One-Handed Sword

The one-handed sword is one of the six weapon types in Echoes of Aincrad. It trades peak damage and peak reach for an even rhythm of light and heavy attacks, which makes it the most approachable weapon for new players. Like all one-handed weapons, it can be paired with a shield.

Role

The one-handed sword is positioned as the default weapon for a balanced build. Its animations are fast enough to respond to most enemy openings and slow enough to keep stamina costs manageable.

Starter Variant

Pre-order buyers receive a Proto-Elucidator one-handed sword as part of the Proto-Elucidator Series pack, inspired by the prototype of Kirito's signature weapon.