// weapon comparison
Daedalus Stormbow vs Putrid Scent
Melee weapons · post-plantera tier
Daedalus Stormbow
Melee
winner · higher DPS
DPS with crit: 125
DPS without crit: 120
Putrid Scent
Melee
DPS with crit: 112
DPS without crit: 108
Stat-by-stat
computed| Stat | Daedalus Stormbow | Putrid Scent |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 38 | 43 |
| Use time | 19 ticks | 24 ticks |
| Crit chance | 4% | 4% |
| Knockback | 2.25 | 8 |
| Defense | 8 | 0 |
| Mana cost | 40 | 40 |
| Shoot speed | 12.5 | 15 |
| Sells for | 1 60 | 1 60 |
When to use which
open DPS calculator →Pick Daedalus Stormbow if…
- You prefer faster use time (19 ticks vs 24).
- Pure DPS matters most — Daedalus Stormbow wins by 13.0 DPS.
Pick Putrid Scent if…
- You want higher raw damage per hit (43 vs 38).
Frequently asked
Which deals more DPS: Daedalus Stormbow or Putrid Scent? +
Daedalus Stormbow averages 124.8 DPS with crit. Putrid Scent averages 111.8 DPS with crit. Daedalus Stormbow is ahead by 13.0 DPS.
Are Daedalus Stormbow and Putrid Scent from the same progression tier? +
Yes — both belong to the post-plantera tier.