Executioner Sword — Complete Guide
⚡ Quick Summary
- ✅ Source: Win the RPS minigame during Judgeman's Deadly Sentencing domain
- ✅ Damage Bonus: +60% (stacks with domain's +30% for up to +90% total)
- ✅ Duration: Remaining domain time (15 seconds from cast)
- ✅ Best For: PvE boss farming — pop domain, win RPS, land Guillotine Execution for massive finisher damage
- ✅ Not Tradeable: The sword only exists during the domain — it cannot be traded or kept permanently
⚔️ What is the Executioner Sword?
The Executioner Sword is a temporary weapon granted exclusively during Judgeman's Deadly Sentencing domain expansion. It is not a permanent inventory item — instead, it appears as a powerful temporary buff that massively amplifies your damage output for the remainder of the domain.
Weapon Details:
- • Type: Temporary Domain Weapon
- • Rarity: Legendary (domain-exclusive)
- • Damage Bonus: +60%
- • Duration: Domain remaining time (~15s max)
- • Tradeable: No
- • Stackable: No (one per domain cast)
Requirements:
- • Innate: Judgeman (Higuruma)
- • Domain: Deadly Sentencing unlocked
- • Domain Shard: 1 required to unlock domain
- • RPS Win: Must win Rock-Paper-Scissors minigame
- • Enemy: Must hit an opponent within domain
⚠️ Important: The Executioner Sword is NOT stored in your inventory. It only exists while Deadly Sentencing is active. If the domain expires or you leave the arena, the sword disappears. You must win the RPS minigame each time you cast the domain.
🎯 How to Get the Executioner Sword
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Equip Judgeman Innate
You must have the Judgeman (Higuruma Hiromi) innate technique active. This is a Special Grade innate obtained through the spin system. See the Judgeman Rework Guide for details.
Step 2: Unlock Deadly Sentencing Domain
You need 1 Domain Shard to unlock Judgeman's Deadly Sentencing domain expansion. Farm Domain Shards from Nightmare bosses or trade for them. See the Domain Shard Guide.
Step 3: Cast Deadly Sentencing (G+B)
Press G + B simultaneously to activate Deadly Sentencing. This creates a courtroom arena that traps nearby enemies for 15 seconds. Cooldown: 120 seconds. Cost: 100 CE + Domain Shard (on first use only).
Step 4: Win the RPS Minigame
Once inside the domain, a Rock-Paper-Scissors minigame triggers against your opponent.
- • Win: You receive the Executioner Sword (+60% damage)
- • Tie: No sword, base +30% domain damage only
- • Lose: No sword, opponent may gain advantage
💡 RPS Tip: Most players default to "Rock" on first round. Counter with "Paper" for a higher first-round win rate. Against experienced players, try mixing up your choices unpredictably.
Step 5: Dominate with +60% Damage!
With Executioner Sword active, all your moves deal +60% bonus damage. Combined with the domain's base +30% boost, you get up to +90% total damage. This is the perfect window to land Guillotine Execution for boss-killing finishers.
📊 Damage Breakdown
Executioner Sword vs Base Domain
Without Sword (RPS Loss/Tie)
- • Base Domain Bonus: +30%
- • Example: Guillotine Execution (500 base) → 650 damage
- • PvE boss DPS: Moderate
- • PvP impact: Manageable by opponent
With Sword (RPS Win)
- • Domain + Sword: +90%
- • Example: Guillotine Execution (500 base) → 950 damage
- • PvE boss DPS: Exceptional — can one-cycle many bosses
- • PvP impact: Often guarantees kill confirm
💡 Optimal Combo (PvE): Cast Deadly Sentencing → Win RPS → Gavel Smash (combo starter) → Gavel Sweep (AoE setup) → Guillotine Execution (finisher with +90% damage). Against bosses below 50% HP, this combo can deal over 2,000+ effective damage.
🎮 PvE & PvP Strategy
PvE Boss Farming
- • Priority: Always aim to win RPS for the sword
- • Best Targets: Stationary/arena-bound bosses (Calamity bosses, Finger Bearer)
- • Rotation: Domain → Win RPS → Gavel Smash → Gavel Sweep → Guillotine Execution
- • Chating Synergy: Chant before casting domain for even more damage
- • Team Play: Coordinate with teammates to let you secure the RPS win
PvP Ranked
- • Mind Games: RPS is psychological — read opponent patterns
- • Confiscation First: Disable opponent's escape move before casting domain
- • Sword Kill Confirm: With +90% damage, Guillotine Execution often one-shots
- • Risk Management: If you lose RPS, focus on survival — domain still gives +30%
- • Equipment: Pair with Inverted Spear for i-frame counters
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep the Executioner Sword after the domain ends?
No. The Executioner Sword is temporary and only lasts for the duration of Deadly Sentencing (15 seconds). It disappears when the domain expires.
Does the Executioner Sword work in PvP?
Yes. The RPS minigame triggers against players too. Winning gives you the sword and a massive damage advantage. It's one of the strongest PvP kill-confirm tools in the game.
Can I get the sword multiple times in one fight?
Yes, but only once per domain cast. Deadly Sentencing has a 120-second cooldown, so you can attempt the RPS minigame again when the cooldown refreshes.
Is Judgeman worth using just for the Executioner Sword?
For PvE boss farming, absolutely. The +90% total damage window is one of the highest burst potentials in the game. For PvP, Judgeman is competitive but requires mastering the RPS mind game and Confiscation timing.