A Bearded Axe from the Reinassance
A bearded axe is a type of axe that has been used since the 6th century, and it is commonly associated with the Vikings.
Description[]
The lower portion of the axe bit extending the cutting edge below the width of the butt is referred to as the "hook" or "beard", and provides a wide cutting surface while keeping the overall weight of the axe low. Efficiently used in combat to pull a weapon or shield from an enemy's grip.[1]
History[]
Viking Age[]
Bearded axes were used by the Vikings in combat. Occasionally they were dual-wielded.[2]
Renaissance[]
By the time of the Renaissance a "Bearded Axe" was a heavy bladed two-handed battle axe.[3] This inaccurate description was also carried onto the Ottoman Empire.[4]
Weapon statistics[]
Anglo-Saxon England (9th century)[]
| Name | Class | Max Attack | Max Speed | Max Impact | Max CRIT-PRC | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear-Claw | Raven | Purchase the Berserker Pack | ||||
| Bone-Biter | Wolf | Loot chest in Rygjafylke | ||||
| Fyrd Axe | Bear | Loot chest in Foresti's Rest, Jorvik | ||||
| Housecarl's Axe | Wolf | Loot chest in Utbech Camp, Grantebridgescire | ||||
| Raider Axe | Raven | Default weapon | ||||
| The Thunderer | Wolf | Purchase the Taranis Pack | ||||
| Tusk Axe | Bear | Purchase the Premium Starter Pack | ||||
| Varin's Axe | Bear | Complete Honor Bound |
Italian Renaissance (16th century)[]
| Name | Damage | Speed | Deflect | Cost | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bearded Axe | 2 | 3 | 4 | 7000ƒ | Sequence 1 |
Ottoman Empire (16th century)[]
| Name | Damage | Speed | Deflect | Cost | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bearded Axe | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8,050 
|
Sequence 2 |
Appearances[]
- Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (first appearance)
- Assassin's Creed: Revelations
- Assassin's Creed: Valhalla
References[]
