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The word "Cadág" literally means "long knife". It is a type of dagger that has existed since long before the first settlers reached Borea. Many people carried the Cadág as a means of self-defense as well as a status symbol. Traditionally, it was a two-edged blade, mostly symmetrical, of about 30 centimeters in length. It was purely a weapon and not to be used for any other purpose. Instead, people would carry a second, smaller knife for any other purposes.
In Borea, the Cadág has evolved into more of a multi-purpose blade, as additional knifes cost money. For many travellers, the Cadág is one of the most valuable tools they possess. The size can vary between 20 and 30 centimeters and often has serrations for sawing or cutting meat. The one pictured here is a relatively simple version and is designed to be actually used in the wilderness. Cadáge worn by nobles or high-ranking military officers are typically much more ornamental, but lack the serrations as they are mostly purely symbolic.
Especially in rural areas, the Cadág is still considered an important symbol. A boy typically receives a Cadág upon reaching maturity, so for many it also is a symbol of adulthood and masculinity. It will often accompany him for many years to come, so the blades are typically of high quality. Oaths sworn on a Cadág are just as significant as oaths sworn on a sword and often they are kept in the family as heirlooms and displayed like an ancestral galery, even though they may no longer be useable.
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The Cadág was obviously inspired by the Scottish dirk. I really like the look and history behind it, and it made a lot of sense for something similar to exist in Borea. So here it is. Creating the blade did cost me a few nerves, but I think it turned out quite well in the end. The blade is 30cm (12") long, 4.35cm (1.71") wide and 0.6cm (0.24") thick. The grip, typically made from red pine (but sometimes also rarer types of wood) is 16cm (6.25") long. The whole dagger weighs about 0.7kg (1.5lbs).

Check out the Artstation post for more pictures: www.artstation.com/artwork/nYQ…

Description
The word "Cadág" literally means "long knife". It is a type of dagger that has existed since long before the first settlers reached Borea. Many people carried the Cadág as a means of self-defense as well as a status symbol. Traditionally, it was a two-edged blade, mostly symmetrical, of about 30 centimeters in length. It was purely a weapon and not to be used for any other purpose. Instead, people would carry a second, smaller knife for any other purposes.
In Borea, the Cadág has evolved into more of a multi-purpose blade, as additional knifes cost money. For many travellers, the Cadág is one of the most valuable tools they possess. The size can vary between 20 and 30 centimeters and often has serrations for sawing or cutting meat. The one pictured here is a relatively simple version and is designed to be actually used in the wilderness. Cadáge worn by nobles or high-ranking military officers are typically much more ornamental, but lack the serrations as they are mostly purely symbolic.
Especially in rural areas, the Cadág is still considered an important symbol. A boy typically receives a Cadág upon reaching maturity, so for many it also is a symbol of adulthood and masculinity. It will often accompany him for many years to come, so the blades are typically of high quality. Oaths sworn on a Cadág are just as significant as oaths sworn on a sword and often they are kept in the family as heirlooms and displayed like an ancestral galery, even though they may no longer be useable.
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The Cadág was obviously inspired by the Scottish dirk. I really like the look and history behind it, and it made a lot of sense for something similar to exist in Borea. So here it is. Creating the blade did cost me a few nerves, but I think it turned out quite well in the end. The blade is 30cm (12") long, 4.35cm (1.71") wide and 0.6cm (0.24") thick. The grip, typically made from red pine (but sometimes also rarer types of wood) is 16cm (6.25") long. The whole dagger weighs about 0.7kg (1.5lbs).

Check out the Artstation post for more pictures: www.artstation.com/artwork/nYQ…