Mace

Description

The mace is a crushing weapon designed to defeat armor through sheer impact rather than cutting. It consists of a solid haft topped with a heavy head made of iron or steel, often flanged, ridged, or knobbed to concentrate force on a small area.

In combat, the mace excels against armored opponents. A solid blow can dent plate, shatter bone beneath mail, or render shields useless. Its compact design allows for powerful strikes in tight formations, making it a favored weapon among foot soldiers and knights alike.

Practical and durable, the mace requires little maintenance compared to bladed weapons. Often carried as a symbol of authority as well as a tool of war, it represents controlled violence, turning raw strength into decisive, bone breaking force.