Guan Dao (Halberd)
Polearm / Bladed
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginChina (Three Kingdoms (3rd Century))
Wield TypeDouble-handed
MaterialWooden shaft, heavy steel blade
Length180 - 220 cm cm
Weight2.5 - 5.0 kg kg
History
Named after the legendary General Guan Yu. Originally a cavalry weapon, today a heavy weapon used to test strength and structure in martial arts.
About
Due to its heavy weight (sometimes over 5 kg in training), its technique relies on momentum, torque, and wide foundational stances rather than arm strength.