Ranking EVERY Sword in Smash Bros 

I like how excited he was about the monado being a lightsaber but didn't mention pyra's aegis sword being a *flamethrower*

The most hilarious part about Corrin’s Yato is that in all it’s other forms, it’s pretty basic, with sometimes some color slapped onto it, but the moment it becomes the Omega version, it goes full berserk mode and I love it

I love how Corrin gets a sick chainsaw sword only to use for like, two moves.

In a vacuum, Pyra's sword is a bit ridiculous, but the fact that they made the design reflect how Pyra gets all of her power from what is essentially Mythra's exhaust makes it unparalleled. One of the few things that shoots up multiple tiers with context

I love how much Nick is squeezing out of Smash Ultimate. The game itself has been pretty much completely explored, both competitively, as well as in the modding and casual communities. Nick goes above and beyond to find the little things that most people wouldn't even think about. Even though you are wrong in your opinions (/s), this was a fun video!

Parallel Falchion #1 since Lucina calls it the Pointy Demon Spanker

Doesn't matter if Roy's sword only looks A tier, it gives you +5 Defense and Res when you hold it.

Follow-up idea: Add the swords for the rest of the Mii Swordfighter costumes to the list, 'cuz there's some really cool and really dumb ideas in there.

Watching this as someone who knows sword design, a lot of these are surprisingly functional.

The Falchion sword is a bit cooler knowing it's the fang of a dragon fastened to a hilt but that's getting further into lore territory

Monado at the top? Ok this video is correct

Maybe D can stand for Daggers, the baby version of a sword

I can’t believe that a literal blade with massive fire coming out doesn’t even beat a couple of grey pixels.

Mythra's sword also splits into a lightsaber when actually used.

"i don't like how kirby's sword is so curvy" MY BROTHER IN CHRIST, THAT'S SUPOSSED TO BE A BOOMERANG WITH A HANDLE

Kirby's final cutter (which isn't actually even a sword) placed higher than the keyblade lmao, I love that

Kirby’s size is actually much taller due to Forgotten Land establishing Kirby’s height compared to human measurements.

“Sword made of swords” sums up the entire Terraria melee playthrough

I love Shulk’s sword tbh. Sleek, simple yet eye catching

I'm biased because I'm an Ike main, but Ragnell's dull gold blade and black hilt is just too cool a color combo. It's my favorite sword by far!

Monado getting the respect it deserves

Another cool thing about the sword of the creator is that it seemingly gets set on fire during certain instances. A whip sword made from the bones of a dragon that sets on fire

I agree, Monado is Sex, also the fact that evolves into Sex II and III.

Honestly, can't believe master sword lost against diamond sword

Keyblade: "I would look so stupid holding this next to a bunch of people with actual swords" Minecraft pixel swords: "I would look so badass holding these"

Hot take; Cloud's "Sword" looks more like a sharpened slab of metal than an actual usable blade. And the hilt just makes it look dinky.

the editor does not understand how cool things made of cubes are

Cloud's sword will always be s tier for, and here's why! One time, when I was playing Smash, my dad took made a comment on Cloud's sword, calling it the 'surfboard knife'. HILARIOUS 😂

Very cool video! Wish that you included the Pits since you had Kirby's cutter blade on the list. Their bows are basically double-wielding blades when they go melee with them and they have a lot more melee attacks with the blades(?) than Kirby does with the cutter blade. Then again, Joker's dagger or knife isn't on the list and it was a fun video either way

Note: 99 percent chance Nick has not played any of the games these swords came from 💀 Edit: I forgot you have finished Xenoblade 1 🐒

Editor has all the correct opinions. Incredibly based FE3H enjoyer.

I dunno if Kirby’s Final Cutter even counts as a sword - in the original games, the Cutter ability is primarily a ranged boomerang weapon, and the melee capabilities aren’t always present with the ability.

Would be cool to see you rank the abilities and powers of smash fighters in a vacuum, as in how cool they would be if slapped on to a superhero

While I can see the case for not taking lore and backstory into account when it comes to rating, I think specifically for the designs it should be looked at nonetheless. The Master Sword is improved immensely by the iconography worked into it for example, and Pyra's sword having a flaming blade is a very neat way to alude to other things in the series, namely the similarities between Aegises and Monados as well as her fire ultimately just being the residual energy from Mythras light. Essentially what I'm saying is, especially when it comes to symbols and the like, the background is what makes that design or detail cool, because it gives it meaning. The dragon insignia is cool because it resembles a dragon and dragons are cool. But if you don't know what a dragon is, that symbol can look like just a bunch of lines. The same applies to the Triforce.

Notable swords from other franchises: Mario: In Mario RPG, Exor is a giant, living sword. It's not one that Mario necessarily wields, but it's a sword in a Mario game, at least. Pit/Dark Pit: They're more _blades_ than _swords,_ but their bows are still notable. Snake: He didn't wield it himself, but Raiden has the HF Blade/Murasama. Pokemon Trainer: Depends on if you want to count other Pokemon. Sonic: I'm not joking, and some of you may remember, but Sonic and the Black Knight was a thing. Also, Sonic Frontiers. Caliburn/Excalibur is a sword with a face that later loses it and gets a godly aura that's *also* a sword around it. Not a bad sword. Villager: Can technically own the Master Sword, but it's already listed several times already, sooooooo Mega Man: You can't *not* mention the Z-Saber. While you might say "Hey, that's Zero's sword!" and be technically right, it's worth noting that Mega Man X has wielded it as well, and he is essentially just an upgraded Mega Man. Greninja: how did you miss him he literally uses water swords Palutena: It's worth noting that Kid Icarus has other weapons that are very sword-like, but aren't as notable due to there being too many to consider. Bayonetta: A similar case to Kid Icarus, where she definitely has some swords and sword-like weapons, but are moreso for quantity than quality. Inkling: There's actually a weapon called the "Splatana", which is fairly self explanatory. Simon/Richter: The Valmanway, wielded by Alucard, is a notable weapon, being the best out of many in their series. Isabelle: More on Animal Crossing, there's actually a few sword furniture items available, and even one equippable for the player, being the sword in a scabbard. So it's surprisingly not off the table for Animal Crossing characters to be wielding a sword. Just hope that you don't find Isabelle with one. Joker: "Lemme see what you have!" "A knife!" "NO!" Banjo & Kazooie: The series was originally going to be "Dream: Land of Giants", featuring Edson, who wielded a sword. Sora: There are several different keyblades available to Sora, though they all go along similar, *goofy* lines, plus occasionally being a little over the top. Aside from a few other things like other equippable swords in other games (Zelda's Fierce Deity Sword, Minecraft's Netherite Sword plus enchantments, Fire Emblem and other franchises' different equippable swords), there isn't much else to say. Definitely some notable ones here that could've been mentioned, though. _..seriously though, how did you miss greninja? he was literally designed for smash, and had swords/kunais in his design, and they're even counted as swords in smash's damage types, and yet you leave him out like he's just a wet shiek. you will regret this day, TCNick3._

I have to add that Kirbys Up B is not a Sword ability (except in Amazing Mirror, where he uses his usual sword for it) but a Cutter Ability (his boomerang hat). That is, why it has this curved form.

The reason why the Ragnell sword looks like that is because it's meant to be heavy, it also has a twin sword that looks the same except that one is silver. I thought it would go in A tier at least.

13:29 "are you compensating for something?" -The guy that put the Buster Sword in SS tear, 2023. LMAO

Always nice to see the Monodo getting the love it deserves.

I didn’t realize how much more enjoyable editor makes these videos until 5:33 lmfao “it’s a sword” got me

How tf is pikmen swords💀💀💀

I agree that the diamond sword is tacky and goofy af, but A: it's funny and B: you can't deny that it's probably the most or second most iconic sword in all of gaming after the master sword, so I agree with nick's ranking of it

As someone who got into the Xenoblade series this year, I appreciate your rankings Nick on Shulk’s Monado and Pyra and Mythra’s Aegis Swords. Also Sword of The Creator will always be awesome!

It's okay, the Kingdom Key is just the beginning weapon. Check out the other key blades!

Mii sword fighter has a lot of swords to choose

The xenoblade swords (all 3) and the buster sword are peak

Toon Link's Master Sword is the same Master Sword as the one used by the Hero in Skyward Sword and the one in BotW. It's just drawn in a different art style

As a HUGE Kingsom Hearts fan, I’ve gotta say, I am COMPLETELY disappointed…that you’re exactly right about the keyblade 😭 there’s a reason in the games I switch as soon as I get a new keyblade 😂

Definitely agree with editor Tam here, judging by look and coolness, holding a bright blocky blue sword doesn't seem at all cool and all the other Minecraft ones are the exact same tier for me, which is D Also, "I'm sorry for what I have to do to the Master Sword" *puts it in S*

This is a tier list I can’t find myself arguing with cause it’s just kinda perfect

1:46 "we're ignoring lore here. I know this is one of the most hype swords in all of gaming... BUT..." no come on don't do me like this "... it's for a reason" ok good. Why did you phrase it like that? You gave me a mini heart attack for no reason

The editor represented all of us with your opinions on the Minecraft swords.

Very well, Nick. Fantastic sword tier list, agree with nearly every take. However, now it is time to rank all guns and blasters.

This is really what i needed in my life! Thank you Nick.

"thats every sword ranked from sex to D tier" not a line i was expecting to hear today but sure

Love seeing more unique stuff from Nick. I know he's done tier lists in the past but not like one where he just says, I like this one because I just do. W

I think Nick would be cool with all the pre-schoolers with his S-Rating of those minecraft swords😂

It doesn't matter whether it's a regular video or a tier list for something completely random, Nick's videos just never fail to be extremely entertaining

“This sword will make you look dumb unless you’re seven.” -guy who put multiple Minecraft swords in s tier

Thanks for the chill video, i needed this today❤

love to see smash content from nick especially smash content that doesn't include smash content

Hey Nick, great video! Move the Diamond Sword out of S tier or I’ll quit

Note about Kirby's Ultra Sword: Yes it's a massive sword, but it's massive compared to Kirby. And remember, Kirby characters are very small, so the Ultra Sword is actually quite small.

The fact that he did Kirby's up b is hilarious to me because it's actually not a sword at all, it's a boomerang blade that detaches from a hat. Also I know lore isn't talked about in the tier list, but the Ultra Sword also grows with power so the more strength you use, the bigger and more powerful the sword gets.

Levin sword beneath iron sword??? If a perk of monado is light saber, a perk of levin sword is lightning slinger 😭

Ah yes the best sword in the game. K A Z O O I E

You gotta think, those Minecraft swords have super thick blades. Make that out of diamonds and you can see why it’s an easy S tier. It’s got that chopping power like the Buster sword

the Ganondorf sword is from the Darknuts, first use was in a trailer for a darker themed LOZ after the OOT then MM but then came Wind Waker, now to keep their word, they made Twilight Princess and gave these big heavy swords to Darknuts, they even hold them in 1 hand

10:31 you know you have a good sword when he needs to apologize and debate about ONLY putting it in S tier 😂

I will take that Master Sword rating, its not too flashy but still clean

The reason why I main Shulk and made my own mini Monado

The manado has a secret art called “expand”

I love sword tier

You should rate other Final Fantasy Swords, you will like them just as much

Yeah, Ragnell with the rounder tip is dumb, it's supposed to be a more angular diamond-shaped head which honestly works _so_ much better.

The keyblade may be goofy looking, but that's just the kingdom key, Sora's default keyblade. If you some real good keyblades, look at oathkeeper, oblivion, pumpkin head, olympia, two become one, there's Terra's keyblade (I forgot the name), for every goofy keyblade like 'favorite deputy' you get sick as hell keyblades like the one you get wheel of fate or ultima.

Mythra's sword not being activated robs it of half of its coolness. Look at it with the blade turned on and tell me that isn't epic. Also, look at the Monado's second form. That thing SLAPS.

Finally. A tier list I've actually been wanting to see. The Key Blade is not a sword. That is an _axe!_ Similarly, Pyra's sword isn't really a sword either. It's a vaguely sword-shaped flamethrower.

Great video, would love to see more like this.

6:57: that is just the key to Disneyland don't lie to me

Nick always hits with the W uploads

You should do a tier list on the assist trophies

dude your upload schedule is going crazy right now good job

“It reminds me of the Middle East” “shows Egypt”

Monado at the top is the only correct answer

I'd like to see Shadiversity's take, even though he's talked about a few of these individually. So many of these aren't "clean", but are in fact mall ninja weapons. I bet Marth's sword and the DQ8 sword would rank toward the very top since they have a lot of practicality and subtle style. Mythra's sword would be impossible to swing around without poking yourself with it. Shulk's may stay up there due to being a lightsaber, depending how heavy the big red frame is. Byleth's sword would be really great if it didn't turn into a whip, there's no way anyone could actually swing it around without killing themselves. Plus if you actually did hit someone with it, the whole thing would tangle up on itself and be totally useless. IDK what the appeal is on any of the minecraft weapons, but they're just basic short swords with a swapped palette. Plus you'd look like a goofy kid holding up a pixelated sword. Easy F tier, right next to the Keyblade, Kirby's swords, and young Link's swords.

Bro, editor always kills it, props my king 💎

i'm glad i as able to see the return of the tier lists, feeling a bit nostalgic here

Byleth's sword is easily the best one in my opinion. Whips are already much cooler then swords imo even though swords are very cool so combining the two is just perfection.

"I would look stupid holding [the keyblade] as a soldier in an army." >Puts a pixel sword in S tier >Puts the goofy-ass-looking Monado ABOVE THE BUSTER SWORD

There's some irony to this tier list where he puts the keyblade in d, but the monodo in the highest tier. It doesn't even look like a blade. (I'm talking about the sword without the beam and the sights).

Monado on the highest end of the spectrum is obvious, but most of the Kirby swords being on the lower ends is funny given how Shulk & Kirby are canonically the most powerful characters on the roster. Shulk being a Godslayer & Kirby being an intergalactic threat. Monado is what a star wars lightsaber is but 100x times better

If you'd like to see why Nick is wrong on all accounts, check out literally any SwordTuber. Personally like Skallagrim, who does a lot of overanalyzing media and sword designs for how useful they'd be.

I think we can all agree that Steve's diamond sword is the hypest sword in the game

2:14 I am dying, bro things cutter is a sword, that's a boomerang blade

I'm curious if TCNIck has even *played* Xenoblade for his massive bias for it. I'm not even too mad; my Keyblade got nerfed to the ground for "not actually being a sword", but the Buster Sword, Fusion Swords, and Masamune made SS Tier, so fair.

"Wrong but ok" editor Tam funniest editor

i think the master sword is absolutely perfect. it looks strong, but not in like a huge and obvious and obnoxious way like the buster sword, fusion sword, and masamune. it's elegant, beautiful, and a perfect blend between magical and realistic. it's great for a medieval army general to wield as he leads his soldiers into battle, whether it's against an enemy kingdom or a legion of evil monsters. if you see someone with this sword, you dont wannt mess with them because they will likely fuck you up. it's not too fancy to where it's silly, and the wielder wont look like they have it just because it's expensive. it looks like something an actual sword master would use. im not just saying this as a zelda fan, or as a gamer in general, but rather as a writer and director.

To make my case for why Ragnell has the bulge at the tip, it helps weigh the blade down to make the swings stronger and more impactful, you feel that weight most in Ike’s F-Smash

Great video, I had a lot of fun with this one. How about hammer tier list?