Zweihander means two-hander. As in a two handed sword. Which means the sword is large and heavy enough that it requires two hands to use. The Zweihander is also known as a Great Sword. Also known as a Long Sword.
And unlike most swords, these swords are not carried in a sheath on the hip but across the back.
*Disclaimer: I have done extensive research on each of these weapons. I am aware that there are many different versions of each of these weapons. I am not trying to spread false information. If you know and can prove any information wrong, please let me know and I will fix my errors. I have at least three references for all research on the weapons I will discuss through the challenge.
Reflection posts!
Don't forget, on May 3rd we are linking up to post about our thoughts, comments, concerns, and what we love about this years A-to-Z Challenge! You can read more about the reflections posts HERE!
Isn't that sword in a lot of video games? You've had such an awesome theme this year, Konstanz!
ReplyDeleteIt's been an honor serving as a co-host with you. Glad you made it to the end!
I wouldn't know as of I don't play many video games. :) Thank you! I am pretty proud of it.
DeleteThank you. Right back at ya!
Congratulations in completing the A to Z Challenge.
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A to Z AMBASSADOR.
Thank you!
DeleteThere is something about a warrior pulling a sword from behind his back that makes such a great slow motion moment in a movie. I'm thinking Lord of the Rings here.
ReplyDeleteRight?! I totally agree! :D
Deletei thank you for all the great things you are and shall be... i bow and give you a grand thank you!!
ReplyDeleteAwww thank you! Thank you, thank you, thank you! *hugs*
DeleteI was thinking Lord of the Rings, too :). I've googled the Zweihander and there are some very pretty looking swords out there.
ReplyDeleteYes there are! :D
DeleteThanks for the reminder. It was fun. So what do we write on the reflection post.
ReplyDelete:D The reflection post is where you can write how the challenge went, what you thought about it, what we can do to make it better. . . things like that.
DeleteInteresting sword. And congrats on finishing! :)
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Yes it is. Thank you!
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