// weapon comparison
Mouse Cage vs Obsidian Swordfish
Melee weapons · post-golem tier
Mouse Cage
Melee
winner · higher DPS
DPS with crit: 275
DPS without crit: 264
Obsidian Swordfish
Melee
DPS with crit: 252
DPS without crit: 210
Stat-by-stat
computed| Stat | Mouse Cage | Obsidian Swordfish |
|---|---|---|
| Damage | 44 | 70 |
| Use time | 10 ticks | 20 ticks |
| Crit chance | 4% | 20% |
| Knockback | 7 | 6.5 |
| Defense | 18 | 0 |
| Mana cost | 25 | 0 |
| Shoot speed | 14 | 4 |
| Sells for | 1 40 | 20 |
When to use which
open DPS calculator →Pick Mouse Cage if…
- You prefer faster use time (10 ticks vs 20).
- Pure DPS matters most — Mouse Cage wins by 22.6 DPS.
Pick Obsidian Swordfish if…
- You want higher raw damage per hit (70 vs 44).
- You're stacking crit-chance gear (+16% over Mouse Cage).
Frequently asked
Which deals more DPS: Mouse Cage or Obsidian Swordfish? +
Mouse Cage averages 274.6 DPS with crit. Obsidian Swordfish averages 252.0 DPS with crit. Mouse Cage is ahead by 22.6 DPS.
Are Mouse Cage and Obsidian Swordfish from the same progression tier? +
Yes — both belong to the post-golem tier.