Melee Weapon

A melee weapon is any handheld weapon used in hand-to-hand combat, i.e. for use within the direct physical reach of the weapon itself, essentially functioning as an additional (and more impactful) extension of the user's limbs. The user adds their strength modifier to the weapons attack roll.   Melee weapons can be generally put into three categories   Peircing weapons like spears, pikes, lances, and military forks. These weapons typically have a sharp point designed to inflict penetrating trauma onto a target. Deals piercing damage.   Edged weapons like swords, daggers, axes, and war scythes. These weapons are designed to cut or dismember a target. Deals slashing damage.   Blunt weapons like clubs, maces, war hammers, staves, and flails. These weapons are designed to inflict blunt trauma onto a target. Deals bludgeoning damage.