Cakera : Cakera (also spelled chakra, chakera or cakra) literally means wheel or disc. In silat, the word can refer either to energy centres along the body or a circular weapon made of steel. It was based on the chakram or war-quoit but, unlike its Indian counterpart, the cakera is torus-like rather than flat or sharp. The cakera is often paired and it can either be thrown or wielded as a blunt weapon in close combat.
Gada / Gedak : The gedak is a steel mace, essentially consisting of a sphere connected to a handle. Originally from India, it is often associated with the monkey god Hanuman. It is possible to use two gedak at once but, because of their size and weight, this is best suited for larger and more muscular fighters.
Toyak / Tembong : The words toyak, belantan or tembong refers to a cudgel, cane or short stick. Sticks are also commonly called kayu which means literally means wood, though it could be made of any material. The techniques used with the stick could also be applied to similar objects for the purpose of self-defense. Most notable among these is the seruling or flute played during silat demonstrations as well as other cultural performances.
Flail weapons
Ekor pari : Literally meaning stingray tail, the ekor pari is a whip. Also known as a sauku, it is usually made of rope. Whips were originally used for urging animals forward or punishing criminals, and also as a form of torture. It was carried by wrapping it around the waist underneath the sarong. The whip was said to be popular among female silat exponents because of its light weight.
Rantai : The rantai is a chain which can be swung or used to lock and seize opponents. It can sometimes be substituted with a length of rope (tali). In some styles, a spearhead is attached to one end of the chain or rope.
