For a standard attack, the Greatsword is better against low-AC foes, while the Greataxe is better against very high-AC foes. With advantage, the Greatsword and Greataxe perform relatively the same vs. low-AC foes. Finally, with the third tier of Brutal Critical, the Greataxe pulls ahead.
How much damage does a greatsword do?
Greatsword
| Name | Cost | Damage |
|---|---|---|
| Greatsword | 50 gp | 2d6 slashing |
Is a Zweihander a greatsword?
In its developed form, the Zweihänder acquired the characteristics of a polearm rather than a sword due to their large size and weight and therefore increased range and striking power. Consequently, it was not carried in a sheath but across the shoulder like a halberd.
What’s the best greatsword in Monster Hunter world?
[Top 7] MHW Best Greatsword
- Black Fatalis Blade.
- Safi’s Shattersplitter.
- Lightbreak Blade.
- Acid Shredder.
- Immovable Dharma.
- Wyvern Ignition Impact.
- Chrome Deathscythe.
Does Greatsword have reach?
All the reach weapons are considered reach because they are 5 feet long or longer. A greatsword is not 5 feet long except in anime. A greatsword is not 5 feet long except in anime….Greatsword with Reach.
| Part | Length (inches) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Hilt | 12.375 inches | 31.4325 cm |
| Pommel | 3.25 inches | 8.255 |
| Total length | 57.14 inches | 144.145 inches |
Which is better the greataxe or the greatsword?
The problem is that this advantage that the Greataxe has over the Greatsword, only comes into play when a Barbarian and/or Half-Orc rolls a critical hit. A critical hit is rare on its own and for the Greataxe to outperform the Greatsword, you need a specific class/race.
Which is better a barbarian’s brutal critical or a greataxe?
As mentioned in Netzach’s answer, a barbarian’s brutal critical is better when used with a 1d12 weapon instead of a 2d6 weapon. However, he doesn’t account for the probability of a critical hit.
What kind of damage does a greataxe do?
Rolling 4d6 (or in this case 5d6) will give you a good chance of doing decent damage. On a greataxe doing 2d12 (or 3d12) there is still a realistic chance of getting less than 6 damage. Of course that is why fighting styles like great weapon fighting exist.
Which is better a greatsword or a half orc?
The Half-Orc’s Savage Attacks feature accelerates the usefulness of the Greataxe under Brutal Critical. While a Half-Orc is still better using a Greatsword until Level 9, they can make the trade to Greataxe sooner without losing damage. The Greataxe is already viable for a Half-Orc at Level 9 if they’re using Reckless Attack:
