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| | Glossary |
 | | The weapon is extremely similar to the messer, with the exception that the messer is usually made with a slight curve, whereas the backsword is almost always straight. |
 | | Great sword Term for a sword that was sufficiently long and heavy that it required two hands. |
 | | Longsword A sword that had the length of a greatsword, but which could be used in either one or two hands. |
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