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Weapon of Choice?
RackThor:
I am gathering opinions for a paper I intend to write here in the near future for my final history paper for college. I may be posting more polls later with different weapons, but for now please vote based on what is here.
Thorsteinn:
#1)What is a "1700's Standard Longsword"?
#2)Why rapier & Scimitar being specific, but "Polearms" are general?
#3)Two-handed sword? Do you mean a greatsword or an Epée de Guerre?
#4)Why no axe, mace, or sword & shield option?
#5) What are we facing? Is this a war or duel?
#6) Are we armoured?
Sir William:
Depends on what my opponent chooses; as Thorsteinn pointed out, some of the choices are a bit ambiguous- I too have never heard of a 1700s standard longsword, as that would be 18th Century and as far as I can recall, the transition to smaller, slimmer swords had already begun taking place. Polearms, there are quite a few and while the manner in which they are used is similar, it isn't exactly the same- they all have their strengths and few weaknesses.
Also, is this a one-on-one type of situation, or a mass melee between opposing forces? Are we talking tournament-style of play, or actual warfare? The situation would dictate the weaponry I'd choose, not to mention giving my opponent first choice so that I may choose a suitable foil.
What's your thesis going to cover?
RackThor:
forgive me for my ambiguity. However these were the choices I was handed to ask to you gentlemen. While I agree a 15th century German long sword would be more specific I am not allowed to give you such an option at the moment. (in other words I am gathering data on those who like you guys want more information as well as those who just vote amongst people who show real intrest in the topic above) so treat it kind of like a test.
I am able to clarify that it is a one on one situation. Duel to the death.
RackThor:
--- Quote from: Thorsteinn on 2013-04-08, 07:30:05 ---#1)What is a "1700's Standard Longsword"?
#2)Why rapier & Scimitar being specific, but "Polearms" are general?
#3)Two-handed sword? Do you mean a greatsword or an Epée de Guerre?
#4)Why no axe, mace, or sword & shield option?
#5) What are we facing? Is this a war or duel?
#6) Are we armoured?
--- End quote ---
Yes you are wearing a protection of your choice.
The polls later on will change and be more specific as the data I am allowed to collect and my freedom of questions begins to become more available
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