The D'fu Blade - Khajrian Weapon

[Volutional 935]

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The D'fu Blade

 

As written in the libraries of Karakatua, in a small tome of weapon styles and techniques.

 

 

Contents

 

• What is the D'fu Blade?

 

• What Kharajyr would use the D'fu Blade?

 

• Who invented, and how did they invent the D'fu Blade?

 

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Chapter One - What is the D'fu Blade?

 

It is simply the 'Two' blade. Commonly known by well taught combatants, the D'fu blade is a two sided stick, trident or sword, in which is used in a sweep-by-sweep motion. The user will be required to have strength, but agility. This weapon is ideal for Leparda, though Tigrasi, Pantera and Cheetrah are free to use it and master it's skill and power.

 

Uniquely, the D'fu Blade has two ends, which means twice the opportunity to strike the opponent. With each stroke the spiked, pointed, blunt or loose edges can hit with a usually accurate hit, which can leave the opponent crippled, and overwhelmed with it's speed and strength.

 

Although not the most powerful weapon in regards of piercing (see Scimitar section) the D'fu Blade is highly regarded as the middle field for combatant masters to use in duels. It's strength, alongside it's maneuverability makes it a foe's deadly bane.

 

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Chapter Two - What Kharajyr would use the D'fu Blade?

 

A good question, one asked by many. Simply put, Elders. But any Kha can pick up a stick and sharp both sides. Elders sometimes lack either strength or agility, and this weapon makes up for both at the same time, so it makes it easy for them to defend themselves, or use it against an opponent.

 

The Tultelkos (since Anthos) has also decided to take up it's use, quoting Dri'Quorak of Anthos when saying 'It's beauty is recognized as a figurehead of my mighty Kha. Both sides sharp, and the middle at peace with either end.'

 

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Chapter Three - Who invented, and how did they invent the D'fu Blade?

 

A simple Do' of old, experimental and unique in his stride. In Ancient Va'Khajrian, the D'fu Blade translates to 'Two-blade'. Which has simply pointed it's origin to the ancient Kharajyr of Asulon. It is thought that a small Do', who wanted to ensure his master's trust in his skill, made this weapon's uniqueness in hope to impress the Tultelkos of the Kha. He presented it before his Master, whom then relished in it's originality and spread news of it's grand design. Sometimes, Kha nowadays have a little folk tale about this young Kha.

 

Once there was a Kha, young and bold

He wanted to make a new idea, and so he then told

To all and to many, his idea soon spread

That his weapon would ensure, that apes will lay dead

 

Which is a horridly violent folk-tale, but it remains one none-the-less.

 

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[Volutional 935]

 

Modifications to the D'fu Staff

 

Stances

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Xin ( Zin )

 

 

The most defensive, balanced of the stances, Xin is the first stance a new trainee in D'fu staff combat would learn. As shown, it is held at both sides, with both hands, allowing complete control of the staff. The staff is then used as normal, left and right swipes and jolts at the target, and blocks in the middle, and releasing your grip of one side to swipe with the full force of the staff.

 

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Auo ( Ou, in ouch, or A-you-oh)

 

 

The Auo stance is the most violent, holding the D'fu staff in both hands, the user uses it like a two handed sword. This is not for use against actual swords, as it would be heavily outmatched, like it normally would be, unless made of iron. This stance is the best in cohesion with Xin, as they are easily switched between. One would assume this stance as a finishing move, or as a powerful crippling strike.

 

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Xia (Zai-ah)

 

 

The most professional stance to date, the Xia stance is when the user holds the D'fu staff in both hands, at the middle of the staff, creating utter balance. This is achieved through thorough practice and training, which can only be done by those who have mastered their weapon. This stance is good for disarms, and spinning attacks (spinning it through your two hands very quickly) and outwitting your opponent or target. It is the best defense against incoming Wolves, or monsters. And is used by the Guardians of the Metztli's jungle, the Dra'Metza, when they've reached their highest status and skill.

 

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Using actual modifications

 

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The lantern modification

 

The D'fu staff can have a lantern section added to one side. Although this makes it a normal staff, it is still classed as, and used like a D'fu staff, the stances barely variate.

 

Fire Lantern

 

 

Fire can be added to your lantern, but this is only by masters of the D'fu staff. The fire is lit and stored in the iron cage at the top. It does not burn your staff if it's wooden as the staff is constantly moving as you have the fire lit. The fire is lit by sparking it with a flint and steel, which can be stored on the top of the weapon itself.

 

Smoke Lantern

 

 

A potion of smoke can be opened and set loose in the lantern, with each spin that you make, smoke emits and scatters everywhere around you. Being used to this smoke can have a massive advantage against your target.

[CloakandDagger 134]

((How strong is the actual wood, i've tried Rp'ing wooden weapons before but other players always seem to be able to snap them in half quite easily -_- I think it would be beneficial to accurately describe its weakness and breaking point.))

[Volutional 935]

((How strong is the actual wood, i've tried Rp'ing wooden weapons before but other players always seem to be able to snap them in half quite easily -_- I think it would be beneficial to accurately describe its weakness and breaking point.))

 

Yes, this weapon would easily be sliced in two by a typically strong sword, or axe. If the user is willing to go against a sword with it, they'd have to be extremely adept to come out alive, or at least with the blade in one piece.

 

It is made from Khajrian wood, which is said to be the strongest. I would assume this to be quite moist, but very thick and strong compared to typical wooden weapons. It will last a long time if kept well, and made well. And used well. Obviously it will wear and tear as time goes on.

 

It'd like to hope it can stand it's own dominantly against other wooden weapons. However, it can be made out of Iron, I think. Though I'm not a whole bunch sure on how that would work, if even possible, so I'm leaving that out for now.

[Moot 1719]

Moved to the Great Library. It shall be sorted into appropriate category shortly.