While the Sword has these specific upgrades, other melee weapons like the Sledgehammer have unique "aura-like" modifiers, such as explosive overhead attacks or stuns. Strategic Importance
You can only equip one of the above "aura" upgrades at a time; purchasing a new one replaces the previous effect. the final stand 2 | melee weapon aura
Sets enemies on fire, dealing significant damage over time (+4000 fire damage). This classifies the weapon as a "fire weapon," allowing its range to be further boosted by the Pyromaniac perk. While the Sword has these specific upgrades, other
Melee builds are often considered highly effective for or specific tank roles in a team. Using the right aura, such as Darkheart for survivability or Firebrand for increased range via perks, can allow a player to solo up to night 15 on Nightmare difficulty with relatively low investment compared to expensive firearms. This classifies the weapon as a "fire weapon,"
Each upgrade gives the blade a unique color or particle effect, making it easy for teammates to identify your role (e.g., Red for Firebrand, Purple/Green for Venomshank).
Inflicts poison on hit, dealing damage over time (+5000 poison) and slowing enemy movement.