Weapons are an integral part of many nations, societies and civilizations. They are used not just as a means of self-defense, but also as a tool to deter aggression and as symbols of authority, power and prestige. Throughout human history and into modern day, weapons have been an essential part of warfare, law enforcement and personal protection.

The first weapons were primitive, such as rocks, sticks, and animal bones. As technology advanced, so did the complexity and power of weapons, resulting in innovative and formidable units. Ancient weapons included swords, spears, bows and arrows, and firearms.