User blog comment:MilenHD/Pirates vs Ottoman Janissaries/@comment-3189283-20160527151103

Let's see shall we

Close Range 

It's pretty simple really. The Cutlass is both longer and heavier to allow for a more powerful blow and as mentioned by Elgb the lack of a swordguard leaves the user vulnerable to injury.

Edge: Pirates

Mid Range 

A Pike is virtually useless in a small squad on squad battle due to it's limited usage as a thrusting weapon. The Ottoman Axe might be slightly heavier but it is much easier to use against a smaller group of enemies and has terrific power to boot.

Edge: Ottoman Janissaries

TBC