Flail
Flail (formerly known as Jitte) is a Rare sword that offers a straightforward combat style without requiring complex mechanics to use effectively.
While it can be used for general combat and progression, the sword is not particularly known for dominating any specific area of the game. Its performance is generally average, making it a serviceable option for players who obtain it but not a weapon that is commonly prioritized over stronger alternatives.
Flail is best viewed as a mid-tier sword that can support players during progression, though it is often replaced by weapons with better damage, utility, or combo potential as players advance.
Obtainment:
The Flail can be obtained after defeating Smoke Admiral in Hot and Cold.
Flail
Strengths & Weaknesses
A quick breakdown of where this build shines and struggles.
Strengths
High mobility compared to most First Sea swords.
Can blind enemies, making fights more difficult for opponents.
Good stun utility.
Smoke Tiger [Z] works as a decent combo extender.
Smoke Apparition [X] breaks Instinct.
Smoke Apparition [X] is excellent for mobility, repositioning, and escaping.
Decent hitboxes make abilities reasonably consistent to land.
Useful support sword for setting up follow-up attacks.
Weaknesses
Cannot damage Blade-type users.
Limited combo potential compared to stronger swords.
Low overall damage output.
Performs poorly in aerial combat.
Smoke Tiger [Z] can be difficult to land consistently.
Smoke Apparition [X] often struggles to deal its full damage.
Relies more on utility than damage.
Verdict
Flail is a utility-focused sword that prioritizes mobility and disruption over raw damage. Its ability to blind enemies, provide stuns, and break Instinct gives it some niche PvP value, while Smoke Apparition [X] offers excellent movement and escape potential.
However, its low damage and limited combo potential prevent it from competing with stronger PvP swords. While it can be annoying to fight against, it lacks the offensive power needed to remain relevant for long-term progression.
Abilities
10,and
15Performs a four-hit flail combo with a mobile finisher.
Delivers three quick swipes followed by a dashing strike.
Provides consistent close-range damage.
Useful for chasing opponents and extending combos.
Launches a tiger-shaped blast of smoke toward the target.
Travels a long distance before dissipating.
Deals damage while briefly stunning enemies.
Applies a blind effect, reducing enemy visibility.
Effective for initiating fights and disrupting opponents.
Teleports to the cursor and engulfs the area in smoke.
Functions as both a mobility tool and offensive attack.
Creates damaging smoke at the starting and ending locations.
Applies blindness to nearby enemies for around 2 seconds.
Excellent for surprise engagements, escapes, and combo setups.
Performs a four-hit flail combo with a mobile finisher.
Delivers three quick swipes followed by a dashing strike.
Provides consistent close-range damage.
Useful for chasing opponents and extending combos.
Launches a tiger-shaped blast of smoke toward the target.
Travels a long distance before dissipating.
Deals damage while briefly stunning enemies.
Applies a blind effect, reducing enemy visibility.
Effective for initiating fights and disrupting opponents.
Teleports to the cursor and engulfs the area in smoke.
Functions as both a mobility tool and offensive attack.
Creates damaging smoke at the starting and ending locations.
Applies blindness to nearby enemies for around 2 seconds.
Excellent for surprise engagements, escapes, and combo setups.
Upgrade
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Update Logs
- Ability Changes
- [Z] Smoke Leopard was renamed to [Z] Smoke Tiger.
- Complete Rework
- Jitte was renamed to Flail.
- The weapon received a visual overhaul.
- Ability Changes
- Jitte's moveset was reworked.
- Major Changes
- Jitte was added to the game.