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Originally a farming tool used to chop tall grass and perform other tasks, the bolo became a revolutionary weapon as the Filipino natives lacked large amounts of rifles to fight with.

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

Chinese sabers with a single edge. Meant for chopping more than thrusting, the dao has a large blade to provide the momentum with which to cut enemies down easily. One of the four major weapons, ...

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

A longsword designed for use against mail or plate armor. The shape and length of the sword made it useful for thrusting and for keeping out of range of enemy swords.

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

Roman sword, mass produced. A one handed sword with an unobstructive guard useful for cutting and chopping as well as thrusting and piercing. A very practical sword that managed to conquer for the ...

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

Called the Gentleman of Weapons, the Jian is a two-edged, one-handed sword of Chinese origin. Originally made from bronze, and then steel as the technology for it advanced.

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

A large Filipino sword that can be wielded with one or two hands. The pommel is typically a dragon or a snake head, and the sword is one of the Philippines's biggest.

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

The famous Japanese style curved sword. Often wielded with two hands, however, some styles hold it with just one. This sword is associated with the samurai caste in Japan.

Domain: Military; Category: Weapons

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