Franciscas

A short Frankish throwing axe, commonly used from the 4th through 8th centuries.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

Often used in pairs or with a shield and sword. One axe is thrown at the ground in front of the enemy, the weapon bounces in a predictable pattern and comes off of the ground spinning quickly at an upward angle making it hard to block or dodge. Because of its relatively heavy weight and sharp edge in can smash shields and do heavy damage to a person if it hits them. The axe is thrown first followed by the warrior charging up rapidly to follow up with an attack by their primary weapon (a sword or another francisca)

Significance

Frankish national weapon but its use is in decline.

Hanwei Francisca from Lawrance Ordnance

Manufacturer

The Order of the Centurion

Related ethnicities

• Centurion

Owning Organization

Centurion Shieldmaidens and Handmaidens

Rarity

Uncommon

Weight

1 - 1.5 lbs

Dimensions

18 inches in length with a head length of 6 inches and a blade length of 4-5 inches.

Raw materials & Components

Centurion Steel head and ash handle

Tools

cast in shape with a minimum amount of forging and then heat treated and tempered.