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<p></p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Backsword.jpg|thumb|Backsword]]The term &#039;&#039;&#039;backsword&#039;&#039;&#039; is used to define a single-edged sword that is thickest on the back of the blade. While this definition fits many weapon types in [[GemStone]], the backsword evolved into its own base.<br /> <br /> For the purposes of [[GemStone IV]], it is a combination of a [[broadsword]] and a [[scimitar]], being single-edged and slightly curved, like a scimitar, but thick like a broadsword. The weapon, due to its thickness, is effective at crushing armor, but is also effective when used to slash or thrust at the enemy. This is an ideal weapon for someone who uses the [[Combat Maneuvers|combat maneuver]], [[precision]] (a broadsword would be more effective against an opponent wearing scale armor or plate armor; however, the backsword is superior to a broadsword in all other cases).<br /> __NOTOC__<br /> ==Alternate Names==<br /> *Mortuary sword<br /> *Riding sword <br /> *Sidesword<br /> <br /> ==Game Mechanics==<br /> {{Weapon table start}}<br /> {{Weapon table backsword}}<br /> {{Weapon table end}}<br /> <br /> Note: To edit this table go to [[Template:Weapon table backsword]]<br /> <br /> == Resources ==<br /> *[[Edged Weapons]] - The skill required to properly wield a backsword<br /> *[[Forging]] - This artisan guild skill can create superior quality backswords<br /> *[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/edgedweapons.asp#Backsword Simutronics documentation on the backsword]<br /> *[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Backsword Wikipedia article on the backsword]</div>

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