Weapons popular in Morrowind can be categorized according
to their material and craft. The following are described approximately
in order of value and utility.
Chitin
These native Dunmer weapons are created from the sturdy but
light exoskeletons of local creatures. Layers of chitin are
typically laminated using bug resin glues to form strong but
flexible weapons. The serrated edges of the original materials
are exploited to create especially wicked daggers and slashing
weapons.
Iron
For centuries, cheap and serviceable iron and iron-reinforced
weapons have been produced in quantity for the Legions. These
and similarly made iron weapons are in use throughout the Empire.
Steel
Imperial steel weapons are standard issue for the elite units
of the Legions. Nobles, merchant-traders, and professional
mercenaries prefer the higher quality materials and craftsmanship
of Imperial steel. Various other weapons of exotic design
(in particular, the tantos and katanas made in the Akaviri
style) are also made of high-quality steel.
Silver
High-quality steel is plated or filagreed with silver because
of the arcane effects of the precious metal on the flesh of
magical and supernatural creatures. Well-heeled aristocrats
and bravos also sport such weapons for their distinctive elegance.
Dwarven
These refined and elegant weapons resist corrosion and retain
their edge in spite of hard use, and are notable among the
distinctive relics of the extinct Dwemer race. Enterprising
adventurers risk life and limb to recover these ornate, heavy
weapons from the Dwarven ruins scattered throughout Tamriel.
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