Rapier
The Rapier is a melee weapon from the Renaissance faction. It is used by the Fencer.
Characteristics
The Rapier is a type of sword that specializes in thrusting. Units using it will lunge and thrust opponents with it, before retracting back. The tip deals far more damage than the edge of the blade.
Appearance
The Rapier has a long steel blade with a dome shaped guard & a crossguard decorated with gold highlights. The grip is made of wood and the point faces forward. (rather than up)
History
A rapier is a particular kind of sword, used mostly for thrusting. Rapiers were especially popular in 16th and 17th century Europe. The long, slender blade of the rapier is lightweight and very sharp, and it usually has an intricate hilt, or handle, to protect the hand of the person wielding it. It also resembles foil in fencing.
Trivia
- In the Unit Creator, there's a special version of the Rapier that can disarm opponents called the Hero Rapier.