A combat evolution of the agricultural flail, the warflail pairs a wooden haft with two or three spiked iron heads joined by lengths of heavy chain. The chain’s play allows the heads to swing past a defender’s guard and strike from unexpected angles. Popular among professional soldiers for its armor-defeating reach, it demands room to swing and a steady grip.
Warflail
Spiked chain-joined heads bypassing guard; armor-defeating reach for professionals.