Bearded axe

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.
==History==
===Viking Age===
Bearded axes were used by the Vikings in combat. Occasionally they were dual-wielded.Assassin's Creed: Valhalla
===Renaissance===
By the time of the Renaissance a "Bearded Axe" was a heavy bladed two-handed battle axe.Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood This inaccurate description was also carried onto the Ottoman Empire.Assassin's Creed: Revelations
==Weapon statistics==
===Anglo-Saxon England (9th century)===
Name	Class	Atk	Spd	Stun	Crit Pre	Wgt	Availability
===Italian Renaissance (16th century)===
Name 	Damage	Speed	Deflect	Cost	Availability
Bearded Axe	 	 	 	 	
===Ottoman Empire (16th century)===
Name 	Damage	Speed	Deflect	Cost	Availability
Bearded Axe	 	 	 	 	
==Appearances==
*Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood 
*Assassin's Creed: Revelations
*Assassin's Creed: Valhalla
==References==
Category:Types of axes
Category:9th century weapons
Category:16th century weapons