A deathstick is our group’s term for a baton or sheath used as a defensive side. It’s a rigid parrying device, roughly the same size as a sword. They can provide a strong defense and help control your opponent’s blade.
Fighting with a Deathstick
Because the deathstick has no offensive capabilities it is used for defense only. It is stronger than a sword when performing blocks and can take control of your opponent’s sword when used to push their blade away. All blocks that can be performed with your sword can be performed with a deathstick. When using a deathstick try to always block with your deathstick and attack quickly with your sword after.
Fighting against a Deathstick
Because your opponent’s deathstick is stronger than your sword, you want to be careful not to let your sword get over powered. If your opponent tries to push your sword away, retreat and recover your sword before you get trapped. Your opponent’s hand holding the deathstick is a great target because it is typically undefended. Overall, treat the deathstick the same as you would a sword, except don’t forget that your opponent’s sword is what can kill you.