Need Character Advise

[JamesTFHS]

So i have had this character for a really long time and i have come to a bit of a issue with her. She is apart of a warrior based society and they have a really unique connection with their weapons that i don't want to go too much detail into. The problem that has arisen is i am no longer sure what sort of weapon to give her. My original plan was a double blade sword like darth mauls double bladed lightsaber. I was thinking each blade have a very slight curve to where you could almost not even tell. I'm still working on that part. The other option is make her a master or very good with a large variety of weapons and through out the story we see her use each weapon in the variety of battles. She also trains one of the main character's and i was thinking she does this whole teach him the basics of each weapon to help him understand how to approach different types of opponents.

Now in this culture their are different "Clans" (I need a better term) that specialises in the different weapons. Now as this character is the daughter of the leader of this culture she cannot join one clan or the other because she can't show favor toward other houses. The double bladed sword would be her own unique weapon. having her master all the weapons shows that she is making her own independent choice and what not.

Opinions please

 

[Flemming Hansen]

I'm not quite sure what you mean. Is the problem that she uses other weapons then her own personal weapon? If that's the case; you could simply use the argument that she practices with other weapons to learn about them, so that she can become a better warrior.

 

[dyga19]

What if she uses some sort of shape-shifting weapon? That way she can kill stuff however she pleases, and doesn't have to carry an arsenal. There are also some exotic weapons like katars, sai, chakrams, and so on. If you'd like I could try and look for some more exotic weaponry. You could also call Clans "Cabals" instead. Or translate "clan" into different languages and combine a couple words you like. Hope any of that was helpful, haha.

 

[JamesTFHS]

The problem is i don't know if i want her limited to one weapon that feels too unrealistic. that is my problem with the double bladed sword right now. I like the idea of her being a versatile warrior.

The shape shifting sword idea is cool but do to the limits i have on magic it is impossible in my world. Though that would be bada$$.

 

[TWErvin2]

I am not sure how effective the double-sword would be.

If opponents are armored, the blades would have to be heavy enough to be able to do more than slice. The distance between hands for the grip would have to be more than two sword hilt (grip) lengths, I would think. It'd almost be like a double-bladed glaive. One on one, maybe more effective than if there were close combat with many warriors about.

Carrying such a weapon would be unwieldy. I suppose the two ends/pommels could screw together, but it would require a shaft/insert with the screw area to provide strength when used as a two-bladed weapon, if that makes senses. That that would distort/alter the grips for using as individual swords.

Why not have her handy with two weapons. A main weapon in her dominant hand and a smaller weapon in her off hand? It would provide more versitility.

 

[ScipioSmith]

It depends on where you see the plot and character going: Do you want a character who is loyal to her clan or do you want a character who breaks the rules and stands outside the bounds of her society, accepting all the consequences? Which works best within the plot you've worked out?

 

[JamesTFHS]

The two weapon duel wielding idea i have tried to avoid with this character as i already have multiple characters that use two weapons at least for a while or through out the whole story. TWErvin2 you have pointed out exactly the issues i am having with this weapon. as an idea double bladed weapons are cool and great but how can they be practical.

Her character plot line as well as everything that happens to her culture goes to hell so i was thinking that if she was a more diverse warrior she could adapt more to the situations she faces.

 

[PrincessaMiranda]

I say if she is indeed a master she can use the double bladed sword at a masters skill, and that itself makes her unique. Any other but her would not be able to use it because they haven't got the skill.

 

[ahhhitswells]

Why not do something unique and not emphasize symmetry like everyone wants to do with weapons.

Large sword in right hand (the standard issue weapon of a clan member)
Thin jagged dagger in left hand (a religious artifact that comes from the mystery of her past)

just a thought!

 

[Anders Ämting]

So i have had this character for a really long time and i have come to a bit of a issue with her. She is apart of a warrior based society and they have a really unique connection with their weapons that i don't want to go too much detail into. The problem that has arisen is i am no longer sure what sort of weapon to give her. My original plan was a double blade sword like darth mauls double bladed lightsaber. I was thinking each blade have a very slight curve to where you could almost not even tell. I'm still working on that part. The other option is make her a master or very good with a large variety of weapons and through out the story we see her use each weapon in the variety of battles. She also trains one of the main character's and i was thinking she does this whole teach him the basics of each weapon to help him understand how to approach different types of opponents.

Now in this culture their are different "Clans" (I need a better term) that specialises in the different weapons. Now as this character is the daughter of the leader of this culture she cannot join one clan or the other because she can't show favor toward other houses. The double bladed sword would be her own unique weapon. having her master all the weapons shows that she is making her own independent choice and what not.

Opinions please

I think you may have a rather unrealistic idea of how weapons work. People don't pick random weapons as their personal favourite for arbitrary reasons, nor do certain tribes specialize in certain weapons for no other reason than being different from the other tribes. That's the sort of thing you mostly only see in video games.

The reality is that people will use whatever weapon is most efficient for killing their enemies in their given context. The key factors will be A) what kind of armor is available, B) battle tactics and C) how technologically advanced the culture is.

If this is a warrior society, they are going to be mostly concerned about winning, about defeating their enemies while trying to avoid getting killed. Now, if they fight a lot of battles, they will soon notice which weapons and tactics works best to ensure victory, and then most of them will adapt to that because in a warrior society, being the most efficient killing machine possible is more important than having a cool personal weapon nobody else uses.

Then, when the enemies notice how awesome your tactics and weapons are at killing them, they will adapt as well, because they also want to win battles and avoid getting killed. So they will either start using similar weapons and tactics as you, or devise weapons and tactics especially to counter yours.

I am not sure how effective the double-sword would be.

Basically, it wouldn't be.

There is a good reason no such weapon has ever been devised by any culture in human history.

 

[shangrila]

How would you sheathe something like that?

 

[gavintonks]

I ask myself why is the weapon so important to the story? If it is integral and this weapon is / has or does / is important to a conclusion it does not matter, describe anything. The reader is being led by you and it is not like there are any more weapons than the basic ones that exist, staff, sword . torc axe etc. The skill is how you tell it and how plausible her training and competence in the weapon is, you could elevate tooth picks as her weapon of choice using the right emotional responses to your writing

 

[FireBird]

So i have had this character for a really long time and i have come to a bit of a issue with her. She is apart of a warrior based society and they have a really unique connection with their weapons that i don't want to go too much detail into. The problem that has arisen is i am no longer sure what sort of weapon to give her. My original plan was a double blade sword like darth mauls double bladed lightsaber. I was thinking each blade have a very slight curve to where you could almost not even tell. I'm still working on that part. The other option is make her a master or very good with a large variety of weapons and through out the story we see her use each weapon in the variety of battles. She also trains one of the main character's and i was thinking she does this whole teach him the basics of each weapon to help him understand how to approach different types of opponents.

I don't think you understand how hard it is to learn how to use a weapon efficiently. Have her stick to one or two weapons and thats it. Some of the best soldiers in history were only proficient in the use of a spear, sword, and a shield. There isn't a reason to overdo it to the point where it is unrealistic. What weapon your character uses should not be something you worry about. It's a minor detail and it is not important in the sceme of things.

Also if this person teaches one of the MCs how to be proficient with multiple weapons I hope it takes place over a number of years. One-year swordmasters make me cry inside.