Saber

"A curved cavalry sword designed for slashing from horseback."

Melee parry

WR: 3
Tempo: 5
Range: —
Price: §60

The saber is the officer’s weapon — symbol of rank as much as instrument of violence. Its curved blade is designed for slashing strokes from a moving horse, but it serves equally well in dismounted dueling.

Qualities

Effects this weapon carries into every engagement.

Effect: +1 Defense when wielded — you can use the weapon to deflect.

Parry weapons are designed for active defense as much as offense — sabers, fencing blades, dueling sticks. The Defense bonus applies whenever the weapon is in hand and the wielder is not Surprised, Stunned, or otherwise prevented from defending.