User blog comment:Cfp3157/Season 2 Episode 2: Richard the Lionheart vs Vlad the Impaler/@comment-379205-20121021011100

119's "Richard the Lionhearted: Vampire Hunter?" Edges


 * Swords: The Kilij is an absolutely blade that proved itself deadly, capable of cutting a pig carcass in half on Deadliest Warrior. It also has a reinforced point, so it can still thrust- as shown in the demonstration on Deadliest Warrior, however, the Broadsword also proved to be lethal in its demonstration. Slight Edge: Vlad


 * Mid Range: The pike has greater reach than the Dane Axe, giving it the edge. Edge: Vlad


 * Bows: The Longbow has a longer range and a faster rate of fire. Edge: Richard


 * Special Weapons: The hand cannon has a longer range, a secondary spike, and the sound and muzzle flash may frighten soldiers who had never seen gunpowder before, such a Richard's men. Edge: Vlad


 * X-Factors: Richard is a better leader, better trained, and is more psychologically stable. In my opinion, this gives him the edge.


 * Overall Winner: In spite of Vlad's slight technological advantage, I give this match to Richard as his X-Factors allow him to outfight and outstrategize Vlad.