User blog comment:Ekreture/Ashigaru vs Yeoman Archer/@comment-5043545-20140722121057

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Close: The Sword & Buckler are going make an effective combination of defense and offense. The buckler isn't exactly the largest shield, but it provides protection for the user and can be used to bash an opponent's head. The Wakizashi was preffered as back-up weapon that worked with the katana and its lack of range and killing power in comparison to the Archer's weapon makes it fall flat. EDGE: Yeoman Archer

Medium: I can't exactly say which version of the Yari this is, but I'm going to assume it is about the same length as the Quarterstaff for sake of comparison. The Yari is ultimately more lethal and with that point can go straight through the chest cavity. The Quarterstaff to better to stun or deliver devastating blows upon your target, but that requires greater strength and up have swing the weapon. With the Yari, you simply thrust forward which is less energy consuming and quicker during the heat of combat. EDGE: Ashigaru

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