Sword Builds
Proven sword designs and component combinations for different customer types
Versatile Builds
All-purpose designs suitable for multiple customer types
Balanced Longsword
The reliable all-rounder
A well-balanced longsword design that satisfies most functional weapon requirements. Perfect for learning core mechanics and building early reputation.
Craft Time
15-20 minutes
Est. Cost
35-45 gold
Suitable For
Town Guard, Adventurer, Traveling Merchant
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Straight longsword blade
Length: 32 inches
Width: 2 inches at base, tapered
Profile: Subtle taper to acute point
Weight: 2.8 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Standard cross-guard
Style: Simple cruciform
Weight: 0.6 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Leather-wrapped grip
Style: Two-handed capable
Comfort: High
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Round wheel pommel
Weight: 0.7 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Excellent (centered)
sharpness: High
weight: 4.5 units total
durability: High
aesthetics: Functional
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Focus on maintaining consistent blade thickness during forging
- • Ensure taper is gradual from base to point for optimal balance
- • Sharpen to medium-fine edge for durability and cutting ability
- • Test balance point - should be 2-3 inches ahead of guard
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- • Making blade too thick reduces balance quality
- • Over-sharpening sacrifices durability
- • Pommel too light fails to counterbalance blade
Efficient Shortsword
Quick to craft, reliable performance
Fast-production design ideal for bulk orders and time-sensitive commissions. Sacrifices no essential quality while minimizing craft time.
Craft Time
10-12 minutes
Est. Cost
20-28 gold
Suitable For
Town Guard, Traveling Merchant (bulk)
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Straight shortsword
Length: 22 inches
Width: 1.75 inches
Profile: Moderate taper
Weight: 1.8 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Simple bar guard
Style: Minimal
Weight: 0.4 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Basic leather wrap
Style: One-handed
Comfort: Good
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Disk pommel
Weight: 0.5 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Good
sharpness: Medium-High
weight: 3.0 units total
durability: Medium-High
aesthetics: Utilitarian
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Use standard forging techniques without excessive refinement
- • Sharpen to consistent medium edge - fast and adequate
- • Assembly is straightforward with basic components
- • Can be produced in batches efficiently
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- • Rushing sharpening creates uneven edge
- • Skipping balance check leads to customer dissatisfaction
Decorative Builds
Ornate designs for nobles and ceremonial purposes
Noble's Ceremonial Saber
Aesthetics over function
An ornate saber design emphasizing visual appeal and prestige. Requires quality materials and careful attention to decorative details.
Craft Time
25-35 minutes
Est. Cost
80-120 gold
Suitable For
Noble Patron, Collector
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Curved saber blade
Length: 30 inches
Width: 1.5 inches
Profile: Elegant curve, polished finish
Weight: 2.2 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Swept hilt guard
Style: Ornate curved quillons
Weight: 0.7 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Wire-wrapped grip
Style: Decorative wire pattern
Comfort: Medium
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Ornamental pommel
Style: Spherical or sculpted
Weight: 0.6 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Good (slight handle bias)
sharpness: Medium (ceremonial)
weight: 3.9 units total
durability: Medium
aesthetics: Excellent
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Spend extra time polishing blade to mirror finish
- • Curved blade requires careful heat control and shaping
- • Decorative elements take time but are essential for nobles
- • Balance can be slightly handle-heavy for ceremonial pieces
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- • Rushing decorative elements reduces perceived value
- • Over-sharpening is unnecessary for display pieces
- • Ignoring aesthetic balance between components
Collector's Display Greatsword
Impressive showcase piece
A large, visually striking greatsword meant for display rather than combat. Showcases advanced craftsmanship and premium materials.
Craft Time
40-55 minutes
Est. Cost
150-200 gold
Suitable For
Collector, Noble Patron (special orders)
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Large greatsword blade
Length: 42 inches
Width: 2.5 inches
Profile: Dramatic taper, fuller grooves
Weight: 4.2 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Elaborate crossguard
Style: Extended decorated quillons
Weight: 1.0 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Ornate two-hand grip
Style: Carved or wrapped with premium materials
Comfort: Good (ceremonial)
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Large decorative pommel
Style: Sculptural or heraldic
Weight: 1.1 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Fair (display focused)
sharpness: Low (not intended for use)
weight: 7.0 units total
durability: High (sturdy construction)
aesthetics: Outstanding
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Large blade requires excellent heat management
- • Fuller grooves reduce weight while adding visual interest
- • Symmetry is crucial - any asymmetry is obvious at this scale
- • Use best available materials for maximum impact
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- • Poor heat control leads to warping in large blades
- • Mismatched decorative style between components
- • Underestimating time required for elaborate work
Combat Builds
Functional weapons optimized for actual use
Adventurer's Bastard Sword
Versatile combat companion
A hand-and-a-half sword offering versatility in combat situations. Balances cutting power, maneuverability, and reliability.
Craft Time
22-28 minutes
Est. Cost
60-80 gold
Suitable For
Adventurer, Experienced guards
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Bastard sword blade
Length: 35 inches
Width: 2.2 inches at base
Profile: Optimized taper for cutting and thrusting
Weight: 3.2 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Protective cross-guard
Style: Angled quillons for hand protection
Weight: 0.7 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Extended grip
Style: One or two-handed use
Comfort: Excellent
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Pear-shaped pommel
Weight: 0.9 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Excellent (forward of guard)
sharpness: Very High
weight: 5.3 units total
durability: Very High
aesthetics: Functional elegance
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Sharp taper improves thrust capability without sacrificing cutting power
- • Extended grip allows grip changes during combat
- • Sharpen to fine edge - adventurers appreciate cutting performance
- • Robust construction essential for field reliability
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- • Grip too short limits two-handed options
- • Blade too heavy sacrifices maneuverability
- • Insufficient edge hardening reduces durability
Specialized Builds
Unique designs for specific purposes
Guard Captain's Command Sword
Authority and function combined
A sword denoting rank while maintaining full combat capability. Blends practical design with subtle status indicators.
Craft Time
25-30 minutes
Est. Cost
70-95 gold
Suitable For
Guard Captain (special NPC), Military officers
Components
⚔️ Blade
Type: Military longsword
Length: 33 inches
Width: 2.1 inches
Profile: Combat-optimized with unit insignia etching
Weight: 3.0 units
🛡️ Guard
Type: Officer's guard
Style: Practical with rank decorations
Weight: 0.7 units
✋ Hilt
Type: Quality leather wrap
Style: Superior grip with rank insignia
Comfort: Excellent
⚙️ Pommel
Type: Insignia pommel
Style: Military emblem engraved
Weight: 0.8 units
Stats & Tips
📊 Statistics
balance: Excellent
sharpness: High
weight: 4.9 units total
durability: Very High
aesthetics: Dignified martial
💡 Crafting Tips
- • Maintain combat functionality as priority
- • Subtle decorations convey status without compromising use
- • Quality materials reflect officer status
- • Balance must be perfect for discerning military customer
General Building Tips
general
- • Always check customer order specifications before starting
- • Balance is often the most critical stat - test frequently
- • Premium materials justify higher prices for appropriate customers
- • Keep notes on successful builds for future reference
- • Practice difficult techniques on low-stakes orders first
efficiency
- • Prepare components during blade heating phases
- • Develop muscle memory for common blade profiles
- • Organize workshop to minimize movement between stations
- • Batch similar orders when possible for efficiency
quality
- • Take extra time on high-paying commissions
- • Double-check specifications before final assembly
- • Polish and presentation matter for nobles and collectors
- • Functional customers prioritize performance over appearance