Got a Real-World Weapon or Armor Question? Mk. VI

[Galloglaich]

I agree with the rest of this post, good answers to his questions... except this part:

This especially applies with two handed weapons. Their biggest advantage is reach. If someone closes with you to the point where you can't get a proper swing, you are useless. So a sidearm is the plan b weapon for that exact purpose. I don't suppose all that many pole arm users got to use their sidearms, but there would be no reaosn not to send them with one. It would be the same as sending archers with sidearms really.

Thats true but only if you don't know how to use the weapon mate ;) In the Renaissance fencing manuals you are taught how to fight at all ranges with swords, staves, polearms etc. Same in most Eastern martial arts.

G.