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Arsenal Weaponry FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I craft my first weapon?
Gather iron, diamond, or netherite ingots, then use a crafting table with the appropriate recipe for your desired weapon type (sword, hammer, spear, etc.). Each weapon has a unique recipe layout, so check your crafting guide or JEI for the exact pattern.
What's the difference between a spear and a javelin?
Spears are melee weapons you hold and thrust at enemies, while javelins are throwable projectiles that deal damage on impact and can be retrieved afterward. Javelins are better for hit-and-run tactics, while spears excel in sustained close combat.
Can I use Arsenal weapons with Better Combat?
Yes, Arsenal Weaponry is designed to work alongside Better Combat, which changes how you swing and hit with all weapons including Arsenal's new types. The two mods complement each other for enhanced combat mechanics.
Do Arsenal weapons work with enchantments?
Yes, all Arsenal weapons can be enchanted using an enchanting table or anvil with enchanted books. They support standard Minecraft enchantments like Sharpness, Knockback, and Sweeping Edge, as well as enchantments from mods like RUNIC: Enchants.
What materials can I use to make weapons?
You can craft Arsenal weapons from iron, diamond, and netherite using standard recipes. If you have Re-Enforced Metals installed, you can also make weapons from steel, platinum, and rose gold for additional options.
Are hammers and battle axes the same thing?
No, they're different weapon types with distinct stats and attack patterns. Hammers typically have wider area-of-effect damage, while battle axes focus on raw damage per hit; experiment with both to see which fits your playstyle.
Can I use daggers for dual-wielding?
Daggers are designed as single-handed weapons and can be held in your main hand or offhand depending on your mod setup and combat mod configuration. Check your specific mod combination to see if dual-wielding is supported.
Do the new arrows work with any bow?
Yes, the special arrows added by Arsenal Weaponry work with any bow in the game, including vanilla bows and modded bows. They provide different effects and behaviors compared to standard arrows.
Will Arsenal Weaponry slow down my game?
Arsenal Weaponry is optimized to have minimal performance impact, but combining it with many other mods (especially Better Combat and magical mods) may affect FPS depending on your system. Test your modpack on your hardware to check performance.
What's the best weapon for fighting bosses?
This depends on the boss and your playstyle—long swords offer balanced damage and reach, hammers provide crowd control, and spears give you distance and thrust attacks. Experiment with different weapons and enchantments to find what works best against specific bosses.