Pole (2nd Form)
Pole (2nd Form) is a Legendary sword that was once a popular choice in many early combat builds due to its strong stun potential and relatively early availability.
While its crowd-control capabilities can still be useful, the sword has not aged well compared to newer options. It requires high mastery, suffers from significant endlag, and has poor attack range, making it less reliable in modern PvP and PvE content.
These limitations become more noticeable as players progress through the game. Although Pole (2nd Form) can still function as a combo tool, many swords offer better damage, greater range, and more consistent performance with fewer drawbacks.
As a result, weapons such as Dragon Trident and Cursed Dual Katana are generally preferred, as they provide stronger overall performance while being easier to use effectively.
Obtainment:
Pole (2nd Form) is obtained by bringing Pole (1st Form) into the Rough Sea and getting struck by lightning while holding the weapon. Upon a successful strike, the sword automatically transforms into its upgraded form.
When the transformation occurs, the following message appears:
"Your <Pole (1st Form)> has transformed upon reacting with the lightning... You obtained <Pole (2nd Form)>."
Unlike most weapon upgrades, obtaining Pole (2nd Form) does not require a quest or boss fight. Instead, players must rely on the unique lightning mechanic found in the Rough Sea, making it one of the more unusual sword upgrade methods in the game.
Pole (2nd Form)
Strengths & Weaknesses
A quick breakdown of where this build shines and struggles.
Strengths
High stun and damage output.
Can hit Rubber users unlike Lightning-based abilities.
Works well with Sword, Fruit, Gun, and Hybrid builds.
Strong combo potential.
Both moves break Instinct.
Very easy to obtain once Pole V1 is owned.
Hand of God [Z] provides a powerful stun.
Hand of God [Z] is an excellent combo starter.
Electric Prison [X] is a strong combo follow-up.
Electric Prison [X] has a decent hitbox.
One of the best support swords for PvP in the First and Second Sea.
Weaknesses
Cannot damage Sea Beasts.
Cannot damage Blade users.
Slow M1 attack speed.
High mastery requirement (350).
No mobility abilities.
Both moves have relatively short range.
Hand of God [Z] only breaks Instinct when it connects with the ground or another surface.
Electric Prison [X] has low range.
Electric Prison [X] is heavily dependent on landing Hand of God [Z] first.
Limited effectiveness outside of combo-based playstyles.
Verdict
Pole (2nd Form) is a PvP-focused Legendary sword built around stuns and combo setups. Its combination of high damage, Instinct-breaking abilities, and reliable crowd control makes it one of the strongest support swords available during the First and Second Sea. A powerful stun-based PvP sword with excellent combo potential and high damage, making it one of the best support weapons for aggressive players.
Abilities
15,
10,and
12Performs a four-hit staff combo with strong forward reach.
Delivers a stab, followed by two swipes and a lunging finisher.
Provides good range and consistent damage.
Useful for basic pressure and combo extensions.
Fires multiple lightning beams toward the target area.
Launches three lightning beams in quick succession.
Deals AoE damage to enemies near the impact points.
Stuns enemies hit by the attack.
Effective for ranged pressure and combo starters.
Creates an electric sphere that traps nearby enemies.
Summons an electric field at the cursor's location.
Pulls enemies toward the center of the sphere.
Applies a stun effect, making follow-up attacks easier.
Excellent for crowd control and combo setups.
Performs a four-hit staff combo with strong forward reach.
Delivers a stab, followed by two swipes and a lunging finisher.
Provides good range and consistent damage.
Useful for basic pressure and combo extensions.
Fires multiple lightning beams toward the target area.
Launches three lightning beams in quick succession.
Deals AoE damage to enemies near the impact points.
Stuns enemies hit by the attack.
Effective for ranged pressure and combo starters.
Creates an electric sphere that traps nearby enemies.
Summons an electric field at the cursor's location.
Pulls enemies toward the center of the sphere.
Applies a stun effect, making follow-up attacks easier.
Excellent for crowd control and combo setups.
Upgrade
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Update Logs
- Major Changes
- Changed the obtainment method for Pole (2nd Form).
- Major Changes
- Revamped the model of Pole (2nd Form).
- Ability Changes
- Reworked [Z] Hand of God
- Reworked [X] Electric Prison
- Released Pole (2nd Form).