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A short sword, (or shortsword), was a light, piercing melee weapon.[2]

Description[]

This sword was a smaller version of the longsword, but longer than a dagger.[2]

Tactics[]

The short sword was designed for thrusting and piercing. It was a common weapon for use in the off-hand when dual-wielding.[2]

Varieties[]

  • Katzbalger, also known as "cat gutter", was a type of short and thick sword[5] from the Blade Kingdoms, sometimes carried by Blade Captain and hippogriff cavalry.[6]
  • Wakizashi, a slightly arched shortsword commonly used in Kara-Tur.[7]
  • Butterfly sword

Notable Short Swords[]

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Appearances[]

Novels
WaterdeepThe Fanged Crown
Video Games
Icewind Dale seriesBaldur's Gate series

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