Terraria (Wiki): Tin Broadsword

June 25, 2023 Matt

In this page, you will learn everything about the Tin Broadsword. That includes how the weapon works, ways of obtaining, some useful tips and tricks for maximized efficiency, and more.

Everything you need to know

General Information

The Tin Broadsword is an early-game metal broadsword that performs a short-ranged swinging motion in an arc, damaging enemies behind and in front of the player. It is the alternate ore version of the Copper Broadsword.

One enemy can be pierced at a normal range, although an infinite amount is possible should they line up. The Tin Broadsword also has a short reach of three tiles radius. It is incapable of autoswing.

Some weapons emit light while also being capable of inflicting damage against enemies behind a cover, but the Tin Broadsword is not included.

Since the Tin Broadsword can swing above the player, it is viable for flying and jumping enemies. The resulting damage can also be enhanced by consuming any Flask type.

By applying the Legendary modifier, the Tin Broadsword will experience improved stats for the following:

Damage: +15%
Attack Speed: +10%
Critical Strike Chance: +5%
Size: +10%
Knockback: +15%
Tier: +2
Selling Price: +209.85%

Type: Weapon

Type of Weapon: Broadsword

Mode: Pre-Hardmode

Strengths & Weaknesses of the Tin Broadsword

Strengths

Superior to most metal Shortswords.
Okay for low-tier enemies.

Weakness

Outperformed by other Broadswords.

How to get the Tin Broadsword

At an Iron Anvil or Lead Anvil, bring Tin Bar (6 (desktop, mobile, console) / 8 (3DS, old-gen consoles)) to create a Tin Broadsword. It can be crafted as early as Pre-Hardmode.