Copper Shortsword

The **Copper Shortsword** is a basic melee weapon in the game Terraria. It is crafted from copper bars and can be used to attack enemies in close combat. Although it is one of the weakest weapons in the game, it is often one of the first weapons a player can obtain, making it a useful tool for early game exploration and combat.

The "Legendary" modifier is generally considered the best for melee weapons, as it provides the maximum possible boost to the sword's damage and critical strike chance.

## Obtaining method

To obtain a **Copper Shortsword** in Terraria, you need to craft it using 7 **Copper Bars** at a **Furnace**. **Copper Ore**, from which the bars are made, can be found in the underground layers of the world, typically in veins or deposits. Once you have the required number of bars, you can craft the **Copper Shortsword** at the **Furnace**, and it will be added to your inventory for use in combat.

## Tips

* The Copper Shortsword is a basic melee weapon that is easy to obtain in the early game.
* It has a relatively short range, so you'll need to get up close to enemies to use it effectively.
* The sword's damage is relatively low compared to other weapons, so you may need to land multiple hits to defeat tougher enemies.
* The Copper Shortsword swings quickly, allowing you to attack rapidly and deal damage to enemies quickly.
* The sword can be combined with various accessories and armor sets to enhance its performance, such as increasing your movement speed or critical strike chance.
* You can also apply modifiers to the Copper Shortsword using a Tinkerer's Workshop and various crafting materials to further enhance its abilities.
* While the Copper Shortsword may be useful early on, you'll likely want to upgrade to stronger weapons as you progress through the game and face tougher enemies.
* Be sure to keep the Copper Shortsword in your inventory or storage chests, as it can be used as a material in crafting other weapons and items later on in the game.

## Trivia

* The Copper Shortsword is one of the weakest weapons in the game, with a base damage of only 5.
* Despite its low damage, the Copper Shortsword can still be useful in the early game due to its fast attack speed and ease of acquisition.
* The Copper Shortsword is one of the few weapons in the game that cannot be obtained by fishing or as a drop from enemies.
* The Copper Shortsword is one of the few weapons in the game that does not require any special crafting stations to make - it can be crafted at a Furnace with just Copper Bars.
* Although the Copper Shortsword is generally considered to be a beginner's weapon, it can be used in combination with other items and accessories to create powerful melee builds.
* In the mobile version of Terraria, the Copper Shortsword has a slightly different appearance, with a more rounded blade and a different hilt design.
* The Copper Shortsword is one of the few weapons in the game that can be used to mine blocks, although it is not very efficient at doing so.
* The Copper Shortsword is one of the earliest weapons that can be used to obtain the Enchanted Sword, a rare and powerful sword that can be found in certain underground biomes.