Battle Axe vs Knife
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The numbers say
Battle Axe hits harder per shot — 55 vs 40 (a 15 point gap).
Knife fires faster — roughly 1.7 shots/sec vs 1.4 for Battle Axe.
On theoretical sustained DPS (damage ÷ time between shots, ignoring falloff and reload), Battle Axe comes out ahead at ~79/s vs ~67/s for Knife.
Knife is the cheaper unlock (20 Keys vs 50 Keys).
| Stat | Battle Axe | Knife |
|---|---|---|
| Category | melee | melee |
| Cost | 50 Keys | 20 Keys |
| Damage | 55 | 40 |
| Fire Rate | 0.70s | 0.60s |
| Ammo | — | — |
| Reload | — | — |
Battle Axe
The Battle Axe is a weapon which is designed to dominate melee encounters. While its sheer power comes at the cost of reduced movement speed, skilled players can leverage its strengths to great effect in both offensive and defensive scenarios.
Knife
The Knife is a close-quarters Standard weapon known for its ability to one shot an opponent. It is typically effective for unexpected, sneaky attacks or finishing off opponents. Its versatility and unpredictability in various combat scenarios make it a valuable tool for players looking to outsmart their enemies in close-range encounters.