Heavy hitter or versatile hybrid? Compare the Steel Boarding Axe and Pistol Sword for PvP and combat.
Boarding Axe for naval combat/boarding. Pistol Sword for versatile PvE with ranged options.
| Attribute | Option A | Option B |
|---|---|---|
| Melee Damage | 45 | 30 |
| Ranged Damage | None | 50 (per shot) |
| Melee Attack Speed | Slow (1.2/sec) | Fast (2.0/sec) |
| Melee DPS | 54 | 60 |
| Ranged Cooldown | N/A | 3 seconds |
| Boarding Bonus | +50% | None |
| Total Effective DPS | 81 (boarding) | 60 (melee) + 17 (ranged) |
| Location | Steel Forge | Pirate Cove only |
• Naval Blockade quest
• PvP boarding actions
• Boss burst damage windows
• Solo PvE
• General exploration
• When you want ranged backup