Shortsword

Shortsword is a rather weak sword, but it light and not so difficult to use. As 3.17 shortsword cost 165 arrows to buy.

''Any double or single edged, straight-bladed, sword averaging 24 inches in length. The point of a shortsword is usually no sharper than the edge, but it may be designed to have a real point at the option of its maker.''

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