User blog comment:BattleGames1/BattleGames1's Season of War Episode 3 - Zande vs Celt/@comment-25221333-20140913133650

Returning the favour.

Short Range-The Makraka, even if it is used mainly for execution, is still a pretty handy weapon. Its quite sharp and would have no problem slicing through flesh. However as stated by both you and Skull, the longsword does have the advantage of both stabbing and slashing while at the same time having a slightly longer reach. Edge-Celt

Spears-I can't say that either weapon is particularly more effect than the other. The Lancea does serve a dual purpose and is more a jack of all trades while the Makrigga deals out massive damage to internal organs to compensate for its effectiveness as a projectile. Spear for spear I believe that the makrigga is more effective but in battle they are both on a level playing field. So for those reasons....Edge-Even

Ranged-It may seem that the sling is considerably worse than the bow but it does have its advantages. One being near infinite ammunition. The desert is full of rocks allowing the celt to attack the Zande with a never ending barage of rocks. That being said however as a weapon it is largely ineffective, especially with the Azande shield. The bow and arrow is much more likely to gain a one shot kill and even if it doesn't, the benge will gradually weaken the Celt. Edge-Zande

Shields-As effective as the wicker shield seems, it was not all that effective in reality. True, it could stob a javelin type object, a good thrust with a sword could penetrate the wicker and cause some damage. The wooden shield is a little more stronger, being able to provide protection gainst strong Roman weapons. On the plus the celtic shield could also be used as a strong blunt weapon, giving it a good weapon role in the case of a disarment. Edge-Celt

Special-The bundra club is a pretty effective weapon, even if it is just a big piece of wood. It can definitely deal out some damage, especially on fingers, ribs and all along the skull and jaw. However at the end of the day it is just a blunt weapon when faced with the Kpinga. With its multi spikes it can be used as both a ranged and close quarter weapon. Even if the spikes don't hit the enemy on impact, the handle was more than capable of leaving a mark. Edge-Kpinga

Both warriors are strong but the real difference is not really due to their weapons, but more experience. Celts had to fight incredibly tough enemies in hand to hand on a regular basis. Although the Zande did fight against men with guns, that would take away from their ability to take on a strong celt. The edges do tip towards the celt side a little more and for a good reason.

Deadliest Warrior-Celt

PS-If my vote has missed anything like a weapon I might have missed or something like that, just tell me and I'll fix it. Thanks for your vote btw