Name of Weapon: Short Blade
Type of Weapon: Dagger
What does it do: Used for up close combat, can also be used for assassinations in the off chance that the Hidden Blade is ineffective.
Long or short range: Short
History: Altair received this at the same time as his other weapons upon joining the Assassin's Brotherhood. The holster for the Short Blade is strapped to his back, allowing for it to be drawn and sheathes easily in case he needs to be in a hurry.