Editing Basic Close Combat Weapons (section)

===Axe===
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An Axe is a specialized version of utility axe used as a primitive close combat weapon. It sports a brutal blade, used both as a tool and weapon. Because of its function, axes are far more versatile than swords, being able to both function as a weapon whilst being used to chop down trees and other materials into smaller and more manageable pieces.

While it generally does not have the reach of a sword and lacks its ability to parry away blows, a strike from an axe will generally create a more lethal effect when it lands, ripping apart flesh and shattering bone with ease.

Axes are usually found on feudal or Feral worlds, but many heretics also value their simplicity and brutality. It is perfect for untrained warriors as the only training an axe wielder needs is two things. First, how to swing it without letting the weight unbalance or injure you. Second, hit the enemy until they are dead.
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