The bastard sword, also known as the hand-and-a-half sword or épée bâtarde, is a versatile medieval weapon that emerged in the late 14th and 15th centuries. It is characterized by a straight, double-edged blade and an extended grip (typically 10–15 inches) designed to be wielded with either one or two hands, bridging the gap between shorter arming swords and larger two-handed longswords.
Historically, these swords weighed between 2.5 to 8 pounds and measured 40–48 inches in total length. The term "bastard" likely originated from its hybrid nature, as it did not strictly belong to the single-handed or two-handed categories, or referred to swords of uncertain origin. They were favored by knights and foot soldiers for their ability to deliver powerful two-handed thrusts against armor or agile one-handed strikes.
Proficiency with a Longsword allows you to add your proficiency bonus to the attack roll for any attack you make with it.
This weapon has the following mastery property. To use this property, you must have a feature that lets you use it.
Sap. If you hit a creature with this weapon, that creature has Disadvantage on its next attack roll before the start of your next turn.
Notes: Versatile, Sap
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