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[trenerka_chan]

Time: Present
To: Everyone

Question:
Well I was searching for some ideas and felt like asking you. What's your favourite weapon? The one for which you have the biggest sentiment?  (you don't have to limit yourself to just one though)

Is it a good weapon? (I want to know if it would be effective against my enemies)

Comments

[tinsoldaten]

Axes! Especially my axe, nothing can replace it! I've fought with my axe for centuries, so of course it's a great weapon. Though some people have trouble wielding axes because it's too heavy. Wimps.

[trenerka_chan]

Oh, are you meaning The Viking Axe? But wikipedia says that average axe weighted between 1 and 2 kg. So it's not that heavy...

Hmmm... which you think is better for fighting: one sided or two sided axe?

[tinsoldaten]

Nah, mine's not quite a pole arm. Close, though. But 1-2 kg can still get heavy if you swing it around a lot and you're not used to it.

I would say two-sided. Better efficiency.

[ ooc; orz typo >.> ]

[trenerka_chan]

You're right it would probably get heavier after several swings, still axe isn't probably such bad choice...

*puts down some remarks in her notebook*

Thank you really much for answering! You certainly helped me out! (I really hope I won't have to use this information against you)

[notyourcanal]

The khopesh. It proves to be affective, a design adopted from the Canaanites and typically ranges from 50-60cm in length. It was utilized namely as an infantry weapon, a symbol of authority and often used to execute en-masse enemies of the state. It soon became more of a decoration piece though in tombs, symbols for rulers, exchanged for weapons such as the Falcata.

...I suppose though you can't ignore the use of a simple bow and arrow.

[trenerka_chan]

Uuuaaa... you have been using some amazing weapons... It's hard to believe that khopesh was a deadly weapon, while being so pretty. Falcata looks more rough, but from what I know the simplier the weapon the better.

The bow and arrow are classic, but aren't really suited for my purposes...

But the khopesh is really cute and was used for mass executions too... *stares happily at sword*

[notyourcanal]

It is a beautiful design.

It was used more against my nations own people before we adopted it. So we have utilized it as well as felt the pain it can bring.

Cute...

[trenerka_chan]

Oh, that's really smart of you, I would do the same thing. I mean so cool and deadly weapon shouldn't be only on enemies side (that would be just not fair...)

So deadly cute... *can't take eyes of it*

[nipponpon]

Katana

[trenerka_chan]

Ohhh... Katana. You must really like it. I mean when you think about Japan, Katana is one of the first things you think about. And it appears in anime and manga quite often. But it's written here that Katana users need lots of practice, so they won't hurt themselves and destroy the sword... and that you must take a really good care of it otherwise it rusts quickly.

Aren't you bothered by it? (I just wouldn't have enough patience for the whole practice thing and taking care of the sword all the time)

[nipponpon]

Ah, yes... they require a lot of maintenance, but it is quite simply part of the discipline.

To use the katana one must be controlled and objective in his movements. He must know when to use it and when not to, as responsibility is key to an efficient attack. If one cannot take care of his sword and honour its blade, I believe he does not deserve to wield it.

[trenerka_chan]

Hmmm... Katana isn't probably suited for myself ^^"

(Knows herself too well to believe it would work out)

Still, thank you for your answer. I'm sure information you provided will be helpful.

[kenichi_bokushi]

My favourite weapon would be the claymore, a classic weapon still in use to this day.

[kenichi_bokushi]

It is a very good weapon; its continued use is a testament to its calibre as a weapon.

[trenerka_chan]

Claymore, huh? Somehow I haven't heard of this one... but I don't have much knowledge on Scottish swords, so it's only natural.

Are you talking about the one-handed or the two-handed one? Which do you think was better for combat?

[kenichi_bokushi]

They both have their positive sides to them; a two-handed claymore would be more powerful, but a one-handed claymore would allow for the use of a shield. It all depends on whether you want full offence or a combination of offence and defence.

[masking]

The Abus gun! It was pretty damn epic at it's time. Then there's the yatağan - it's a short blade, or long knife really, sharpened on one edge, hilt made of bone or ivory. There's also the more traditional Kılıç - a variation on a different culture's weapon, yet still used as a model for many others today.

[trenerka_chan]

Ah, Turkey-san. I really hoped for your answer. I mean you were one of the best fighters. Europe was very often invaded by you and had lots of problems with defating you.

Also I must say that I strongly admire you for these Abus guns. You were first European force to regulary use artillery! It's just so cool!

And your swords! Mix of destructive power, agility and fascinating oriental designs!

Which weapon would you recommend for a beginner like me?

[masking]

Hehehh... I know right?

But hmm. A beginner like you eh? I'd then recommend the yatağan still, but a lighter and maybe shorter version. They're pretty versatile, and they were usually used by Janissaries - or Yeniçeri - meanin' "new soldier". But despite it's apparent simplicity, it's effective- as would be demonstrated in the many wars it was continually used in. Was popular for a reason. As it's mostly similar to a knife (despite the curving of the blade, size and the handle), there ain't really any fancy tricks to it.

Though, if ya find ya need a guard on the weapon, then ya should prolly stick to a Kılıç - or maybe even a more simple scimitar.

[trenerka_chan]

Thank you for advices! If I ever get my hands on one of those I'll be sure to try them out! (I probably won't be able to stop myself from trying anyway ^^)