Talk:Rapier/@comment-177.230.121.114-20141125002854/@comment-4511886-20141125055931

Pretty much. All thrusting swords has a hidden parameter that further increases riposte damage. It is possible that the Bandit's Knife does more damage at certain levels, but the rapier is overall more useful in open combat, so you've got a backup if you get caught in a fight.