Weapons
Weapon | Definition |
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Kris | A dagger which is often given a distinct wavy blade by folding different types of metal together and then washing it in acid. |
Parang | Machete/ broadsword, commonly used in daily tasks such as cutting through forest growth. |
Golok | |
Tombak | Spear/ javelin, made of wood, steel or bamboo that may have dyed horsehair near the blade. |
Lembing | |
Tongkat | Staff or walking stick made of bamboo, steel or wood. |
Batang | |
Gedak | A mace or club usually made of iron. |
Kipas | Folding fan preferably made of hardwood or iron. |
Kerambit | A concealable claw-like curved blade that can be tied in a woman's hair. |
Sabit | Sickle commonly used in farming, harvesting and cultivation of crops. |
Serampang | Trident originally used for fishing. |
Trisula | |
Tekpi | Three-pronged truncheon thought to derive from the trident. |
Chabang | |
Chindai | Wearable sarong used to lock or defend attacks from bladed weapons. |
Samping | |
Rantai | Chain used for whipping and seizing techniques |
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