What weapon class is the fastest for a smiter?

Question

If I wanted to hit the fastest possible frames per smite (6 frames), which weapon class will allow me to do so?

This is on the ladder.

Asked by yx.

Answer

Based on this calculator you should be able to reach 6 frames per attack with Smite using any weapon class, given sufficient attack speed boosts from Fanaticism and item bonuses. I tried using the Falchion (which is a 20 weapon speed, the slowest) and it still showed an IAS level that gave 6 frames per attack.

You can find the weapon speeds for all weapon types at this page. As an example, the Falchion requires level 20 Fanaticism and 109% IAS to reach 6 frames. A Scimitar (which is a -20 weapon speed, the fastest) can do it with just 92% IAS and no Fanaticism. Just 5 levels in Fanaticism drops that to a very doable 35%.

Answered by bwarner

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