Halberd

The Halberd is an Uncommon two-handed weapon that introduces players to the Crude damage and Strength scaling archetype. With 310 Crude power and B-tier Strength scaling, it offers a fundamentally different combat experience compared to Slash-based weapons like sabers and greatswords. Crude damage excels against armored targets and enemies with high Slash resistance, making the Halberd a valuable addition to any adventurer who needs to diversify their damage portfolio. Its long reach also allows you to strike enemies from a safer distance than most melee weapons provide.

Halberds in Windrose feature a distinctive moveset that combines thrusting and sweeping attacks, giving them both single-target and area-of-effect capabilities. The standard Halberd showcases these mechanics in their purest form, without the additional effects that Rare variants introduce. This makes it an excellent training weapon for learning halberd spacing, combo timing, and stamina management. The B Strength scaling rewards early stat investment, and players building toward Strength-focused endgame builds will find the Halberd a capable companion through the mid-game.

As a stepping stone to the Rare halberds, the standard Halberd prepares you for the specialized mechanics of the Sturdy Halberd, Executioner, and Plague Halberd. Each of these upgrades builds upon the same Crude and Strength foundation while adding unique passive effects that cater to different playstyles. Players should experiment with the basic Halberd to determine whether they prefer raw damage output, kill-based stacking mechanics, or Corruption-based burst damage before committing their resources. The Halberd is straightforward, reliable, and effective, serving as a solid foundation for any Strength build in Windrose.