Longsword

A longsword is a type of Griswulfen sword characterized as having a cruciform hilt with a grip for both one-handed and two-handed use, a straight double-edge blade of around 33 to 43 inches, and weighing approximately 2.2 to 3.3 lbs. The "longsword" type exists in a morphological continuum with the Griswulfen arming sword. It has been prevalent since the mid-to-late Age of Enlightenment, and is often wielded by Griswulfen knights.

Liberis Technique
The standard fighting technique with a longsword up until the Age of Dracae was known as the Liberis Technique. Named after the spring constellation recognized in Draven, this technique was created for use in duels. Most effective against opponents with smaller weapons, a fighter's main goal was to be the first person to strike the opponent; whether or not the strike was fatal. Due to the sheer size of the longsword, this technique proved effective as enemies simply could not get close enough to land an attack on the sword's wielder. The Liberis technique consisted mainly of horizontal and diagonal slashed, and was a very aggressive fighting style. However, it proved to be very ineffective against enemies with longer or heavier weapons, as any downward strike against the sword's wielder would prove immediately fatal.

Modern Technique
The modern fighting style used when wielding a longsword does not currently have a name. Revolving around disabling your opponent, or otherwise quickly breaking their defense/attack, then finishing them with a piercing strike. Fighters are trained to predict their opponent's movements, and allow them to make the first move, opening a small window for the longsword's wielder to lunge in and pierce their opponent's armor. This technique is especially effective against other sword wielders, but with training, can prove useful against almost any opponent. However, enemies with long polearms have been known counters to those using the modern longsword technique, due to the low risk involved in striking from a distance.