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| + | Due to their mass and extreme length, glaives can be among the most dangerous weapons in Belegarth, particularly when swung hard for a [[shield-breaking hit]]. Particular attention must be paid to ensure that glaives are sufficiently padded during construction and weapons check. New fighters are often discouraged from wielding glaives until they are more experienced, and all fighters must exercise extreme caution when swinging in a downward chopping motion. Some discourage this swing from ever being used, though it is frequently one of the few available in a tight line situation. | ||
Revision as of 22:43, 3 March 2006
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Overview
A Glaive is a polearm with a striking surface, typically with a stabbing tip as well.
History
Glaive Construction
For instructions on building a glaive, see Constructing a Glaive.
Built on a core of Bandshoppe poles or 1"+ PVC, glaives are usually between 6'-9' in lenght. 1/3 of the weapon is handle, 1/3 (usually) is incidental padding, and the last 1/3 is a striking surface. Given that the weapon is longer than the 48" minimum of class II weapons, this striking surface counts as Red. With the great leverage a long swung weapon can produce, a thicker striking surface is required than normal.
Glaives in Belegarth
A common weapon, Glaives are often used as alternatives to spears in support of a shield wall. The striking surface gives them a greater versatility, allowing them to also partially overcome the common anti-spear tactic of grabbing behind the stabbing tip.
Due to their mass and extreme length, glaives can be among the most dangerous weapons in Belegarth, particularly when swung hard for a shield-breaking hit. Particular attention must be paid to ensure that glaives are sufficiently padded during construction and weapons check. New fighters are often discouraged from wielding glaives until they are more experienced, and all fighters must exercise extreme caution when swinging in a downward chopping motion. Some discourage this swing from ever being used, though it is frequently one of the few available in a tight line situation.
