i mean one can use the vulnerability as bait so you could take out the opponent
yeah using a traditional scythe would not be as great , the bends in the blade and shaft make it really hard in battle, though to alight the blade and straighten the shaft would make it more useful
I found a weapon perfect for you. https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/25065
I hate how popular scythes are as weapons when really, they have super limited combat practicality and honestly just look really dumb in action (imo)
Magic ones are fine, I think ,but I agree that of all the designs, it has one of the least functional. If it was double edged and very, very sharp that could make a difference. I suppose as a staff for magic or something it isn't the worst either.