KnollSlinger
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Start with the Roman sword. 2/3 from the base of the blade to the tip, drill a hole. Weld a chain into the hole 1/2 length of the blade of the sword. At the end of the chain, weld a tungsten ball with spikes on it.
Many things you can do with this close up, and working around a corner or a shield.
Makes in one hand a flail and a sword.
After reading a few comments (thank you) I have further ideas:
In the chain, incorporate many fish-hooks that would ensnare flesh if the chain were to drag against the enemy. Also, these hooks could help the chain grab onto the enemy sword. We are only talking about a 4 ounce chain and a four ounce tungsten ball; yes it would slow the sword, but the speed of the ball and chain would be very fast. I think this could be tried out with wooden mock-ups, weighted to be realistic.
Another approach would be to start over. Saw off the tip of the sword (1/4 of the blade) and reconnect it with a chain 5/8th the length of the original sword. Use the fishhooks on the chain AND the flat sides of the reattached portion of the sword.
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