Pointless weapons are weapons that are not effective in combat, such as epees. Epees are a type of fencing sword that is used in sport fencing. They have a thin, flexible blade and a large bell guard to protect the hand. Unlike other fencing swords, epees do not have a cutting edge and are designed to score points by making contact with the opponent's body. As such, they are considered to be a pointless weapon in a real-world combat situation.