Should I use tool or key for combat?

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I’ve got a system where if you press V you enable combat mode. If combat mode is enabled you’re able to attack, however, I am not sure if the combat should be enabled by pressing a key or equipping a tool.

Should I use the tool method or key method and which is better for the players? (For mobile users I got a UI button that enables their combat by the way.)

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I feel like keys are cooler. Note: this has NOTHING to do with any practicality, but pressing a key, say, “F,” and equipping a sword or something, is much cooler than having that tool icon at the bottom of your screen and clicking it/pressing 1.
Just my opinion.

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I feel like pressing keys make it look more polished, and has a feel to it that tools don’t have.

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