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The Forgotten Gladius is a "Meta" weapon for aggressive players. Because it cannot be clashed by standard weapons, it wins trades against faster daggers or swords. Combined with the chip damage on block, it forces opponents to dodge rather than parry, making it easier to predict their movement and land combos.
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: Its primary draw is a high swing speed (originally 0.8, now roughly 0.78), making it effective for players who rely on "M1" pressure and feints. Proponents argue it is a "skill" weapon because the fast swings require precise timing to avoid being parried by experienced opponents.
Uses the default sword critical—a piercing stab with a 1.2x damage multiplier and a 3-second cooldown. It deals posture damage equal to 3x the weapon's weight. Combined with the chip damage on block, it
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The defining feature of the Forgotten Gladius is its ability to bypass the standard "Clash" mechanic and its bonus damage against parrying opponents.