Swords secondary do piercing damage
valheim — Mods & Enhancements
A compact gameplay tweak that changes the damage type of secondary attacks for certain swords to piercing. With 80 endorsements and 1,247 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated mod for players who want more realistic or varied damage mechanics. Last updated in March 2021, so compatibility with newer game versions is unverified.
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Downloads: 1,247 | Endorsements: 80💡 Notes
By anarkopsykotik | v1.3 | 80 endorsements
🎯 Tips & Tricks
Check your game version against the mod's last update (March 2021) to avoid compatibility issues.
Test the mod on a few different swords to see which ones are affected, since the description doesn't list them.
If you use a mod manager, install it through that to keep track of it easily.
🔧 Troubleshooting
Mod not working
Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility
👍 Pros
- Community-tested with 80 endorsements and over 1,200 downloads, so it's got a small but solid following.
- Simple concept that adds a layer of tactical depth—piercing damage can bypass certain armor types.
- Tiny mod, easy to install and remove without messing up your load order.
👎 Cons
- No documentation on which swords are affected—you'll have to test in-game to see what changes.
- Last updated in 2021, so it might not work with the latest game patches or DLC.
- Only changes secondary attacks; if you wanted primary attacks changed too, this isn't for you.