Different type of splices include:

Short Splice
Used to join two pieces of identicle 3-strand rope

Long Splice
Used when shrouds or stays are broken. "Splice the Main Brace!"

Eye Splice
Used for making a permanent eye in 3-strand rope

Sail maker’s Eye Splice
Used in the roping of sails

Chain Splice
Used for splicing a rope to a chain

Shroud Knot
Used for repairing broken rigging etc.