Greatsword

The Greatsword is the signature weapon of the Vanguard: a massive two-handed blade, and the only one the class can carry. What it asks for is both hands, which is the whole of the bargain.

Usage

The Greatsword requires both hands, meaning the Vanguard cannot equip a shield while wielding it. That trade is the whole of the class: no off-hand armor to fall back on, and a prayer bar that has to make up the difference.

How to Obtain

• Starting equipment: Every new Vanguard begins with a Greatsword.
• Merchant: The Merchant may stock the Greatsword.

Tips

• What it buys is the two-handed swing and the class that wields it.
• Without a shield, prioritize armor from other gear slots to stay alive.
• Paired with the abilities the Vanguard brings, it clears goblins quickly, which makes it a fine weapon for farming XP.
• Only the Vanguard class can equip this weapon.