manrikisa

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(thing) by kozmund (2.8 wk) (print) ? (I like it!) Sun Jan 07 2001 at 12:54:54

The manrikisa is a Japanese weapon made of a chain with weighted ends. More effective at entangling an opponent than killing, but can still be used to strike or strangle with. A manrikisa can be wielded alone, but is often wielded with another weapon in the off-hand.

"A light weapon consisting of a chain made of hardened steel links, with metal weights at both ends. The user strikes unexpectedly with either his right or left hand, or from concealment in a clenched fist. A flexible weapon equally adapted to offense and defense." -Lone Wolf and Cub, Volume 4

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