Polearms

Polearms are a category of melee weapons characterized by their long reach, typically featuring a blade or head mounted on a long shaft.

• Glaive
• Spear
• Pike
• Halberd
• War Scythe

• Extended Reach: Can attack enemies from a distance (range 2)
• Two-Handed: Requires two hands to wield effectively
• Slower Speed: Generally slower attack speed than shorter weapons
• Higher Damage: Often deal more damage than shorter weapons
• Tactical Advantage: Excellent for controlling corridors and choke points

• Use in narrow spaces to prevent enemies from surrounding you
• Effective for kiting enemies while staying out of their attack range
• Good for classes with high strength to benefit from higher damage
• Positioning is critical to maximize the reach advantage

• Base implementation: Polearm.java
• String resources: Polearm-related strings

• Melee Weapons - Other close combat weapons
• Melee Combat - General melee combat mechanics
• Weapons - All weapon types