If you've been grinding Sailor Piece for a while, you already know one thing: raw damage doesn't tell the whole story. A weapon can look strong in a quick test and still feel bad in real farming because the AoE is too small, the cooldowns are awkward, or the hitbox misses half the pack.

That's why this guide ranks swords and melees based on what actually matters in-game: damage, AoE, cooldowns, consistency, and how useful the weapon feels during real progression. We're not just asking which one hits hardest? We're asking which one helps you level faster, clear easier, and waste less time.

• How This Tier List Was Ranked
• Sailor Piece Sword & Melee Tier List
• Best Weapons by Tier
• F Tier
• D Tier
• C Tier
• B Tier
• A Tier
• S Tier
• Sailor Tier
• Best Weapons by Playstyle
• What I'd Recommend at Each Stage
• FAQ
• Which sword is best in Sailor Piece right now?
• What is the best weapon for AFK farming?
• What should beginners get first?
• Is Atomic Sword better than True Manipulator Sword?
• Is Yamato still worth using?
• Final Thoughts

↖ How This Tier List Was Ranked

This list is based on practical performance, not just theory.

From experience, AoE + cooldowns usually decide whether a weapon feels good long-term. That's especially true if you spend most of your time farming mobs, boss islands, dungeons, or Infinite Tower.

↖ Sailor Piece Sword & Melee Tier List

Below is the simplified ranking for the current meta.

The broad idea is simple: early weapons help you survive, mid-tier weapons help you farm, and top-tier weapons change how fast your account progresses.

↖ Best Weapons by Tier

Here's the shortened version of what actually matters in each tier.

↖ F Tier

Combat, Katana

These are the weakest options in the game. They have poor damage, poor utility, and no real long-term use. If you're still using them, your next upgrade should be the priority.

↖ D Tier

Dark Blade, Vampire King, Excalibur, Cursed Vessel

These are early-game fillers. Cursed Vessel stands out a bit because of its AoE, but none of these should be treated as long-term investments.

↖ C Tier

Griffon Sword, Kenshi, Limitless Sorcerer, Curse King, Solo Hunter Sword, Shadow Sword, Manipulator Sword, Soul Reaper Sword

This is where weapons start becoming genuinely useful.

If you're new, Griffon Sword and Soul Reaper Sword are some of the most practical picks here. Curse King also performs well because it has strong AoE and a skill you can use often.

↖ B Tier

Dragon Slayer, Love Maiden, Slime Sword, Scent of Pride, Shadow Monarch Sword

These are good weapons, especially for midgame farming.

Shadow Monarch Sword is the most complete option here, while Scent of Pride is excellent if you value damage and a spammable move.

↖ A Tier

Demon King, Strongest in History, Strongest of Today, Yamato, Corrupted Excalibur

This tier is packed with weapons that are strong enough to carry serious progression.

Strongest of Today is especially good for clearing grouped enemies, while Corrupted Excalibur feels very balanced overall. Yamato hits hard, but the AoE is less impressive than other top choices.

↖ S Tier

Mood Slayer, King of Heroes, Blessed Maiden, True Manipulator Sword, Atomic Sword

These are the weapons most players should aim for before true best-in-slot gear.

• King of Heroes is one of the best AFK farming weapons in the game.
• Blessed Maiden is excellent for active play.
• True Manipulator Sword has insane damage, but it can feel inconsistent at times.
• Atomic Sword is one of the most reliable top-tier weapons overall.

↖ Sailor Tier

Abyssal Empress, Strongest Shinobi, Ice Queen Sword

This is the top of the current meta.

• Abyssal Empress has absurd active-play burst potential.
• Strongest Shinobi is amazing for AFK and wave-based content.
• Ice Queen Sword is the strongest all-around weapon right now thanks to its damage, AoE, and consistency.

If you want one simple answer, Ice Queen Sword is the best overall pick in the current patch.

↖ Best Weapons by Playstyle

Not every player needs the same weapon. This is the fastest way to choose.

This kind of choice matters more than people think. A lower-ranked weapon that fits your farming style can outperform a better weapon that doesn't.

↖ What I'd Recommend at Each Stage

From a practical grinding perspective, here's the cleanest path.

If you notice your farming feels slow, the problem usually isn't just damage. It's often AoE size, skill uptime, or awkward move flow.

↖ FAQ

↖ Which sword is best in Sailor Piece right now?

Ice Queen Sword is the best overall weapon in the current meta.

↖ What is the best weapon for AFK farming?

King of Heroes and Strongest Shinobi are the strongest AFK picks.

↖ What should beginners get first?

Griffon Sword and Soul Reaper Sword are two of the best beginner-friendly upgrades.

↖ Is Atomic Sword better than True Manipulator Sword?

In overall consistency, yes. Atomic Sword is usually the safer and more reliable pick.

↖ Is Yamato still worth using?

Yes, especially if you like strong damage. It just doesn't have the same farming AoE as the very best weapons.

↖ Final Thoughts

The best weapon in Sailor Piece depends on how you play, but a few trends are clear. For beginners, focus on weapons that improve farming speed right away. For AFK players, King of Heroes and Strongest Shinobi are hard to beat. For active endgame play, Abyssal Empress, Atomic Sword, and especially Ice Queen Sword stand above the rest.

The main thing we've learned from testing and progression is simple: the best weapon isn't always the rarest one — it's the one that helps you farm faster, more consistently, and with less downtime.