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Falchions are short, heavy blades that combine the best of a sword and [[axe]] and are ideal for close quarters fighting in boarding partiesor when repelling attackers. Similar to but heavier than a
cutlass, a falchion offers a more brutal offensive capability as it can hack through tougher materials.{{Fn|4}}
===Parrying dagger===
Unlike most blades, a parrying dagger is designed mostly for defence by catching the enemy’s sword in a parrying manoeuvre with its wider guard or split tines. While it won’t break the sword, it can ensnare it long enough for user's counter attack to succeed. Should the opportunity arise, even a parrying dagger can inflict a nasty stabbing wound.{{Fn|4}}
==Famous Users==
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Warhammer 40,000: Wargear (2nd Edition)]], pg. 12
*{{Endn|3}}: [[Black Crusade Core Rulebook]], pg. 168
*{{Endn|4}}: [[Rogue Trader: Into the Storm]], pgpgs. 121-122
[[Category:Primitive Weapons]]
[[Category:Weapons (Chaos)]]
[[Category:Weapons (Imperium)]]
