Short

From the V8 Rulebook

A melee weapon:

1. May stab and slash.
2. Between 18” and 36”.
3. At least 2/3 of its length must be Strike-Legal.
4. Allows for 1/3rd of its length to be substituted for Heavy Padding.

See Also:

• Combat Rules
• Armor
• Weapons
• Weapon Types, Shields, and Equipment
• Equipment Checking