Simple Weapons adds 8 new types of weapons that have vanilla variants.
Scythe
Two-handed weapon that inflicts bleeding damage.
Dagger
Deals lower damage, but has a higher attack speed. Work best when dual wielded!
Greatsword
Every 1st hit deals less damage, but every 3rd hit deals bonus damage.
Spear
Deals massive damage, but has a lower attack speed. Deals bonus damage when mounted on a horse!
Katar
A bit slower than vanilla swords, but grants lifesteal on hits. Can be dual wielded!
Scimitar
Deals bonus damage with missing health.
Crowbill
Pierces armor and slows targets.
Katana
Increasingly fast attack speed.