Media pica
#Equipment #melee_weapon
The media pica (half pike) was a shortened pike, typically about 2½ to 3½ yards long, designed for greater maneuverability than the full battlefield pike. It provided infantry with extended reach for formation fighting while remaining practical in confined terrain, urban combat, and irregular warfare. In the early modern period, it was commonly used by Spanish troops, including conquistadors, alongside swords, shields, and early firearms.
| TL | Name | Skill | Damage | Reach | Parry | Cost | Weight | ST | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Media pica | Spear | thr+2 imp | 2, 3* | 0U | $60 | 5 | 11 | |
| 2 | two hands | Spear | thr+3 imp | 2, 3* | 0 | - | - | 10† |
Source:
- GURPS 4th - Low-Tech, page 62 which suggests using the Long Spear or Spear as stats.
- GURPS 4th - Low-Tech, page 71 (table stats)