watch: This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.

    Source: Published weapon information reviewed.

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Tier groups

Sword tiers by active planning value

Swords are grouped by current planning value. UGC-limited and unobtainable rows are clearly labeled so they do not become bad farm targets.

S

S Tier

1 item
WhiteBlade in Haze Seas

WhiteBlade

Community checked

WhiteBlade is S tier. This weapon is also called White Blade V2. Current guides rank Dark Blade V2 as the best sword.

Best overallPvPPvEFast damage
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
Move details are incomplete.
Wiki details
A

A Tier

2 items
3 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas

3 Sword Style V2

Source checked

3 Sword Style V2 is A tier. 3 moves are documented.

Upgrade testingBossing testsLate-game planning
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details
Zenith in Haze Seas

Zenith

Community checked

Zenith is A tier. Destructoid identifies Zenith as easier to obtain while still very strong, with a listed 100% boss drop.

Best F2P routeGuaranteed boss dropProgressionBoss drop route
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
1 documented move.
Wiki details
B

B Tier

5 items
2 Sword Style V2 in Haze Seas

2 Sword Style V2

Community checked

2 Sword Style V2 is B tier. A practical progression sword, but below 3SS V2 and Dark Blade V2.

Mid-game progressionV2 upgradeUpgrade testingEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details
Bisento V2 in Haze Seas

Bisento V2

Community checked

Bisento V2 is B tier. Older community rankings place Bisento V2 below the top endgame swords.

Mid-game upgradeBossingUpgrade testingEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

DarkBlade v2

Source checked

DarkBlade v2 is B tier. 3 moves are documented.

Upgrade testingEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details
Golden Staff V2 in Haze Seas

Golden Staff V2

Community checked

Golden Staff V2 is B tier. Current availability conflicts with newer Sea 3 weapon coverage.

Legacy late-game routeReferenceUpgrade testingLate-game planning
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details

SeaBeast Hammer v2

Source checked

SeaBeast Hammer v2 is B tier. 3 moves are documented.

Upgrade testingBoss drop routeEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details
C

C Tier

18 items

2 Sword Style

Source checked

2 Sword Style is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

3 Sword Style V1

Source checked

3 Sword Style V1 is C tier. 3 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details

Bisento v1

Source checked

Bisento v1 is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

DarkBlade

Source checked

DarkBlade is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
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Dough Trident

Source checked

Dough Trident is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Boss drop routeEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Enma

Source checked

Enma is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Boss drop routeEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Fishman Trident

Source checked

Fishman Trident is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Golden Staff

Source checked

Golden Staff is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details
Katana in Haze Seas

Katana

Community checked

Katana is C tier. Katana is the better of the two starter sword cards in older community rankings.

Early gameStarter swordEarly progression check
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Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Mace

Source checked

Mace is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Mace V2

Source checked

Mace V2 is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Upgrade testingEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Operation Blade

Source checked

Operation Blade is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Pipe

Source checked

Pipe is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Raiu

Source checked

Raiu is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
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SeaBeast Hammer

Source checked

SeaBeast Hammer is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Boss drop routeEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details
Shark Blade in Haze Seas

Shark Blade

Community checked

Shark Blade is C tier. Useful early, but community rankings place it below Katana and later upgrades.

Early gameStarter alternativeEarly progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Shusui

Source checked

Shusui is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Soul Cane

Source checked

Soul Cane is C tier. 2 moves are documented.

Early progression check
Watch
Exact damage and cooldown values can change after patches.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details
D

D Tier

5 items

Ace (Unreleased)

Unobtainable

Ace (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

Late-game planning
Watch
This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Dual Axe

Unobtainable

Dual Axe is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

Needs more testing
Watch
This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Dual Dark Blade (Unreleased)

Unobtainable

Dual Dark Blade (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

Late-game planning
Watch
This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details

Gryphon (Unreleased)

Unobtainable

Gryphon (Unreleased) is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

Late-game planning
Watch
This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.
Source
3 documented moves.
Wiki details

Krampus Scythe

Unobtainable

Krampus Scythe is marked unobtainable. Keep it as a reference, not a farming target.

Needs more testing
Watch
This sword is marked unobtainable, so it is not a farming target.
Source
2 documented moves.
Wiki details

Progression path

Pick a sword for the stage you are actually in

Early Game Swords

Start with available swords that have clear move and obtain information.

WhiteBlade, Katana, Shark Blade

Mid Game Swords

Use V2 cards as upgrade checkpoints, then verify actual combo reliability before spending materials.

2 Sword Style V2, Bisento V2, 2 Sword Style, Bisento v1

Sea 2 Swords

Sea 2 routing is not consistently listed on local sword cards. Confirm the wiki card and boss route first.

WhiteBlade, Zenith

Sea 3 Swords

Sea 3 and late-game routes often depend on bosses, V2 requirements, or update-sensitive drops.

Golden Staff V2, SeaBeast Hammer v2, 3 Sword Style V1, SeaBeast Hammer

Late Game Swords

Legendary and Mythical rows are late-game test candidates unless marked unobtainable.

3 Sword Style V2, Zenith, Golden Staff V2

Community cross-check

Sources used to challenge the rankings

Sword rankings use current guides and recent weapon showcases. Conflicting obtain routes remain update-sensitive.

Guide

Destructoid tier list

Separates PvE/PvP fruit use cases and identifies Dark Blade V2 and 3SS V2 as top swords.

Open source
YouTube

XenoTy weapon showcase

Recent showcase covering 3SS, Gryphon, and Dual Dark Blade acquisition and moves.

Open source

FAQ

Sword tier questions

What is the best sword in Haze Seas?

Dark Blade V2 is the current top community pick for both PvP and PvE. 3SS V2 is the strongest late-game alternative.

What sword should I use early game?

Use Katana before moving into mid-game V2 swords. Shark Blade is a workable starter alternative.

Which sword is best for bosses?

Dark Blade V2 and 3SS V2 lead bossing recommendations. Zenith is the best easier-to-obtain alternative.

Are V2 swords worth farming?

Yes. Dark Blade V2 and 3SS V2 are the strongest current sword targets, but some obtain routes conflict across sources and must be checked in game.

Which swords are hard to obtain?

Rows marked Unobtainable or tied to UGC limited items are not normal farming targets. Boss-drop swords also depend on spawn and drop chance.