Gloria Victis features a diverse arsenal of medieval weaponry, each with unique attack patterns, damage types, and stamina costs. Mastering your chosen weapon is key to effective combat.
- Swords: Balanced damage, good speed, versatile. Excellent for general combat.
- Axes: High damage, often slower, good against armor. Can cleave multiple enemies.
- Maces/Hammers: High blunt damage, very effective against heavy armor, can stun. Slower attack speed.
- Spears/Polearms: Long reach, good for keeping enemies at bay, can be used from horseback.
- Bows: Ranged piercing damage, requires arrows, good for harassing and picking off targets.
- Crossbows: High ranged piercing damage, slower reload than bows, no stamina cost per shot.
- Daggers: Fast attacks, low stamina cost, good for quick strikes and finishing blows. Often used in conjunction with a shield.
- Shields: Essential for defense, can block incoming attacks and absorb damage. Different sizes offer varying block strength and mobility.
Each weapon type has specific abilities unlocked through its mastery tree. Experiment to find what suits your playstyle.