Polearms

Pole Weapons were among the oldest and most effective tools used by foot warriors and hunters. These weapons consisted of a blade, spike, or point mounted on a wooden shaft, known as a haft or pole. Their simple yet effective design provided users with significant reach and versatile functionality. In addition to military use, pole weapons were also employed in hunting. For instance, the spear, which dates back to prehistoric times, was used for hunting game and allowed for safely striking targets from a distance. This category of weapons includes spears, halberds, javelins, and bills, each with specific applications. Halberds and bills, for example, combined thrusting and cutting functions, making them highly effective against armored opponents.