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Glaive

Polearm, Blade, Military, Latin Europe

A large polearm consisting of a broad, very long blade (like a falchion blade) on the end of a haft. This represents a glaive of medium length, around 8 feet, but they could be shorter or much longer (up to 12' or more). Adjust reach and speed bonus accordingly.

NameSizeReachSpeedDefenseBase DamageAttack TypesPrimary Attack TypesArmor PierceGrappleHardnessHP
GlaiveVL8-232-16CPCP0276


Fighting with glaives in tournament, from the Freydal manuscript, circa 1512


Iron glaive, Flemish, late 15th Century


Glaive, Austrian, circa 1500

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