Swords are the primary melee weapons in Legacy Piece, and the difference between tiers is dramatic. An S tier sword like Yoru deals nearly double the damage of a C tier Cutlass with significantly longer range and a powerful special ability. This sword and weapon tier list ranks all 6 swords in Legacy Piece from S to C, with detailed analysis of damage, range, special abilities, PvP and PvE performance, and acquisition methods.
Overall Sword Tier List
The overall sword tier list reflects each weapon's combined performance across all Legacy Piece content. Swords that perform well in both PvP and PvE rank higher, while niche swords rank lower despite potential strengths in specific situations.
| Tier | Sword | Rarity | Overall Score | Special Ability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Yoru | Legendary | 10/10 | Black Slash (arena wave) |
| A | Wado Ichimonji | Epic | 8.5/10 | Piercing Thrust (ranged poke) |
| A | Shusui | Epic | 8/10 | Spinning Slash (AoE spin) |
| B | Sandai Kitetsu | Rare | 6/10 | Curse (defense reduction) |
| B | Soul Solid | Epic | 7.5/10 | Soul Drain (lifesteal) |
| C | Cutlass | Common | 3/10 | None |
Yoru stands alone at S tier as the strongest weapon in Legacy Piece. A tier contains two swords that are powerful enough for endgame content: Wado Ichimonji for PvP and Shusui for PvE. B tier offers mid-game options that provide meaningful upgrades over Cutlass. Soul Solid has a higher rating than Sandai Kitetsu despite being B tier because its lifesteal special provides more consistent value.
S Tier Sword: Yoru
Yoru stands alone at S tier as the strongest weapon in Legacy Piece. Its combination of highest damage, longest range, and the devastating Black Slash special makes every other sword obsolete once obtained.
Yoru Damage and Range
Yoru's damage per hit is the highest of any sword, approximately 80 percent more than Shusui and nearly double Wado Ichimonji. The damage advantage means fewer hits needed to defeat opponents and faster mob clearing in PvE. When combined with Oni race's 15 percent melee damage buff, Yoru deals the highest sustained damage output possible in Legacy Piece.
Yoru's range is equally dominant. The massive slash arc covers dramatically more area than any other sword. Opponents who would be outside the range of A tier swords are fully within Yoru's strike zone. This range advantage creates a safety buffer that keeps you further from danger while dealing more damage. The range also means Yoru hits more mobs per swing during PvE farming.
Yoru Black Slash Special
The Black Slash special sends a horizontal wave across the entire arena, dealing massive damage to anything it contacts. The wave travels quickly and covers the full width of most combat areas. Black Slash provides unmatched zone control in PvP and devastating AoE damage in PvE.
Black Slash has a 12-second cooldown and deals approximately 1.5 times a normal Yoru swing in damage. The ability to zone opponents from arena range while dealing top-tier damage makes Black Slash the single most powerful sword ability in Legacy Piece.
Yoru Acquisition
Yoru drops from the Mihawk boss at Marineford with approximately a 1 percent drop rate per kill. Mihawk is a level 500 boss, meaning you must reach endgame before farming for Yoru becomes possible. Most players report obtaining Yoru after 50 to 150 kills, though some dedicated farmers have needed over 200 attempts. For the complete farming strategy, see our Yoru sword guide. The Goro stun or Hie-Hie freeze builds make the Mihawk fight significantly faster, creating a catch-22 where Yoru is easiest to farm with the best builds that already benefit from Yoru.
| Yoru Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 10/10 | Highest in game |
| Range | 10/10 | Longest sword range |
| Special Ability | 10/10 | Black Slash arena wave |
| PvP | 10/10 | Range + zoning dominant |
| PvE | 10/10 | AoE + boss damage |
| Obtain Difficulty | 10/10 | ~1% drop from Mihawk |
A Tier Swords
A tier contains two swords that are powerful enough for endgame content. While neither matches Yoru, each A tier sword provides specific advantages that make them the best available options before Yoru.
Wado Ichimonji: The PvP Sword
Wado Ichimonji is the best PvP sword before Yoru because its faster recovery between swings allows quick transitions from attacking to dodging. In PvP, the ability to react defensively after attacking is critical. Wado Ichimonji's shorter recovery animations minimize punish windows that slower swords create.
The Piercing Thrust special extends range temporarily for safe mid-range attacks. The thrust is a quick linear attack that pokes opponents from outside standard melee range. This ranged option provides spacing control that other swords lack. Piercing Thrust has an 8-second cooldown and deals moderate damage.
Wado Ichimonji is purchased from the Loguetown sword dealer for 200,000 Beli at level 100. The purchase method makes it the most accessible A tier sword, requiring only Beli and level rather than quest completion or boss drops. For Beli farming tips, see our leveling guide.
| Wado Ichimonji Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 7/10 | Consistent |
| Range | 8/10 | Piercing Thrust extends range |
| Recovery Speed | 9/10 | Fastest in game |
| PvP | 8/10 | Best pre-Yoru PvP sword |
| PvE | 7/10 | Safe boss poking |
| Obtain Difficulty | 3/10 | 200K Beli at Lv100 |
Shusui: The PvE Sword
Shusui is the best PvE sword before Yoru because the Spinning Slash special provides AoE damage that clears mob groups efficiently. The spinning hitbox damages all nearby enemies simultaneously, making Shusui the best mob farming sword at the A tier level.
Shusui also has the highest per-hit damage among non-Yoru swords. This damage advantage makes boss fights shorter, reducing the time you spend in dangerous close-range engagements. The spinning slash also hits multiple times on larger boss targets, effectively multiplying damage against bosses.
Shusui is obtained through the Thriller Bark questline at level 200, requiring no Beli purchase. The questline involves defeating several mid-game bosses and collecting Shusui fragments. Most players complete the questline in 30 to 40 minutes.
| Shusui Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 8/10 | Highest non-Yoru damage |
| Range | 7/10 | Standard melee |
| Special Ability | 8/10 | Spinning Slash AoE |
| PvP | 7/10 | Damage trades, group fights |
| PvE | 9/10 | Best mob farming |
| Obtain Difficulty | 4/10 | 30-40 min questline |
B Tier Swords
B tier contains two swords that serve as mid-game options. These swords provide meaningful upgrades over Cutlass but are eventually replaced by A tier swords.
Sandai Kitetsu
Sandai Kitetsu's curse mechanic applies a defense reduction debuff on hit with a random proc rate. When the curse activates, it reduces the target's defense, increasing all damage dealt by you and your team. In coordinated boss farming groups, the curse debuff benefits the entire team, making Sandai Kitetsu surprisingly valuable in group content.
However, the inconsistent proc rate makes Sandai Kitetsu unreliable in PvP. You cannot depend on the curse landing at critical moments. The sword is purchased from the Loguetown dealer for 50,000 Beli at level 50, making it the first meaningful sword upgrade available to new players.
| Sandai Kitetsu Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 5/10 | Moderate |
| Special Ability | 6/10 | Curse (inconsistent proc) |
| PvP | 4/10 | Unreliable curse proc |
| PvE | 6/10 | Team debuff on bosses |
| Obtain Difficulty | 2/10 | 50K Beli at Lv50 |
Soul Solid
Soul Solid is the sustain sword that provides lifesteal through the Soul Drain special. Every hit heals the user for a small percentage of damage dealt. This self-healing is uniquely valuable for solo boss encounters and extended grinding sessions where you cannot afford to retreat to heal.
Soul Solid also applies a slow effect on hit that helps maintain close-range pressure in PvP. The slow makes it harder for opponents to escape your combo chains, providing chase utility that other B tier swords lack.
Soul Solid is obtained through the freezing questline at level 100, which involves collecting soul fragments from bosses across multiple islands. The questline takes approximately 75 to 105 minutes to complete.
| Soul Solid Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 7/10 | Strong per-hit |
| Range | 7/10 | Standard melee |
| Special Ability | 7/10 | Soul Drain lifesteal + slow |
| PvP | 6/10 | Slow on hit helps chase |
| PvE | 8/10 | Sustain for solo content |
| Obtain Difficulty | 6/10 | 75-105 min questline |
C Tier Sword: Cutlass
Cutlass is the only C tier sword, serving as the default starter weapon with no special ability and the lowest damage. Replace Cutlass with Sandai Kitetsu at level 50 for a dramatic combat improvement. The 50,000 Beli cost for Sandai Kitetsu is affordable within your first few hours of play.
Cutlass deals approximately 40 percent of Yoru's damage per swing with the shortest range of any sword. Without a special ability, Cutlass provides only basic M1 melee damage. Every other sword in Legacy Piece is a strict upgrade over Cutlass.
| Cutlass Attribute | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 3/10 | Lowest in game |
| Range | 3/10 | Shortest range |
| Special Ability | 0/10 | None |
| PvP | 2/10 | Outclassed by everything |
| PvE | 2/10 | Minimal contribution |
| Obtain Difficulty | 1/10 | 1K Beli at Starter Island |
PvP Sword Rankings
PvP sword rankings prioritize range, combo potential, and recovery speed. These factors determine how effectively a sword controls spacing and confirms damage in player versus player combat.
| PvP Rank | Sword | Tier | PvP Score | Key PvP Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yoru | S | 10/10 | Range + Black Slash zoning |
| 2 | Wado Ichimonji | A | 8/10 | Fast recovery + Piercing Thrust |
| 3 | Shusui | A | 7/10 | High damage trades |
| 4 | Soul Solid | B | 6/10 | Slow on hit for chase |
| 5 | Sandai Kitetsu | B | 4/10 | Curse debuff (unreliable) |
| 6 | Cutlass | C | 2/10 | No special, low damage |
Yoru dominates PvP because its range advantage means you hit opponents before they can hit you. The Black Slash special creates zoning pressure that forces opponents into unfavorable positions. Wado Ichimonji's fast recovery makes it the best sword for reactive PvP where you need to attack and defend in rapid succession.
PvE Sword Rankings
PvE sword rankings prioritize AoE damage for mob farming and sustained damage for boss fights. These factors determine clearing speed and boss kill efficiency.
| PvE Rank | Sword | Tier | PvE Score | Key PvE Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yoru | S | 10/10 | Best damage + range + AoE |
| 2 | Shusui | A | 9/10 | Spinning Slash mob clearing |
| 3 | Soul Solid | B | 8/10 | Lifesteal sustain for solo |
| 4 | Wado Ichimonji | A | 7/10 | Safe boss poking |
| 5 | Sandai Kitetsu | B | 6/10 | Curse debuff for group bosses |
| 6 | Cutlass | C | 2/10 | Replace immediately |
Shusui ranks second for PvE because Spinning Slash clears mob groups faster than any non-Yoru sword. Soul Solid ranks third because lifesteal provides sustain that eliminates healing downtime during solo boss encounters. Sandai Kitetsu provides team value in group boss farming through the curse defense reduction debuff.
For detailed farming strategies for each sword, see our Sword Drop Locations guide. For the best sword per mode, check our PvP and PvE sword guide.
FAQ
What is the best sword in Legacy Piece? Yoru is the best sword in Legacy Piece, ranked S tier with the highest damage, longest range, and the powerful Black Slash special ability. Yoru drops from Mihawk at approximately 1 percent per kill.
Which sword should I use before getting Yoru? Use Wado Ichimonji for PvP and Shusui for PvE before obtaining Yoru. Wado Ichimonji's fast recovery makes it the best PvP sword, while Shusui's Spinning Slash makes it the best mob farming sword. Soul Solid is also strong for solo boss fights due to its lifesteal.
Is Sandai Kitetsu worth buying? Yes, Sandai Kitetsu is worth buying at level 50 as your first upgrade from Cutlass. The 50,000 Beli cost is affordable, and the damage increase over Cutlass is significant. The curse debuff also provides team value in boss farming groups.
How do the sword tiers compare to fruit tiers? S tier swords like Yoru are comparable in impact to S tier fruits like Goro and Hie-Hie. Both define the meta and appear in top-tier builds. However, Devil Fruits generally provide more combat utility than swords, so prioritize obtaining a good fruit before investing heavily in sword upgrades.
What is the sword upgrade path in Legacy Piece? The sword upgrade path follows: Cutlass (starter) to Sandai Kitetsu (50K Beli, level 50) to Wado Ichimonji or Shusui (level 100-200) to Yoru (Mihawk drop, level 500). Soul Solid can substitute at any point if you prefer lifesteal sustain. Each upgrade provides a noticeable power spike.
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