An epee is a type of sword with a four-letter blade and a large, bell-shaped guard. It is primarily used in fencing and is the heaviest of the three weapons used in the sport. A RAPIER is a type of sword with a six-letter blade that is slender and sharply pointed. It was popular during the Renaissance period and is often used in theatrical performances. A SABER is a type of sword with a five-letter blade that is curved and single-edged. It is typically used in cavalry combat and is the lightest of the three weapons used in fencing.