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a sturdier short sword. It is a standard issue to some
soldiers, who are renowned for getting close, blocking
with their large shields, and stabbing with their
gladius. BCT is 2 weeks for a bladesmith.
Sword, Long: This sword is double-edged
and the blade is long and narrow. BCT is 2 weeks
for a bladesmith.
Sword, Short: One of the most common
swords, a short sword has an edge on each side and
is mostly used for stabbing. This is one of the earliest
swords, back when heavier metals were used
and larger swords were impractical. Now, it is practical
only in very close quarters. BCT is 2 weeks for
a bladesmith.
Sword, Zweihander: Typically, this 2-
handed sword consists of a handle that is 21 inches
in length and a blade that is 51 inches, for an overall
length of 6 feet. It is a new weapon and is beginning
to be one of the ordinary weapons of the foot
soldier. To wield it, cutting sweeps are made, and
consequently room must be available for such a
swing. Cavalry may carry it attached to the saddle as
a reserve weapon in case of being dismounted.
Currently, it is most commonly used by elite foot
soldiers as shock troops that disrupt formations of
enemy infantry. BCT is 2 weeks for a bladesmith.
Targe: This is a round, wooden shield
wrapped in leather that is periodically interrupted
with metal studs. The main feature of a targe is a
thin spike protruding from the middle by several
inches. This shield is often used to rush foes, hoping
to both pound and stab them at once. BCT is 1
week for an armorsmith.
Torch: Torches are nothing more than burning
clubs, in effect. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter.
Vial: Though these containers are extremely
small, they may be hurled at foes for minimal damage.
BCT is 1 day for a glassblower.
Whip: Consisting of long strips of leather
wrapped together, the end is thin and usually frayed.
The end is hurled at a foe and at the precise moment
of contact it is pulled back very quickly. This
sudden reversal causes the end of the whip to crack,
making a loud noise as it moves exceedingly fast.
This weapon is most effective on unarmored skin.
This whip is short and the damage is not permanent,
although it is certainly felt at the moment. For
this reason, it is considered subdual damage, though
each wound will heal fully within 1d12 hours. BCT
is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
Whip, Bull: Consisting of long strips of
leather wrapped together, the end is thin and usually
frayed. The end is hurled at a foe and at the
precise moment of contact it is pulled back very
quickly. This sudden reversal causes the end of the
whip to crack, making a loud noise as it moves exceedingly
fast. This weapon is most effective on
unarmored skin. The damage from this weapon is
real, or that is to say, it is not subdual damage. BCT
is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
Whip, Cat-o-nine-tails: This weapon consists
of a leather handle to which 9 short strands are
attached. Each strand is the same length, usually
just over a foot, and consists of strips of leather
wrapped together, with a knot tied toward the end
of each strand. This weapon is incapable of real
damage, but only subdual damage. While the wound
is felt at the moment, the pain disappears (and Life
Points return) within 1d12 minutes, regardless of
the blow. This weapon is commonly used for torture
or sexual stimulation. BCT is 1 day for a
weaponsmith.
Whip, Scourge: This weapon is identical to
the cat-o-nine-tails, except that a metal barb or small
hook is attached to the end of each of the strands.
This weapon is used for torture. It is common to
flay a character’s back as they are restrained. Those
trained in the use of this weapon will throw the barbs
over the victim’s shoulder, and upon pulling back
violently, skin is ripped from the shoulders. BCT is
1 day for a weaponsmith.
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