Let’s get right to the point; The Sims 4: Royalty and Legacy expansion pack introduces a the Swordsmanship skill, an edgy new combative feature. Is your Sim ready to take a stab at it?
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Commoner and Royal Sims alike can all pick up a blade and learn the Swordsmanship skill in The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy expansion pack. Previously seen in The Sims Medieval, this classic form of combat lets your sim battle for their cause through Duels and Swordsmanship Tournaments.
All Swordsmanship Skill Levels
The Swordsmanship skill is available to all Sims ages Teen and older, with the exception or pregnant Sims. It is unlocked by using the Practice Swordsmanship interaction on a Practice Dummy and has 10 levels. Sims can also Purchase Books on the Swordsmanship skill, compete in Duels, and try their hand in Swordsmanship Tournaments to increase their skill level.
| Skill Level | Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | Sims who have acquired the Swordsmanship skill are able to challenge other Sims to a Duel for Fun. |
| Level 2 | Sims at this level will unlock the ability to Duel for Simoleons. |
| Level 3 | Reaching this level of the Swordsmanship skill unlocks the ability to Duel for a Sim’s heart. If your Sim is in a love triangle, they can challenge the other suitor for sole attention. |
| Level 4 | At level four, Sims can now Duel the parents or Dynasty Head of their intended spouse for Permission to Marry. They also have a higher chance of winning Duels and pulling off new moves. |
| Level 5 | Halfway through the Swordsmanship skill levels, your Sim unlocks the ability to Duel for the Dynasty Headship with the Dynasty Head if they are a Dynasty member. Regional swords will also be available at the Ondarion Blacksmith. At this level, Sims can also mentor other Sims in Swordsmanship at a Practice Dummie. |
| Level 6 | At this level, your Sim can Duel for Noble Rivalry to challenge another Noble that is blocking their career advancement. Your Sim can also enroll in the Regional Ondarion Swordsmanship Invitational tournament. |
| Level 7 | Sims can now Duel senior colleagues for a promotion in their career. |
| Level 8 | As a skilled swordsman, your Sim is more likely to perform skilled moves and win Duels. They are less likely to convince lower-skilled Sims to Duel, but Sims with a high Charisma skill will have a better chance at convincing others to Duel. |
| Level 9 | Sims at this level can join the SimNation Swordsmanship Grand Masters. |
| Level 10 | At the top level of the Swordsmanship skill, your Sim will be officially known as a Sword Master. |
Of course, if you’re not interested in working your way to the top, you can always cheat your way there.
Does Your Sim Duel Well Under Pressure?
As your Sim progresses through the Swordsmanship skill in The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy expansion pack, they’ll unlock several exciting types of duels they can use on other Swordsman: Duel for a Sim’s Heart, Duel for Permission to Marry, Duel for Simoleons, Duel for Noble Rivalry, Duel for Fun, Duel for Dynasty Headship, and Duel for Career Promotion. Sims with higher Swordsmanship skill and better mood will be more likely to win the Duel.
Not every Sim will be interested in a Duel, however. Your Sim’s Duel may be denied if the other Sim knows your Sim has a higher skill level or if the Duel has very High Stakes. Sims with high Charisma skill, Noble Sims, and Sims who are members of an important Dynasty will have a better chance of their Duels being accepted.
Swordsmanship Tournaments
The Swordsmanship skill is not just for Dueling other Sims and taking out frustrations on a Practice Dummy. This skill also unlocks the ability for your Sim to put their skills to the test and compete in world renown Swordsmanship Tournaments.
There are three tournaments to choose from: the Gunther Goth’s Cup, the Regional Ondarion Invitational, and the SimNation Grand Masters. Each tournament is comprised of three rounds of Duels with Break Periods in between each Duel. Break Periods allow your Sim some time to rest up, or complete optional challenges such as Stretch, Insult an Opponent, and more.
Unlike other Events, Swordsmanship Tournaments do not have a time limit and will end when all Duels have been completed or when your Sim Gives Up. Select the Gazebo or Rug to Enroll in a Swordsmanship Tournament, Start a Duel, or Give Up. There are three Swordsmanship Tournament locations across Ondarion:
- Verdemar: Located behind Ye Olde Voyager Bar and next to the Blacksmith.
- Dambele: Located between the Darong residence and the Hardcover backroom.
- Bellacorde: Located at the La Vivace lounge.
Gunther Goth’s Cup
This beginners friendly cup is open to all Swordsman with the Swordsmanship skill levels 2 and up, with an entry fee of 25 Simoleons. The cup was founded by the great Gunther Goth, who had a passion for the sport.
Gunther Goth’s Cup Rewards:
- 1st Place Reward: 250 Simoleons
- 2nd Place Reward: 125 Simoleons
- 3rd Place Reward: 75 Simoleons
Regional Ondarion Invitational
The intermediate Swordsmanship Tournament is available for Sims with the Swordsmanship skill level 6 or higher, with an entry fee of 50 Simoleons. While winning this Tournament leads to a bigger reward, losing it to a commoner may lead to an even bigger Scandal.
Regional Ondarion Invitational Rewards:
- 1st Place Reward: 500 Simoleons
- 2nd Place Reward: 250 Simoleons
- 3rd Place Reward: 125 Simoleons
SimNation Grand Masters
The most difficult of Swordsmanship Tournaments is the SimNation Grand Masters. Sims with the Swordsmanship skill level 9 or higher may enroll in this tournament, with an entry fee of 100 Simoleons.
- 1st Place Reward: 1000 Simoleons
- 2nd Place Reward: 500 Simoleons
- 3rd Place Reward: 250 Simoleons
The Complete List of Swords
As your Sim increases their Swordsmanship skill level in The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy, they’ll unlock different swords to use in combat. Once your Sim has started down the Path of the Sword by Practicing Sworsdmanship, a Sword will be automatically added to their inventory.
Your Sim can purchase more swords at the Blacksmith shop in Verdemar, earn a sword from the Noble career, pull one from the stone in Verdemar, and find hidden swords around Ondarion for a total of 11 possible swords. Your Sim can choose from the different swords in their inventory for different tournaments.
Crafted by Blacksmith
There are a total of 5 swords available at the Blacksmith’s shop:
Noble Career Reward
The Royal Golden Sword is granted to those who have worked their way up through the Noble Career. This Uncommon sword can be used by Sims with the Swordsmanship skill level 3 or higher and can be sold for 660 Simoleons.
The Sword and the Stone
In the Verdemar neighborhood, you may notice a sword sticking straight out of a stone. Your Sim can Attempt to Draw the Sword if they dare. Successful Sims will get to take home the rare Simcalibur Sword, but Sims who anger the stone may face an embarrassing demotion.
This sword can be used by Sims with the Swordsmanship skill level 5 or higher.
Hidden Treasure
For Sims willing to go on a few adventures, there are 4 swords hidden in pirate chests across Ondarion: The Power of Many Saber, Vorpal Blade, Sentry of the Sea Falcata, and the Thorns and Roses Rapier. Each of these swords can be weilded by a Sim with the level 5 or higher Swordsmanship skill.
These pirate chests have a possibility of containing rare swords for your Sim to add to their collection. Each neighborhood has its own hidden treasure locations, and they are marked by a cluster of rocks with a red X and two red arrows.
- Verdemar:
- Behind the Casa Do Corsario lot and to the left of the stairs, the treasure chest can be found at the foot of the one statue that is not blocked off by gates.
- Near the Thebes household, you’ll find an overlook with a chess table and bench. The treasure chest can be found near the statue behind the chess table.
- Behind the Ye Olde Voyager Bar and down the ramp towards the sea, you’ll find the treasure chest near the lantern on the ground.
- To the left of The Lair in the Open-Air lot near the Verdemar Swamp, you’ll find the treasure chest.
- Bellacorde:
- Behind the Monty residence, slightly to the left on the street near an orange tree, you’ll find the treasure chest.
- To the left of the big tree and the easel, go down the stone stairway and you’ll find the treasure chest in front of the bench near the sea.
- Dambele:
- Travel to the left of the Hardcover backroom, and you’ll see a secluded shore with a small dock. Between the dock and the fence, you’ll find the treasure chest.
Has your Sim had a chance to grab a blade and try out the Swordsmanship skill from The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy expansion pack? How do you feel about this new skill? Let us know your thoughts below!
There’s actually 11 swords available. In addition to the five you mentioned there’s the golden royal sword, the vorpal blade, the three rare regional blades, and simcalibur. Simcalibur is a power shift and is located right in front of the bar. My noble sim had the golden royal sword placed in her inventory when she started swordsmanship. The other four swords are found in treasure chests around Ondarion. I don’t mean to be rude, but I’m not sure how you could write an article about the swordsmanship skill and miss more than half of the available swords.
The article is getting a correction today. Thanks for your insight and patience!
Haven’t seen this mentioned anywhere, but in my game the chests only seem to spawn at midday each day and are usually gone by 4pm. You have to be in the area before midday for them to spawn too.
Thank you for that tip!