Shashqa

• In Redwall: N/A
• Time Period: 16th century
• Origin: Russia (Caucasus)
• Description: The shashqa consists of a slightly curved or straight single-edged blade fitted into an unguarded hilt.
• Use: This was the sword of the Cossacks.  Cossacks took care of their weapons like treasured possessions. It was even said among them that "He is not a Cossack who has fouled weapons."  The shashqa could be used for both thrusting and slashing, but like most curved weapons, it was usually used for slashing.  It was often used by mounted soldiers.