Two-handed sword

The two-handed sword appears in, , , , , , , and.

Description
This weapon is the logical development of the normal, one-handed sword. While more difficult to wield, needing more strength and both hands, its destructive power has been enhanced significantly. One strike of this weapon can sever limbs, cut open heads, and ruin armour. It is a weapon closely associated with Knights and the greatest warriors, and has no trouble proving its worth in battle.

The great sword first appeared in. Around the time of, it was rechristened as the two-handed sword, and has been in the series ever since, although it was missing from.

Efficacy

 * In Ultima V the two-handed sword has a damage rating of "20".
 * In Ultima VI the two-handed sword has a damage rating of "20".
 * In Ultima VII the two-handed sword has an "11" effectiveness rating, thus being the most destructive, non-magical melee weapon available.
 * In Ultima VII Part Two, two-handed swords have a damage of "8" and a reach of "4".
 * In Ultima IX, the two-handed sword deals damage of 45(min) - 75(max).
 * In Ultima IX the claymore deals 50(min)-60(max) points of damage.

Variants
Several special two-handed swords did exist throughout history:

The Black Sword
Made from blackrock and inhabited by a  daemon; a unique weapon found in  and.

Blade of Striking
A magical two-handed sword from the island of Pagan in.

Lightning Sword
Instead of a metal blade, this rare sword has an arc of electricity; two were known to exist in.

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Trivia

 * In Ultima II, an Agility of 31 was required to wield a great sword.