Quarterstaffs

[Chris and Elisabeth Zakes]

>In a message dated 96-08-01 01:00:38 EDT, you write:
>
>>: I think that the ruling is to prevent "pugel stick" type blows. It is easy
>>to
>>: swing a two-headed 6' polearm like a "quarterstaff". Serious injury may
>>result.
>
>Question, newbie, type stupid, one ea.
>
>   What are the odds of somehow creating a quarterstaff that is safe for
>combat (light or heavy). I really like that type of fighting and while I
>understand the reasons behind it's not being allowed, I still wish it was
>possible.
>
>Lost


It's not terribly likely on the rapier field. Too much chance of injury, to
say nothing of not being particularly historically accurate.

     -Tivar Moondragon