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Weapons to consider
- Thread starter MRPolo13
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MRPolo13
The Arbiter of the Gods
That's actually a fairly good point, however do you feel the need for me to include that? If so, I will, if not, I guess it's fine eh?
As I said, and will probably say more, this is just some examples that aim to push you slightly away from "the Sword!" and "the Bow!"
As I said, and will probably say more, this is just some examples that aim to push you slightly away from "the Sword!" and "the Bow!"
Seth_Jenkins
Lord of Altera
Somebody had to make this thread, Nice Job Polo 
I preferably use a Poleaxe myself....
Now update some more, Polo post is good and minty
I preferably use a Poleaxe myself....
Now update some more, Polo post is good and minty
frank frappuccino
Lord of Altera
Handcannons are Fun *Looks at where 3 of his
Fingers used to be*
Fingers used to be*
Seth_Jenkins
Lord of Altera
Yay for Polo!I have completed the list of weapons to consider!
In few days' time I'll be going on to making an "Armour to Consider" thread. For now, remember to mix and match, and read through the last paragraph of 4th post to see what you think.
Thanks and hope this helps!
Also, I;d suggest adding Quarterstaff on there as well, they're a rather interesting two-hander to use in Street Brawls and the such. They also use a rather common technique which is used by the Poleaxe when blocking that allows for versatility (I also love both weapons :3)
Silvertread
Lord of Altera
The Falchion looks amazing, I think I'm going to use that from now on.
Also, I think people need to realise that a slash from a sword does not give you a small cut if you don't wear any armour. It'd take you arm off.
Also, I think people need to realise that a slash from a sword does not give you a small cut if you don't wear any armour. It'd take you arm off.
Seth_Jenkins
Lord of Altera
Somebody needs to get Zombie Go Boom in here, now that shows you what happens when weapon meets skull...
Edit: Got it! Check out their channel, they did a halberd recently
http://www.youtube.com/user/ZombieGoBoomTV?feature=watch
MRPolo13
The Arbiter of the Gods
Depending on the type of swords, of course.
An example that can be used here is a sword that was basically a long steel pole that didn't get any popularity. As a cutting weapon, it was useless, and you wouldn't take any limbs off with that, however it was a crushing weapon.
An example that can be used here is a sword that was basically a long steel pole that didn't get any popularity. As a cutting weapon, it was useless, and you wouldn't take any limbs off with that, however it was a crushing weapon.
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wakerman4
Guest
OI! Yer forgot me best sword!
'Ta cutlass!
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wakerman4
Guest
True, true.
I do hope Cutlasses are allowed in lore, mind you. I've seen many around Altera.
AND I LOVE EM
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wakerman4
Guest
Huzzah!
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GrapeFlavDragons
Evil
I'm noticing an absence of curved swords (scimitars), in this thread. But would those be alright?
ThadTheDinger
Loyal Servant of Altera
Personal Observation:
I think the lack of improvised weaponry is sad. The likelihood of a peasant in particular owning a nice weapon strikes me as odd. Not much wrong with having a carving knife on the end of a broomstick, hey presto, a Glaive!
I'd just like to mention that the word halberd, although used in most modern renditions of medieval warfare as a sort of catch-all for that kind of weaponry is misused. I only know this because of recent poking around due to my character's use of a digging implement as a weapon.
Pole weapons are so varied that they can't really get a fixed classification, there's a Voulge, a Bardiche, a Glaive..
But two things to /seriously/ consider when using any two handed weapon are speed and range. A person weilding a large sword for instance is never going to be able to land a hit as quickly as someone with a trench spike, or similar stabbing implements. Admittedly the damage one can cause with a larger weapon offsets this problem, but you've still got to hit your enemy for it to be useful.
*Pro-tip* Always have a back up in case your opponent outclasses you with speed. My personal favourite is a Bollock Dagger, (begging your pardon, but that's what it's called) good for poking at holes in more heavily armoured foes' plate mail. (But obviously pulling a broadsword out of a pant leg is very much OP. I very much doubt anyone would enjoy carrying around two or three lumps of metal in their pants)
Secondly, range. Sure, with a spear or a polearm you can hit someone much further away, but what happens when they get inside your swing? You end up just hitting them with a stick. And probably with a dagger in your stomach. Even a weapon like a bastard sword can give the owner problems, the broad sweeping strokes when using it two handed can be avoided, and then blocked entirely by getting as close as you can to your target.
A clever fighter doesn't just think about his/her weapon, they must think about the enemy as well.
This thread provides a great stepping stone for combat RP, but you've got to remember just jumping into a fight with a big sword can get you hurt. There is only a fine line between bravery and stupdity after all.
I have a feeling that ^This^ was the reason you wanted to avoid heavier two handed weaponry MrPolo. It gets very complicated very quickly, particularly in smaller combat situations.
I think the lack of improvised weaponry is sad. The likelihood of a peasant in particular owning a nice weapon strikes me as odd. Not much wrong with having a carving knife on the end of a broomstick, hey presto, a Glaive!
I'd just like to mention that the word halberd, although used in most modern renditions of medieval warfare as a sort of catch-all for that kind of weaponry is misused. I only know this because of recent poking around due to my character's use of a digging implement as a weapon.
Pole weapons are so varied that they can't really get a fixed classification, there's a Voulge, a Bardiche, a Glaive..
But two things to /seriously/ consider when using any two handed weapon are speed and range. A person weilding a large sword for instance is never going to be able to land a hit as quickly as someone with a trench spike, or similar stabbing implements. Admittedly the damage one can cause with a larger weapon offsets this problem, but you've still got to hit your enemy for it to be useful.
*Pro-tip* Always have a back up in case your opponent outclasses you with speed. My personal favourite is a Bollock Dagger, (begging your pardon, but that's what it's called) good for poking at holes in more heavily armoured foes' plate mail. (But obviously pulling a broadsword out of a pant leg is very much OP. I very much doubt anyone would enjoy carrying around two or three lumps of metal in their pants)
Secondly, range. Sure, with a spear or a polearm you can hit someone much further away, but what happens when they get inside your swing? You end up just hitting them with a stick. And probably with a dagger in your stomach. Even a weapon like a bastard sword can give the owner problems, the broad sweeping strokes when using it two handed can be avoided, and then blocked entirely by getting as close as you can to your target.
A clever fighter doesn't just think about his/her weapon, they must think about the enemy as well.
This thread provides a great stepping stone for combat RP, but you've got to remember just jumping into a fight with a big sword can get you hurt. There is only a fine line between bravery and stupdity after all.
I have a feeling that ^This^ was the reason you wanted to avoid heavier two handed weaponry MrPolo. It gets very complicated very quickly, particularly in smaller combat situations.