Mount and Blade Warband is a game of conquest and building your own destiny through the bloody destruction of your foes, but this path is laden with obstacles and full of options. Are you a struggling peasant in the dregs of Calradia, not sure which weapon you should use to snipe, bash, cut, or pierce your way to victory? Well, young Calradian, listen here because I’m gonna tell you all about my top 12 best weapons to do just that.
12. Elite Scimitar(good)
Face my legion, peasants!
Why it’s a strong weapon: It’s exceptionally fast and is the only weapon to have 100 range and 100 speed in the game, as well as solid damage. It can be spammed against your enemies and will make mince meat out of them!
Elite Scimitar Strengths:
- VERY fast relative to its length (that's what she said?)
- Good damage
- Very spammable
It’s curved which looks cool!
Elite Scimitar Stats:
- Damage: 32c
- Reach: 100
- Speed: 100
- Weight: 1.5
Where to get Elite Scimitar:
It’s located in Sarranid markets, and you can loot it off of Sarranid enemies.
11. War Cleaver(good)
Might be a little overkill here….
Why it’s a strong weapon: It’s a careful blend between the range of a polearm and the damage of an axe, making it a strong choice if you want a good amount of range while still dealing serious damage. Its increased damage makes up for its slightly lower speed and range compared to the scimitar.
War Cleaver Strengths:
- Reach of a polearm with excellent damage
- Relatively fast
- Useful for longer-range combat
Military Cleaver Stats:
- Damage: 45c
- Reach: 120
- Speed: 93
- Weight: 1.5
Where to get War Cleaver:
Defeat Rhodok parties and you will find them, and it can be found in virtually any weapons dealer in Calradia.
10. One Handed Battle-Axe(good)
Umm. I’m sure this will end well.
See One-Handed Battle Axe in Action
Why it’s a strong weapon: It has exceptional damage and a fast swing speed, though it is better for more in-your-face encounters as the reach is less than a sword or cleaver. It also does bonus damage against shields, so in your face, Huscarls!
One Handed Battle-Axe Strengths:
- High damage
- Useful for close-quarters combat
- Fast swing speed
One-Handed Battle-Axe Stats
- Damage: 37c
- Reach: 76
- Speed: 98
- Weight: 2.0
Where to get One Handed Battle-Axe:
Defeat Nordic enemies and you will definitely loot a few off those crazy skull drinkers...or go to any weapon vendor.
9. Great Long Axe(good)
SIEGES IN Pendor take so damn long.
Why it’s a strong weapon: With great reach, the highest damage in the game, bonus damage against shields, and relatively quick swing speed, this axe will chop your enemies to bits!
Great Long Axe Strengths:
- Tremendous damage dealing
- Quite fast for a two-hander
- Great for far-range encounters
- Slices through shields like butter
Great Long Axe Stats:
- Damage: 54c
- Reach: 127
- Speed: 85
- Weight: 5.5
Where to get Great Long Axe:
The only way to get this weapon is to look around in different markets in Calradia!
8. Morningstar(great)
You see, he looks really scary, but I promise he’s a nice guy!
Why it's a strong weapon: With an exceptional amount of piercing damage and the ability to crush through blocks, this powerhouse weapon will totally destroy shield walls and crush enemy skulls.
Morningstar Strengths:
- Pierces straight through armor
- Crushes through blocks, disrupting shield walls
- Can be used two-handed or one-handed, offering flexibility
Morningstar Stats:
- Damage: 38p
- Reach: 85
- Speed: 95
- Weight: 4.5
Where to get Morningstar: You can loot it off Swadian Knights or buy it in virtually any town in Calradia.
7. Siege Crossbow(great)
Sniping enemies was never easier.
Why it’s a strong weapon: This is the strongest crossbow in the game; with super high damage, high accuracy, and tons of range, this will make your enemies fall after you’ve filled them with bolts like Daryl Dixon!
Siege Crossbow Strengths:
- Great range
- Very high damage
- Tears apart shields and armor
Siege Crossbow Stats:
- Damage: 63p
- Speed: 37
- Weight: 3.8
Where to get Siege Crossbow: Weapons stores across Calradia will have this scary good weapon.
6. Great Lance(great)
Driving your lance through enemy lines! Nothing better!
Why it's a strong weapon: Feel like a jousting knight as you charge forth on your horse and deliver devastating damage to unsuspecting foes!
Great Lance Strengths:
- Deliver one hit blows with couched lance damage
- Also capable of being thrust like a pike
- Tremendously powerful against armored units
Great Lance Stats
- Thrust: 21p
- Range: 240
- Speed: 55
- Weight: 5.0
Where to get Great Lance: You can buy it across the vast land of Calradia or loot it off Swadian Knights.
5. Masterwork War Bow(great)
I could genuinely take out a whole army with this bow.
See Masterwork Warbow in Action
Why it’s a strong weapon: Deals exceptional damage at range. With this bow and a horse, you can slaughter an entire army by yourself.
Masterwork War Bow Strengths:
- Deals exceptional damage at range
- Can be wielded on horseback
- Can decimate whole armies easily
Masterwork War Bow Stats:
- Damage: 30p
- Accuracy: 99
- Speed: 85
- Weight: 1.5
Where to get Masterwork War Bow: You can find it in stores across Calradia, but it can be very hard to find.
4. Heavy Great Long Bardiche(great)
Look at him! I’m sure he has no foul intentions with that bardiche….
See Heavy Great Long Bardiche in Action
Why it’s a strong weapon: Dealing some of the highest damage on this list, this long ranged powerhouse will slaughter enemies and obliterate shield walls.
Heavy Great Long Bardiche Strengths:
- Super long range
- Deals incredible damage
- Relatively fast for its size
Heavy Great Long Bardiche Stats:
- Damage: 52c
- Speed: 86
- Reach: 155
- Weight: 5.0
Where to get Heavy Great Long Bardiche:
This mouthful of a weapon can be found in any weapon shop, though it will be quite hard to find.
3. Masterwork Sword of War(great)
Do you really need a sword that big, man?
See the Masterwork Sword of War in Action
Why it’s a strong weapon: It’s super balanced, possessing very high damage and high range while having the same speed as a weapon like a Morningstar.
Masterwork Sword of War Strengths:
- Very long range
- As fast as one-handed weapons while dealing great damage
- You’ll feel like Conan the Barbarian
Masterwork Sword of War Stats:
- Damage: 45c
- Speed: 95
- Reach: 130
- Weight: 3.0
Where to get Masterwork Sword of War: It’s an extremely rare weapon, but it can be found in various towns throughout Calradia.
2. Heavy Great Hammer (great)
Those wings don’t seem super practical….
See Heavy Great Hammer in Action
Why it’s a great weapon: Deliver great damage, knocking your way through enemy shields and armor while knocking out foes! Splatter some heads and make some money while you’re at it!
Heavy Great Hammer Strengths
- Deal exceptional damage
- Knocks out prisoners
- Blasts through shields and armor
Heavy Great Hammer Stats:
- Damage: 47b
- Speed: 77
- Reach: 75
- Weight: 9
Where to get Heavy Great Hammer: This weapon will - like a lot of these weapons - be quite hard to find, but look hard throughout Calradia and you’ll find it!
1. Masterwork Heavy Bastard Sword (best)
Might wanna shut that helmet…you’re not much of a looker!
See Masterwork Heavy Bastard Sword in Action
Why it’s a great weapon: Slice your enemies apart with this versatile, fast, and high-reach weapon that is incredibly balanced.
Masterwork Heavy Bastard Sword Strengths:
- Can be wielded one-handed or two-handed
- Excellent damage
- Overall balanced stats
Masterwork Heavy Bastard Sword Stats:
- Damage: 42c
- Speed: 98
- Reach: 105
- Weight: 2.3
Where to get Masterwork Heavy Bastard Sword: It is an exceptionally scarce item, but you can find it if you look hard through Calradia.
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