By Jay / / Games

If you’re having trouble clearing out the mines or dealing with fast-moving enemies in The Forge, choosing the right weapon speed can make a huge difference. Some weapons hit hard but swing slow, while others trade raw damage for speed, letting you strike more often and stay safe. Also check out our Roblox The Forge Beginner Guide for those interested and the Race Tier List.

This guide breaks down the fastest weapons in the game based on their attack speed and helps you understand which weapon type fits your playstyle. Each weapon category has its own strengths, but if you’re looking for pure speed, certain choices stand out. Below is a look at the weapon types and their speeds so you can compare them easily.

How Weapon Upgrades Work

To make any weapon stronger, you’ll rely on two NPCs:

  • Enhancer Upgrades your weapon using Gold and Essence. Reaching +3 unlocks Rune slots for weapons that start with none.
  • Runemaker Allows you to equip Runes. Runes can boost stats, add effects, or enhance your damage.

1. Daggers – Fastest Class in the Game

If you want pure speed, daggers are unmatched. All daggers swing at 0.32–0.35 seconds, making them the fastest weapons overall.

  • Gladius Daggers
    DMG: 5
    Speed: 0.32 sec (fastest weapon in the entire game)
    Range: 6
  • Dagger / Hook / Falchion Knife
    DMG: 5
    Speed: 0.35 sec
    Range: 6

With speed this high, daggers allow constant hits, fast reactions, and smooth clearing in early zones.

2. Straight Swords – Balanced Speed Choice

Straight Swords swing at 0.5 seconds, giving a good mix of speed and consistent damage. Weapons like the Rapier, Cutlass, and Falchion Sword all fall into this category.

3. Gauntlets – Close-Range Speed

Gauntlets hit faster than most melee categories except daggers.

  • Ironhand – 0.5 sec
  • Boxing Gloves – 0.59 sec
  • Relevator – 0.69 sec

They’re quick, close-range, and great for aggressive players.

4. Other Weapon Types

  • Katanas: 0.6–0.63 sec
  • Great Axes: ~1 sec
  • Great Swords / Colossal Weapons: 1.1–1.4 sec

These heavier weapons deal more damage but are far from the “fastest” category.

So… What Is the Fastest Weapon in The Forge?

The Gladius Daggers are the single fastest weapon in the game at 0.32 seconds per attack. They deal low damage per hit, but their speed makes them amazing for applying effects, stacking Runes, and shredding weaker enemies. If you want something fast that still offers solid damage, Straight Swords and Gauntlets are strong alternatives.

Tips for Faster Combat

  • Combine fast weapons with Attack Speed, Crit Chance, or Lethality Runes.
  • Use lighter weapons early to stay safe and upgrade into stronger ones later.
  • Don’t forget to equip armor—speed is useless if you can’t survive enemy hits.

Speed matters more than you might think in The Forge, and picking the right weapon can completely change how smooth your runs feel. Whether you prefer the unmatched quickness of daggers or a balanced option like Straight Swords, stick to weapons that fit your style and upgrade them whenever possible. With the right setup, clearing tunnels and defeating zombies becomes much more manageable.

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