| Jader |
December 5th, 2003 02:03 AM |
Re: What role does a shield play?
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Originally posted by Jasper:
One handed use is still taught, even though primary duelling (e.g. kendo) usage is 2 handed. You do get extra reach one handed, can wield another weapon in the off hand (an uncommon but real style, especially if outnumbered), and one handed obviously makes more sense on horseback.
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif, arial, verdana">Yes, I agree. But these doesn't encurage them to use shields http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif
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Such blades are nicely balanced, and easier to use one handed than European Hand and a Half Sword
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif, arial, verdana">Obviously, but aren't they generally havyier? (I'm not sure about this).
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(which is a Bastard Sword, not a Broad Sword).
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif, arial, verdana">Of course, what I was thinking about? To much Neverwinter... http://forum.shrapnelgames.com/images/icons/icon7.gif |
