Machete / Sickle Balance Changes

Balance Philosophy

For every weapon between B tier and the bottom of the list, apply one buff to help it compete with better-rolled loot.

Proposed Changes

Each entry lists the move or ability affected, the adjustment itself, and — where the analysis states one — the problem it is meant to solve and the reasoning behind it.

1. Neck Shot Damage

   Buff

   Proposed adjustment

   Fixed neck shot damage increased from 67.5 to 100, even when thrown and even against armor.

   Current issue

   Melee weapons are often the worst item to use — you need to be right next to an opponent to deal damage, and it still takes two hits to get the kill.

   Reason

   The weapon should one-shot if it lands on a specific spot, including when thrown.