Heavy Dagger

“Life as a disciple of Phex can be dangerous. Therefore, one must be able to fight like a demon when the chips are down. A simple dagger is not enough for that purpose.”
-Ayshara, moon silver hadjina of the Mada Basari, 1037 FB

The distinction between a dagger and a heavy dagger is usually only a question of weight. While the common dagger is lighter and, sometimes, even has a small cross-guard, the heavy dagger is broader, sometimes longer, and, in most cases, does not have a crossguard. This makes it less useful for parrying attacks, though it can inflict more damage.

Heavy daggers are available wherever one can find common daggers. Anyone who carries a heavy dagger soon gains the reputation of a troublemaker, or at least is suspected of involvement in schemes that are pleasing unto Phex.

“I own a dagger just like that.”

— Mirhiban al’Orhima, Tulamydian fire mage

“I do, too.”

— Carolan Calavanti, Vinsaltan vagabond

“I am glad that this vicious weapon appeals to your sense of fashion. But wouldn’t you both prefer one with a cross-guard?”

— Geron Bladebreaker, mercenary