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Sovnya

Okay kiddo, do you know what a stick with a sharp point at one end is called? Yes, it's a spear. But have you ever heard of a spear that also has a curved blade on the other end? That's called a sovnya (pronounced sov-nyah).

Sovnya is a kind of weapon that was used in olden times, especially in Russia. It was mainly used by soldiers and knights in battle. The curved blade on one end of the spear was used to attack enemies and the pointed end was used to defend and block enemy attacks.

The sovnya was not just used for battles. It was also used as a tool for hunting and cutting trees or any other kind of wood in daily life. The sovnya was a very versatile weapon and tool, and it was quite popular in its time.

In summary, a sovnya is a weapon and tool that has a sharp blade on one end and a pointed end on the other. It was used by soldiers and knights in battles and also for hunting and everyday activities.
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