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The Ferozen axe, like most other close range weapons in history, eventually evolved to have a higher reach. The Chinese guandao inspired the Ferozen to manufacture more axe-like polearms, with which they could fight both individually and in formations.

Game Stats

Stand Fast!
-Antiquity & Melee-
Polearms of this kind were historically used to keep enemy troops at bay, and as such negate the DM advantage of an enemy charging against it.

Monster Hunter
The Eastern Bardiche is particularly suited for hunting down large creatures. Add an Easy DM to melee skill checks against non-sentient Large, Huge and Gigantic creatures.