text: An early version of this object was called the doru. These objects could be used to make bothnamesake “wall” and “hedge” formations.
full_question: An early version of this object was called the doru. These objects could be used to make bothnamesake “wall” and “hedge” formations. The hetairoi mastered the use of one called the xyston,which was double-ended. A later variant of this object made from heavy cornel wood was calledthe (*) sarissa. It was key to the phalanx formation of hoplites, who used this weapon while making a“shield wall.” For 10 points, name this weapon made of a sharp point atop a long, wooden shaft.
first_sentence: An early version of this object was called the doru. These objects could be used to make bothnamesake “wall” and “hedge” formations.