Updated on January 20th: Our ultimate The Forge Weapons Tier List has been updated to include 26 new weapons added in January, including the Raven update and the Maze update. This is now a complete The Forge Winter Update tier list for January 2026. Check out the best weapons to craft for The Forge Island 3 Maze Update.
TL:DR The Forge Winter Update Meta Quick Summary:
- The best weapon in The Forge Winter Update is The Knight Spear.
- The highest damage per hit weapon in The Forge is The Excalibur.
- The fastest weapon in The Forge (when animations are taken into account) are the Dark Knight Gauntlets.
- The Terrorblade and Gemblade are the best mid-range options in The Forge.
- Maces are by far the weakest weapon class in The Forge.
- The best mid-range weapon is the Katana (Uchigatana/Tachi).
Looking for the best weapons in The Forge Winter Update? The Forge Maze update has introduced over 20 new weapons, bringing a wave of new content. That’s why we’ve updated our The Forge Tier List to reflect the latest balance changes and the challenges awaiting you on Island 3. Read on to see which weapons perform best against Island 3 enemies and bosses.
The Forge Weapons Tier List - Best Weapons in Winter Update
With over 40 new weapons introduced in The Forge Winter Update throughout December and January, we’ve decided to create a separate tier list for these additions. Most of these weapons are significantly stronger than previously existing ones, while also introducing several new weapon types. This tier list covers both the initial Winter Update as well as the Raven and Maze updates, which launched in January 2026. So, without further ado, here’s a complete The Forge weapon tier list for January 2026:
IMPORTANT NOTE: This tier list is based on the in-game index stats of the weapons, as well as our personal experience. Keep in mind that, in practice, many of these weapons behave differently due to specific weapon models, sizes, animation speed, and many other factors. This is something that cannot be reliably taken into account, as it’s more about feel rather than concrete, precise numbers. As always, we strongly encourage you to test every weapon and see what suits your playstyle best.
In addition, you also need to take into account the amount of ore you need to invest into a weapon. Because of that, some high-tier gauntlets are arguably the strongest weapons in the game, as they provide excellent DPS without the need to invest a ton of ores into crafting them.
S-Tier (Godly)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Knight Spear (Spear) | Damage 10.125 Speed 0.38s Range 11 Studs DPS 26.64 |
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 Angelic Spear (Spear) | Damage 9.75 Speed 0.41s Range 11 Studs DPS 23.78 |
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 Excalibur (Colossal) | Damage 26.0 Speed 1.12s Range 10 Studs DPS 23.21 |
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 Compass Spear (Spear) | Damage 10.5 Speed 0.47s Range 11 Studs DPS 22.34 |
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 TerrorBlade (Colossal) | Damage 22.0 Speed 1.02s Range 10 Studs DPS 21.56 |
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 DK Gauntlets (Gauntlets) | Damage 10.0 Speed 0.47s Range 6 Studs DPS 21.27 |
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A-Tier (Excellent)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Wyvern Axe (Great Axe) | Damage 18.75 Speed 0.91s Range 9 Studs DPS 20.60 |
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 Gemblade (Colossal) | Damage 23.0 Speed 1.12s Range 10 Studs DPS 20.53 |
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 Hook Blade (Straight Sword) | Damage 8.25 Speed 0.44s Range 8 Studs DPS 18.75 |
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 Executioner (Great Axe) | Damage 19.5 Speed 1.05s Range 9 Studs DPS 18.57 |
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 Anchored Blade (Great Axe) | Damage 18.0 Speed 1.0s Range 9 Studs DPS 18.00 |
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 Ornate Axe (Axe) | Damage 8.4 Speed 0.48s Range 8 Studs DPS 17.50 |
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 Hell Slayer (Straight Sword) | Damage 10.125 Speed 0.59s Range 8 Studs DPS 17.16 |
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 Candy Cane (Straight Sword) | Damage 7.5 Speed 0.44s Range 8 Studs DPS 17.04 |
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 Savage Claws (Gauntlets) | Damage 8.0 Speed 0.47s Range 6 Studs DPS 17.02 |
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 Grave Maker (Mace) | Damage 7.8 Speed 0.46s Range 8 Studs DPS 16.95 |
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 Trident (Spear) | Damage 7.5 Speed 0.45s Range 11 Studs DPS 16.67 |
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 Spear (Spear) | Damage 7.5 Speed 0.45s Range 11 Studs DPS 16.67 |
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 Demonic Spear (Spear) | Damage 9.0 Speed 0.56s Range 11 Studs DPS 16.07 |
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B-Tier (Good)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Spade Axe (Axe) | Damage 8.05 Speed 0.48s Range 8 Studs DPS 16.77 |
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 Curved Dagger (Dagger) | Damage 4.95 Speed 0.30s Range 6 Studs DPS 16.50 |
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 Crystal Sword (Straight Sword) | Damage 9.975 Speed 0.62s Range 8 Studs DPS 16.08 |
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 Curved Axe (Axe) | Damage 7.7 Speed 0.48s Range 8 Studs DPS 16.04 |
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 Straight Katana (Katana) | Damage 9.35 Speed 0.6s Range 9 Studs DPS 15.58 |
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 BattleAxe (Axe) | Damage 7.35 Speed 0.48s Range 8 Studs DPS 15.31 |
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 Anchored GS (Great Sword) | Damage 13.8 Speed 0.91s Range 9 Studs DPS 15.16 |
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 Hammerhead (Mace) | Damage 6.9 Speed 0.46s Range 8 Studs DPS 15.00 |
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 Winged Mace (Mace) | Damage 6.6 Speed 0.46s Range 8 Studs DPS 14.34 |
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C-Tier (Average)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Axe (Axe) | Damage 7.0 Speed 0.48s Range 8 Studs DPS 14.58 |
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 Shark's Fangs (Dagger) | Damage 3.87 Speed 0.27s Range 6 Studs DPS 14.33 |
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 Spiked Mace (Mace) | Damage 6.3 Speed 0.46s Range 8 Studs DPS 13.69 |
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 DK Greatsword (Great Sword) | Damage 15.0 Speed 1.11s Range 9 Studs DPS 13.51 |
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 Mace (Mace) | Damage 6.0 Speed 0.46s Range 8 Studs DPS 13.04 |
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Ultimate Roblox The Forge Tier List (Island 1 and 2)
It’s been over a month since The Forge launched, and we’ve been playing nonstop, thoroughly testing every weapon to create the ultimate The Forge weapons tier list. After dozens upon dozens of hours of hands-on playtesting, we can confidently say this is the most accurate tier list currently available. And now with The Forge Winter Update, things are getting even more exciting, as the update introduces a new weapon type - The Spear. Without further ado, let’s get into it.
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The Forge Best Weapons - Tier List
⇓ BEST WEAPONS (META) ⇓
Dragon Slayer
Chaos
Hook
Ironhand
⇓ TOP PERFORMERS ⇓
Cutlass
Uchigatana
Hammer
Skull Crusher
Tachi
⇓ SOLID WEAPONS ⇓
Crusader Sword
Double Battle Axe
Scythe
Rapier
Great Sword
⇓ PLAYABLE BUT OUTCLASSED ⇓
Relevator
Gladius Sword
Long Sword
Falchion Sword
Important Note: Stats of weapons in The Forge are not fixed. Rather, they depend on:
- Crafting quality (how well you perform in the crafting mini-games).
- Ore combination (your total multiplier).
- Ore Traits and Passives
- Runes and enhancements.
The Forge Weapons S Tier (Godlike)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Dragon Slayer (Colossal) | Damage 22.0 Speed 1.12s Range 10 Studs DPS 19.64 |
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 Chaos (Straight Sword) | Damage 9.375 Speed 0.59s Range 8 Studs DPS 15.89 |
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 Ironhand (Gauntlets) | Damage 7.6 Speed 0.51s Range 6 Studs DPS 14.90 |
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 Hook (Dagger) | Damage 4.73 Speed 0.39s Range 4.5 Studs DPS 12.13 |
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A Tier (Top Performers)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Hammer (Colossal) | Damage 22.0 Speed 1.24s Range 10 Studs DPS 17.74 |
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 Skull Crusher (Colossal) | Damage 24.0 Speed 1.40s Range 10 Studs DPS 17.14 |
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 Cutlass (Straight Sword) | Damage 9.375 Speed 0.66s Range 8 Studs DPS 14.20 |
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 Uchigatana (Katana) | Damage 8.5 Speed 0.60s Range 9 Studs DPS 14.17 |
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B Tier (Solid)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Great Sword (Colossal) | Damage 20.0 Speed 1.12s Range 10 Studs DPS 17.86 |
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 Rapier (Straight Sword) | Damage 7.5 Speed 0.49s Range 8 Studs DPS 15.31 |
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 Scythe (Great Axe) | Damage 14.25 Speed 0.95s Range 9 Studs DPS 15.00 |
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 Double Axe (Great Axe) | Damage 15.75 Speed 1.05s Range 9 Studs DPS 15.00 |
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 Crusader's (Great Sword) | Damage 12.0 Speed 1.00s Range 9 Studs DPS 12.00 |
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C Tier ( Playable but Outclassed)
| Weapon | Base Stats | Pros & Cons |
|---|---|---|
 Relevator (Gauntlet) | Damage 9.6 Speed 0.69s Range 6 Studs DPS 13.91 |
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 Falchion (Straight Sword) | Damage 7.5 Speed 0.59s Range 8 Studs DPS 12.71 |
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 Gladius (Straight Sword) | Damage 7.875 Speed 0.62s Range 8 Studs DPS 12.70 |
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 Long Sword (Great Sword) | Damage 12.0 Speed 1.10s Range 9 Studs DPS 10.91 |
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With the Winter Update, weapon design in The Forge has started to move beyond its previously basic foundations. While attack speed, range, and base damage are still the core stats that define weapons, the introduction of new weapon types (such as Spears and Maces) has added clearer distinctions between playstyles. Some weapons now excel at raw damage, others at reach or crowd control, making weapon choice more meaningful than before.
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That said, within individual categories, many weapons still feature relatively small stat differences, meaning visual preference and personal playstyle continue to play a role. The Winter Update feels like a first step toward deeper weapon diversity, and while balance is still evolving, the direction suggests more deliberate and impactful weapon design going forward.
And with that, our The Forge Weapon Tier List is complete. As you can see, there aren't really that many differences between these weapons, and the real power lies in The Forge's runes, as they add various passive effects that can be devastating with the right weapon. If you are interested in learning more about the system, check out our The Forge Rune Tier List.
The Forge Weapons FAQ
The best overall weapon in The Forge is the Dragon Slayer Colossal Sword. It has massive damage per hit, extremely long range, second-best DPS in the game, and it looks great.
The Chaos straight swords currently boast the highest DPS (damage per second) in the game. It is also one of the best weapons in The Forge in general.
The outcome depends on the color of the primary Ore that you add to the mixture.
They will probably be reworked down the line, but we think it's because they are mostly there for cosmetic and style reasons, not for gameplay.
The amount of ore you add. The more you add, the better the chance of getting heavy weapon types. For more details, check out our dedicated The Forge crafting guide.
No, you can't. You can only sell. That's because the main gameplay loop is about mining and forging weapons. You can only sell gear you don't need, but you can't buy anything at this point.
You can improve weapons by enhancing them and adding Runes to them. Each time you enhance a weapon (which requires money and essence), you will improve stats across the board. On the other hand, adding Rune to weapons will give them unique passive abilities.
With the Third Island Christmas update, we will see the addition of a new type of weapon: Spears!
Nikola is a Senior Staff Writer at Pro Game Guides with over 13 years of experience in gaming journalism. He has been playing video games since his father bought him an NES and a Sega Mega Drive in the early 1990s. Over the years, he has mainly become a PC gamer with a love for narrative-driven RPGs, real-time strategy games, and psychological/survival horror titles. Still, he enjoys any game that’s worth his time.