Summary
Stardew Valleyis a peaceful and calm farming simulator. Yet, to anyone who has played it, not all moments are chilled-out and serene, as there are times when deadly fights occur and players need to battle to not lose crucial items. Various locations, such as the Mines or the Skull Cavern, offer a plethora of enemies for players to overcome.
AsStardew Valleyis loosely an RPG, there are multiple different weapons to choose from. Of these, swords are arguably the best, being reliable, able to deal a large portion of damage, and not too slow to swing. There is an array of different swords to utilize, and some are naturally better than others, being able to deal with enemies swiftly and successfully, making adventures into dangerous areas no longer daunting. For players who favor blades as their primary weapon, these arethe best swords you can get inStardew Valley.
Updated on July 29, 2025 by Usama Ali:Stardew Valley’s Update 1.6 introduced a bunch of new content, including more sword weapons for players to level up their combat skills. Swords are the farmer’s main melee weapon and can make all the difference between surviving a monster horde and being sent back to the farm. Some swords have unique abilities, like knocking enemies back or dealing extra critical damage. We’ve updated this guide with all the new swords introduced in Update 1.6, so that players can choose the best one for their farmer.
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Weight
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TheMeowmereis a special, secret sword added inStardew Valley’s 1.6 update. It’s a direct reference to the powerful sword of the same name from Terraria. This Easter egg highlights the friendly relationship between the developers ofStardew Valleyand Terraria.
The Meowmere is a level 4 sword with a distinct appearance. The cat-head handle easily makes the Meowmere stand out among the other swords. While not the absolute strongest sword inStardew Valley, it’s a valuable weapon, especially for its speed buffs. Overall, the Meowmere deals a consistent amount of damage. When striking enemies with the Meowmere, they explode into rainbow sparkles.
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Defense
With the 1.6 update, theHoly Bladeis officially obtainable by players. Prior to this update, it only existed within the game’s code. The Holy Blade provides a good option for players who want a well-rounded sword that enhances both their attack speed and their ability to withstand damage. It’s a level 7 sword that can be found as a drop within the Mines, specifically on levels 80 and deeper.
The best part is, the Holy Blade is enchanted with the “Crusader” enchantment. This enchantment increases the damage dealt to Mummies. This makes the Holy Blade incredibly effective in areas like the Skull Cavern, where Mummies are common and can be quite challenging.
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TheYeti Toothis a distinct sword found within the depths of the Mines inStardew Valley. It is primarily obtained by breaking boxes and barrels on floors 80-99 of the Mines. This means it’s a mid-to-late game weapon, found in the more dangerous sections of the dungeon.
The Yeti Tooth is a level 7 sword that offers a balance of damage and defensive capabilities. Specifically, it gives a Defense buff, making it useful for players who prefer a more tank-like approach to combat. This sword also gives a bonus to critical strike power and has decent damage output. It’s the perfect sword for players who want a weapon that not only deals damage but also enhances their survivability in the Mines.
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TheTempered Broadswordis a decent mid-game choice for weaponry. It can deal a good amount of damage, but is on the slower side compared to some of its contemporaries.
Some other weapons with similar damage can offer a faster speed, such as the Steel Falchion. Additionally, given the Tempered Broadsword is found in theSkull Cavern, it can be especially hard to obtain, whereas the Galaxy Sword can be acquired in the Calico Desert using a prismatic shard; a much stronger sword actually requires a lot less risk.
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-1
Crit Power
Leah and Haley aren’t exactly the first characters players think of when it comes to fighting with swords, but the weapons they sell can be decent choices. BothLeah’s WhittlerandHaley’s Irondeal a good amount of damage and can be used adequately in place of others.
Both Leah’s Whittler and Haley’s Iron share the same stats and could benefit a player romancingeither Leahor Haley by using their items.
Offers Players Decent Damage And Crit Power
Offering the same stats as Leah’s Whittler, Haley’s Iron is a solid choice for decent damage in combat against enemies. While it is by no means a fast weapon, it offers a reasonable amount of regular damage and the potential to cause critical damage too. Haley’s Iron is a particularly unique weapon, appearing in the form of a pink-handled curling iron, referring to Haley’s feminine appearance.
Alongside Leah’s Whittler, Haley’s Iron only became available in the 1.6 update, with the introduction of the Desert Festival, where both characters sell their weapons.
There are a few weapons in the game that have a damage stat that sits around 30-45, and theObsidian Edgeis one of these. The sword can deal with enemies decently enough, but still falls short compared to later weapons that are harder to obtain.
Given players receive the Obsidian Edge on floor 90 ofthe Mines, it can serve as a useful acquisition for moving deeper into the mines. Players can use it as the venture down to floor 120 of the mine, and if they eventually run out of uses for the item they can sell it for the fair price of 300g once they reach the surface.
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TheSteel Falchionis a strong choice of weapon due to its speed. The damage it offers is around the same as other swords like the Obsidian Edge and the Dark Sword, but it is vastly faster, allowing players to keep enemies at bay with greater ease.
The Critical Power is also higher, which can allow for a strong attack if it successfully deals critical damage. Since the Steel Falchion can be obtained by a variety of methods, some players may come to find it useful while others may not find much need for it. Getting it from the Adventurer’s Guild after reaching floor 90 in the Mines is certainly easier than obtaining it inthe Skull Cavern, and players who have accessed the Calico Desert may instead opt to strive for the Galaxy Sword instead.
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Vampiric
9%
TheDark Swordis one of the slower swords offered in the game, but it makes up for it with a variety of other stats. The damage it deals is generally considered mid-range, being offers decent enough power for fighting enemies.
The Crit Chance and Weight stats are nice bonuses, and the Vampiric stat can be useful, especially for those that often find themselves taking damage during combat. It allows players to regain a portion of their health; a valuable asset for long journeys spelunking,compared to the Obsidian Edge.
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TheLava Katanais at the beginning of the higher-damage range of swords, most of which are available at later stages of the game. It deals a great amount of damage and isn’t too challenging to acquire, with players simply having to complete the mine to buy it.
The stats offered by the Lava Katana can be really helpful, with the high Crit Power creating opportunities for heavy damage to be inflicted on enemies, while the Defense and Weight increases are valuable for venturing into hostile territory with numerous enemies.
