Falchion

Lore & Background

The weapon's prevalence among mercenary companies and bandit groups speaks to its economic practicality. It requires less steel and simpler forging techniques than a double-edged blade, allowing blacksmiths in remote villages to produce them quickly for local militias or traveling sellswords. In the harsh winters of Atila, where resources are scarce, this efficient design ensures that even a poorly equipped warrior can hold their own against better-armed foes, relying on the sheer impact of the curved edge to end fights swiftly.

In Their Own Story

The mud sucked at the boots of the sellsword as he tightened his grip on the hilt. Across the field, a Vlandian knight charged, lance lowered. The sellsword did not wait for the clash; he sidestepped the thrust and swung his falchion in a wide, descending arc. The curved blade bit deep into the gap between the knight's pauldron and breastplate with a sickening crunch of bone and metal. There was no need for a second stroke; the heavy weight of the weapon had done its work, felling the proud rider before he could even draw his sword.

Reader's Guide

The falchion is defined by its high chopping damage relative to its speed and weight. While it lacks the piercing capability of longswords, its ability to deliver devastating blows makes it excellent for breaking enemy guards and damaging armor plates that resist thrusts. Acquisition is straightforward; players can find these weapons in almost every blacksmith shop from the earliest stages of their journey. They are frequently dropped by common soldiers, bandits, and mercenary units across all maps. No complex crafting recipes exist for this weapon, as it is a standard mass-produced item available for purchase or loot. Tactically, the falchion excels in close-quarters combat where space allows for wide swings. It is particularly effective against enemies wearing light to medium armor who lack strong shields. However, players should be cautious against heavy cavalry charges, as the weapon's reach and thrusting limitations can leave them vulnerable if they cannot create distance quickly.

Did You Know?

• The falchion is one of the few weapons in the series that appears consistently across both Calradia and Atila maps without significant variation.
• Its single-edged design historically mirrors real-world medieval cleavers used for cutting through chainmail or leather armor.
• In gameplay mechanics, the falchion often has a higher damage-per-second ratio against unarmored targets than standard iron swords.