Tinbe-Rochin

Tinbe-Rochin were two weapons wielded as a pair: a short spear (the tinbe) and a small shield (the rochin), both excellent for close quarters or the rolling deck of a ship. The haft of the tinbe was cut short, and the head was often shaped to accommodate both stabbing and slashing motions. The rochin could be made of many different materials, including wood or turtle shell, and was generally used to deflect rather than block with full force. If executed properly, this allowed the wielder to open their opponent to a killing strike with the tinbe.