Maul

A maul (or mall) is a heavy, long-handled hammer used for splitting a piece of wood along its grain, or as a weapon.

Description
One side of it is identical to a warhammer and the other side is an axe. A typical maul for wood splitting will have a head weighing in region of 20lbs. Most mauls can be bought for 15gp.

Weaponology
Mauls have a wedge-shaped head and the cutting side resembles an axe but with a broader head. For splitting wood, this tool is much better than a typical axe. The weight of it is more advantageous and due to its width, it's difficult for it to become stuck in the wood. When used in combat, this heavy hammer is used in two hands and is favored by dwarves.

Notable mauls

 * Great Mallet of Silvanus, the nature god, Silvanus' preferred melee weapon.
 * Maul of Brutal Endings, the demon lord, Kostchtchie's preferred melee weapon.