Greatsword

The greatsword is one of several patterns of sword common throughout Greland. The ratio of blade to handle for swords means they require considerably more high grade 'blade steel' than other hand weapons, and they have no uses outside of combat, meaning they are generally restricted to nobility. Within The Kingdom of Somercrag, Knighthood includes the right to wear a sword in any situation, further increasing the prestige associated with them.
The greatsword in particular is, as the name suggests, a larger sword, designed to be used in both hands. Similar in size to the Broadsword, the greatsword is the slightly longer and narrower of the two, enabling a degree of reach advantage over other great weapons. The massive size of the greatsword, and the costs entailed, makes it a rare sight on the battlefield.
Greatsword

Name	Damage	Critical	Range	Qualities
Greatsword	5	2	Engaged	Defensive-4; Accurate-2; Slashing

Defensive-4:

• This weapon adds +dddd to the difficulty of any Melee Attacks that target the bearer.

Accurate-2:

• This weapon adds bb to any Melee Attacks made using this weapon.

Slashing:

• This weapon can spend an additional a when it scores a Critical Hit to score a Slashing Critical Hit instead.

Greatswords in Military Units

When equipped by a Military Unit a greatsword is one of many kinds of Great Weapon, adding +dd to the unit's melee attacks.

Potential Improvements

• Crossguard: Some swords have a crossguard, ranging from the ornate with carved details and gilded and jewelled, to the purely functional. A sword with an enhanced Crossguard improves its Defensive quality by 1.