Although several species of fungi are potentially pathogenic in humans, candida (esp. Candida albicans) is the organism responsible for most fungal infections. Candida, which is normally present within the human body, is usually harmless.
Japanese Katana were first made to be worn and used in battle by the Samurai class in feudal Japan. Katana are traditionally a long, single-edge sword with a square or round guard and a handle long enough for two hands. For info on care and maintenance of your katana or Samurai sword, visit our Sword Care page.
The first and most popular type of lance is the extremely long handled lance that was used by Jousting knights in tournaments. This type of lance could exceed 20 feet in length and typically had a modified point so as not to seriously injure an opponent. But lances were also used in real combat and they too could reach lengths of up to 14 feet. They had a combat point that was made to penetrate armor. Lances were often used by groups of soldiers to form a barrier much like the quills of a porcupine. 72 Lance . Medieval War Hammer Armor Piercing Weapon An exact replica of the war hammer used as a dominant weapon for piercing armor in the 15th century.