Tools of the Trade TotT for Blade And Sorcery, created by GrooveSlinger, is a combat and utility mod that expands the game's melee options with gadget-style tools. It delivers deployable gear that integrates with the physics engine, giving players new ways to approach stealth, traversal and ranged engagement without replacing the base combat. Designed for PCVR users, the mod targets players who enjoy tactile, experimental gadget play in virtual reality.

What kind of mod is TotT?

Tools of the Trade reframes Blade & Sorcery's close combat by introducing "arm-aments", weapons and tools mounted to the player's wrists that deploy during encounters. That wrist-mounted approach keeps the player's hands free for climbing or switching weapons while adding short-range gadget options. The mod ties those gadgets to the game's physics, producing realistic stabbing feedback and permitting climbing and environmental interaction that feels grounded in the base simulation.

How do the gadgets behave in play?

The mod supplies several deployable devices, from hidden-blade variants to a wrist crossbow and retractable shields, plus a functional grappling hook for traversal and object or enemy pulls. Activation is configurable, using either button presses or motion-based "flicks" depending on player preference. Different bolt types and blade forms change engagement tactics, while the grappling physics interact with rigid bodies so pulls feel weighty and consequential in combat situations.

Is it hard to get started?

Installation targets Windows PCVR and requires a VR-capable PC and compatible headset. The developer is known for complex, scripted mods, so some familiarity with mod managers helps. The mod is largely self-contained but listings recommend checking for companion tools like MoreSlots for expanded inventory handling. Players expecting plug-and-play simplicity should plan a short setup and a practice session to learn motion gestures and button mappings.

What keeps players returning after the first session?

Replay value comes from physics-driven encounters and multiple ways to solve an arena, whether through stealthy approaches or gadget-assisted chaos. Community reception praises the tactile feel of blade deployments and the versatility of traversal, and many users call it an essential addition to PCVR installs. Because the mod augments rather than replaces core combat, it encourages experimentation with emerging tactics across repeated sessions.

TotT is a focused pick for gadget-minded VR players

If you enjoy expanding Blade & Sorcery with physics-rich toys, TotT suits players who like experimenting with new approaches and tactile VR combat. Note that this release targets Windows PCVR and cannot be ported to the standalone Nomad build because scripting differences prevent a direct conversion. Given its strong community standing, the mod is best for players comfortable installing mods and refining motion-based controls.