- Arise Crossover best sword currently comes from the battle pass: the Caliburn / True King weapon line
- You only need roughly 150 battle pass levels, not the full 300, for the sword reward tokens
- Upgrading relics and rings (up to HR rank) multiplies your DPS far more than raw weapon levels
- Use drop chance and cash potions when farming Infernal Castle to fuel upgrades
- Event swords, when available, tend to slightly outscale battle pass weapons
Arise Crossover Best Sword: Current Top Pick
The best sword in Arise Crossover right now is Caliburn, obtained through the seasonal battle pass via special weapon tokens. It completely outscales every other weapon in most players' inventories and turns your DPS from single-letter multipliers into the B-tier range almost immediately after equipping.
Video Highlights:
- Best weapon comes from the battle pass special tokens (Free Excalibur, True King, Unlimited Blade line)
- Battle pass now has 300+ levels, but you only need around 150 for the sword
- Relic upgrades (SR to UR to HR rings) dramatically multiply effective damage
- New sword pushed the creator from ~600 floors to 700+ floors in Infernal Castle
Here is how the top weapon options compare:
| Weapon | Source | Damage Tier | Difficulty to Obtain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caliburn / True King | Battle pass special token | Top-tier (B DPS potential) | Moderate (about 150 BP levels) |
| Unlimited Blade | Battle pass token line | High | Moderate |
| Event swords | Limited-time events | Slightly above battle pass (when active) | Varies by event |
| Standard shop weapons | Guild hall / shop | Mid-tier | Easy but quickly outscaled |
Most players run the wrong weapon. If you are still using standard shop swords past floor 500 in Infernal Castle, you are leaving enormous DPS on the table. Prioritize the battle pass special token path before spending resources elsewhere.
Battle Pass Rewards Breakdown
The battle pass is more than 300 levels deep, and full completion requires significant spending on level skips. The good news: the weapon-related rewards unlock well before the end.
| Battle Pass Level | Reward | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Level 100 | Free title token | Boosts profile stats |
| Level 150 | Free mount token | Mobility upgrade |
| Around level 200 | Special token | Unlocks the sword reward line |
| Level 300 | Full rewards | 400+ tickets claimed along the way |
Key rewards claimed along the way include the Heroic Spirit title, the Caliburn weapon, two special tokens, Free Excalibur, True King, and Unlimited Blade unlocks, plus mount tokens such as Plano and Shadow Scarex.
Free Track Rewards
- Title token at level 100
- Mount token at level 150
- Tickets and misc. boosts
Special Token Line
- Unlocks the best sword rewards
- Caliburn, True King, Unlimited Blade
- Target around level 200
Premium Perks
- Level skips accelerate progress
- Extra tickets (400+ at max)
- Cosmetic mounts and titles
You do not need to complete all 300 levels. Focus progression on reaching the special token threshold, then redirect your currency into weapon and relic upgrades instead of chasing cosmetic end rewards.
Step-by-Step: Unlocking and Upgrading the Best Sword
Follow this sequence to get the best sword online as fast as possible.
Claim Battle Pass Progress
Collect all earned battle pass tiers, level skips, and tokens. Do not leave unclaimed rewards sitting on the track.
Unlock the Special Token Sword
Redeem special tokens to unlock the Caliburn / True King weapon line, then equip it in your weapon slot.
Transfer Skills
Unequip skills from your old weapon and reassign them. The new sword accepts powerful skills like Jungle Monarch Rush, which carries a damage boost on its own.
Upgrade at the Guild Hall
Head to the guild hall and level the weapon. Note that late upgrades may only add a single weapon level per purchase, so spread resources across relics instead of over-leveling one item.
Equip and Rank Relics
Fill every relic slot available, rank rings up through SR, UR, and HR tiers, and unlock extra relic slots through achievements for a large multiplicative DPS gain.
After full setup, expect DPS in the B-letter range, enough to push well past floor 600 in Infernal Castle and approach the 800-floor ceiling that top players currently reach.
Relics, Rings, and DPS Optimization
Relics are the hidden multiplier behind the best sword. Even a maxed Caliburn underperforms without a full relic loadout.
| System | What It Does | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Relic slots | Each equipped relic adds flat damage multipliers | Highest |
| Ring ranks (SR/UR/HR) | Higher ranks unlock more ring effects | High |
| Weapon level | Small linear gains per level | Medium |
| Achievements | Unlock extra relic slots and token cap (e.g., Light Speed time trial: +1 slot, +2K token cap) | High |
| Mythical dust | Upgrade currency for relics, farmed in Infernal Castle | Farm constantly |
Farming mythical dust is the slowest part of endgame progression. Never waste dust on low-rank relics you plan to replace, and unequip relics before upgrading to avoid the current re-equip hassle.
Infernal Castle Farming Route
Infernal Castle is where the best sword proves itself and where you farm the resources to sustain upgrades.
- Start from your highest cleared floor (many players sit around 600)
- Pop a drop chance potion before entering to improve relic drops
- Use a cash potion when you need money for weapon maxing (current cap around level 775)
- Push until clear speed drops off, then bank relics and dust
- Return to achievements and time trials between runs for extra relic slots
Players have reached floor 800 in Infernal Castle. If you are stuck near 600, the gap is usually relic rank and missing achievement slots, not the sword itself.
Best Sword Milestones:
- Reach battle pass level 150+ for the sword token line
- Unlock and equip Caliburn / True King
- Reassign all skills to the new sword
- Fill every available relic slot
- Push Infernal Castle past floor 700
FAQ
Q: What is the best sword in Arise Crossover right now?
The Caliburn / True King sword from the battle pass special token line is the strongest widely available weapon, capable of pushing DPS into the B-tier range once fully supported by relics.
Q: Do I need to complete all 300 battle pass levels?
No. The weapon rewards unlock around the 150-200 level range. Full completion mostly adds cosmetics, mounts, and tickets, so most players should stop and invest elsewhere.
Q: Will event weapons beat the battle pass sword?
When limited-time events are active, event weapons tend to be slightly stronger than battle pass weapons. Since no event is currently running, the battle pass sword is the top option.
Q: Why is my damage still low after getting the best sword?
Weapon level contributes far less than relics and rings. Rank your rings up to HR, fill every relic slot, and complete achievements that unlock additional slots before grinding weapon levels.