Witcher 3 Best Steel Sword

Okay, let's be real. We've all been there. Staring at the crafting menu in The Witcher 3, drowning in diagrams and monster parts. Trying to figure out which darn steel sword is actually worth crafting.

The Usual Suspects: Bor, Aerondight, and Tesham Mutna

Everyone raves about Bor. It's legendary, alright. Legendary...ly annoying to pronounce. Plus, you need to be, like, level 46 to even wield the thing. By then, you're practically Geralt of Retirement, strolling through vineyards instead of slaying monsters.

Then there's Aerondight. Fine, fine. It levels up with you. Impressive. But honestly? It feels a bit… predictable. You know it's going to be good. Where's the fun in that? Where's the risk of crafting a weapon that turns out to be about as effective as a butter knife against a Griffin?

And don't even get me started on the Tesham Mutna set. Cool vampire vibes, sure. But are we really trying to be vampires? Geralt’s supposed to be slaying them, not emulating them. Plus, I always forget where I even got the diagram for that thing.

The Unpopular Opinion: Aard is My Best Friend

Here's where I might lose some of you. Deep breaths. Ready? My favorite steel sword in The Witcher 3... isn't really a sword at all. It's the Aard Sign. Gasp! I know! Blasphemy!

Hear me out. I'm not saying you can beat every enemy with a simple gust of wind. But let’s be honest. How many times have you been fighting a group of bandits, gotten overwhelmed, and thought, "Man, I wish I could just knock them all on their butts"?

That’s where Aard comes in. With the right upgrades, it becomes a crowd-control machine. Stagger those pesky humans! Create openings for quick attacks! Plus, it's hilarious to watch them ragdoll off cliffs. Don’t judge me.

And yes, I know, it's a sign, not a sword. But think of it as Geralt's invisible steel sword. A sword made of pure Witcher magic and the frustration of dealing with endless packs of drowners.

Crafting Schmrafting: Sometimes Simple is Best

Seriously though, I spend less time worrying about crafting the ultimate steel sword, and more time perfecting my Aard build and finding the best looking armor. I want Geralt to look good while he's blowing enemies off their feet!

Look, I'm not saying crafting is pointless. Some of those swords are beautiful works of digital art. But sometimes, the best weapon is the one you already have – or in this case, the one you can cast with a flick of the wrist. Especially in the early game, until you reach the right level to acquire those fancy swords. Why waste time and money to create a sword that won't last for long?

So next time you're agonizing over which steel sword to craft, take a deep breath. Remember the power of Aard. And maybe, just maybe, give it a shot. You might be surprised at how effective (and fun) it can be.

Final Thoughts

Ultimately, the best steel sword is the one you enjoy using the most. Whether it's a legendary blade forged from dragon scales or a simple sign that sends bandits flying, find what works for you and embrace the chaos of the Continent. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some drowners to Aard off a bridge.

And if you disagree with me? Well, I guess you're just wrong. Kidding! (Mostly.)