Author: Alby Butler

Alby Butler is a writer for Malevus who specializes in historical weaponry. He obtained an undergraduate degree in history and went on to pursue a graduate degree in military history, during which he extensively researched the evolution and utilization of weapons throughout history.

Weapons

Arondight: The Legendary Sword of Lancelot

Lancelot facing two dragons with his sword. Artwork from between circa 1404 and circa 1460

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date April 11, 2023

Weapons

The Sword of Archangel Michael: Origin & History

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date April 10, 2023

Weapons

Jo Staff: A Stick Designed to Beat Katana

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 23, 2023

History

How Strong Were Archers in History?

Archer sculpture by Salvatore Melani (1902-1934).

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 15, 2023

History

Were Archers Vulnerable in Combat and Seen Weak?

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 15, 2023

Weapons

Atlatl: One of the First Mechanical Inventions in History

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 14, 2023

Weapons

Tekkan: An Armor-Crushing Sword Without a Blade

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 11, 2023

Weapons

Kanabo: The Strongest Mace of the Samurai

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 11, 2023

Weapons

Jitte: Japanese Police Used Iron Rulers When Katana Was Too Sharp

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date March 9, 2023

Weapons

Crocea Mors: Julius Caesar’s Legendary Sword

A detailed replica of Julius Caesar's sword gladius, Crocea Mors.

Post author By Alby Butler
Post date January 10, 2023