03-03-2015, 09:00 PM
Zweihander (300 OM) Requires Physical strength proficiency and Area Attack Proficiency
This heavy, massive blade was the alternate weapon of choice for the Chosen Undead for most of his adventure in Lordran, and for good reason. Where the typical straight sword is quick and efficient, but not too special, the Zweihander is absolutely massive. The blade is taller than the Chosen by a good three feet, and incredibly heavy. In fact, the Chosen cannot wield the blade without using both hands, leaving him unable to use a shield or second weapon while bearing the Zweihander. Its attacks are very slow though, and limited, he can't do much fancy with it beyond heavy, sturdy slashes, but the blade makes up for it with power and reach. The massive blade can cover a great area of effect with each swing, a single slash able to cover an arc that reaches up to six feet away and sweeps over five feet or more, for a painful range, although agile enemies can still duck beneath it or jump over or away, and its sheer size and force can cleave through weak enemies, or knock tougher enemies onto their backs. In addition, the sheer size and weight, means that repeated swings will tire the Chosen out. On average, a good four or five swings will leave the Chosen winded and breathless, requiring time to rest and recover, and he may have to switch weapons entirely to even continue the fight at all! Still, it is a weapon best reserved for massive, very tough enemies, or teeming hordes of beasts, nonetheless it is an important addition, to the Chosen Undead's arsenal.
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This heavy, massive blade was the alternate weapon of choice for the Chosen Undead for most of his adventure in Lordran, and for good reason. Where the typical straight sword is quick and efficient, but not too special, the Zweihander is absolutely massive. The blade is taller than the Chosen by a good three feet, and incredibly heavy. In fact, the Chosen cannot wield the blade without using both hands, leaving him unable to use a shield or second weapon while bearing the Zweihander. Its attacks are very slow though, and limited, he can't do much fancy with it beyond heavy, sturdy slashes, but the blade makes up for it with power and reach. The massive blade can cover a great area of effect with each swing, a single slash able to cover an arc that reaches up to six feet away and sweeps over five feet or more, for a painful range, although agile enemies can still duck beneath it or jump over or away, and its sheer size and force can cleave through weak enemies, or knock tougher enemies onto their backs. In addition, the sheer size and weight, means that repeated swings will tire the Chosen out. On average, a good four or five swings will leave the Chosen winded and breathless, requiring time to rest and recover, and he may have to switch weapons entirely to even continue the fight at all! Still, it is a weapon best reserved for massive, very tough enemies, or teeming hordes of beasts, nonetheless it is an important addition, to the Chosen Undead's arsenal.
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