====== Halberd ======

{{ rpd:images:halberd_item.png|Halberd }}

The Halberd is a polearm weapon with high damage but slower attack speed. It combines the reach of a spear with the cutting power of an axe.

==== Stats ====
  * **Tier**: 6
  * **Damage**: 6 (1d6+6)
  * **Speed**: 1.1x (Slower than normal)
  * **Accuracy**: 1.0x (Normal accuracy)
  * **Required Strength**: 20
  * **Weight**: 14

==== Description ====
The Halberd is a heavy polearm that delivers devastating blows. Its axe-like head allows for powerful cutting attacks while maintaining the reach of a polearm. However, its weight makes it slower to swing than other melee weapons.

==== Usage ====
  * As a tier 6 weapon, it's one of the most damaging polearms available
  * Requires 20 strength to use without penalty
  * Slower attack speed (1.1x multiplier) requires good positioning
  * High single-hit damage makes it effective against armored enemies

==== Mechanics ====
  * **Attack Range**: Normal melee range (not extended like spears)
  * **Damage Type**: Physical (cutting)
  * **Upgradeable**: Can be upgraded with \[\[\1:scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scrolls of Upgrade]]
  * **Enchantments**: Compatible with \[\[\1:enchantments|weapon enchantments]]

==== Strategy ====
  * Effective against heavily armored enemies due to high base damage
  * Slower attack speed requires careful timing and positioning
  * High strength requirement limits use to strong characters
  * Best used when you can trade hits with enemies

==== Availability ====
  * Sometimes found in shops on later floors
  * Can be found in treasure rooms and chests
  * Rarely dropped by enemies

==== Code References ====
  * Java Class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/items/guts/weapon/melee/Halberd.java|Halberd.java]]
  * Parent Class: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/weapon/melee/Polearm.java|Polearm.java]]
  * Registration: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/nyrds/pixeldungeon/items/common/ItemFactory.java|ItemFactory.java]]

==== See Also ====
  * \[\[\1:melee_weapon_item|Melee Weapons]]
  * \[\[\1:glaive_item|Glaive]]
  * \[\[\1:claymore_item|Claymore]]
  * \[\[\1:polearms|Polearms]]

{{tag> rpd weapons melee polearm tier6 }}