User blog comment:Pygmy Hippo 2/Oliver Cromwell vs. Takeda Shingen/@comment-35680048-20190406035449

Tybaltcapulet's "Sean Iarann Tíogair" Edges:

Swords: Believe it or not, i'm giving this to the Mortuary. I'm definitely gonna draw some ire from Kazzy again for constantly taking the piss out of Japanese swords, but I just don't see the Nodachi being effective in the long run against the lighter and more versatile Mortuary. It may have an annoying reach disadvantage, but it can more reliably take down an opponent. I'm not saying the Nodachi can't both slash and stab, but the Mortuary is better designed for this and can use this to get through Shingen's armor more effectively. And i'm also raising the issue of the Nodachi having to be constantly carried around, limiting the amount of weapons that can be used at a time. The Mortuary can be sheathed at any time, allowing Cromwell and his men to switch weapons much more quickly. Edge: Cromwell

Spears: This specific yari appears to be of the Jumonji variation, based on its description. I don't know the exact usage of it, but I can most likely infer that the two other spikes could be utilized as an anti-cavalry measure, similar to the pike. The two other spikes, and its slight advantage in overall length are what gives it the edge here. It's basically an upgrade of the pike here. Edge: Shingen

​​​Matchlocks: This has been discussed so many times in various Arquebus vs Tanegashima matchups (which yes, have occurred enough to reference) that it's quite obvious the Tanegashima is the superior matchlock firearm. It's just again an upgraded Arquebus, like the Yari is to the Pike. The better sights allow for a greater degree of accuracy, allowing the Tanegashima to more consistently hit Cromwell and his men.Edge: Shingen

Special: This is tough. On the one hand, the Doglock pistols to me are just about guaranteed to penetrate if he's within range, but the problem is, the range is downright puny. The Yumi can fire much farther than the Doglocks, but it's hard to say if will be able to get through Cromwell's plate armor. I'm giving this to the Yumi, because I prefer a faster firing, more reliable, and farther reaching weapon, than one that is reliant on its power, is super slow to reload, and piss poor range. Edge: Shingen

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