Sword

Considered by many to be analogous to knighthood and chivalry, the one-handed Sword has been in common use since before the first Age of Darkness. A formidible weapon, especially when used in conjunction with a shield, the sword is the workhorse of warriors across the lands. It has given rise to variants such as the Two-handed sword (sometimes called a "Great sword"), and rare Magic Swords of widely-ranging properties can be found.

According to Vetron's Guide to Weapons and Armour, a one-handed sword has a "6" effectiveness rating.

History
The one-handed sword first appeared in Ultima I and has been in the series ever since. In Ultima VI it was called a "short sword."