khopeshs
The khopesh is a sickle-sword that originated in ancient Egypt. Its name derives from the Egyptian word for "curved leg" and is sometimes translated as "sickle sword". The khopesh was a distinctive weapon characterized by its crescent-shaped blade that curved forward, with a sharpened inner edge and often a pointed tip. This design allowed it to be used for both slashing and hooking.
Archaeological evidence suggests the khopesh emerged during the Second Intermediate Period of Egypt, around the 17th
The khopesh was typically made of bronze and later iron. Its unique form made it effective in