Shortsword

Shortswords are one-handed swords, usually wielded with a shield in the off-hand. Contrary to their name, shortswords are usually fairly long, often longer than a mace or a hand axe. They function well as both slashing and piercing weapons, and are exceptionally effective against unarmored opponents. They work very poorly against armor however, and are usually favored by slayers more so than those intending to fight their fellow man. A sword takes a lot of skill to forge, and uses more material than similar weapons. As such, it is noticeably more expensive.