Machete

The Machete is the second shortest Melee weapon, added in Pre-Release.

Combat
The Machete is the third best Melee weapon, as it hits more than the Bat, as well as having the same reach. Even though the Machete has short reach, it still has good damage. Dealing damage quickly and in succession is key, as it will encourage your enemy to get away from you.

If you use it right, it will kill or greatly injure an opponent quickly and even can kill a Fire Axe or Katana user.

Trivia

 * Like the Katana, the Machete spawns in a sheath, and when disarmed or dropped, it will be shown unsheathed.