// weapon comparison

Obsidian Swordfish vs Venom Staff

Melee weapons · post-golem tier

Stat-by-stat

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StatObsidian SwordfishVenom Staff
Damage7044
Use time20 ticks30 ticks
Crit chance20%4%
Knockback6.57
Defense018
Mana cost025
Shoot speed414
Sells for 20 1 40

When to use which

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Pick Obsidian Swordfish if…
  • You want higher raw damage per hit (70 vs 44).
  • You prefer faster use time (20 ticks vs 30).
  • You're stacking crit-chance gear (+16% over Venom Staff).
  • Pure DPS matters most — Obsidian Swordfish wins by 160 DPS.
Pick Venom Staff if…

Frequently asked

Which deals more DPS: Obsidian Swordfish or Venom Staff? +

Obsidian Swordfish averages 252.0 DPS with crit. Venom Staff averages 91.5 DPS with crit. Obsidian Swordfish is ahead by 160.5 DPS.

Are Obsidian Swordfish and Venom Staff from the same progression tier? +

Yes — both belong to the post-golem tier.