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A Japanese broadsword. It is straight, unlike its more famous brother the katana. The Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, one of the Three Imperial Regalia, is said to be a tsurugi and not a katana.

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

The famous Japanese style curved sword. Often wielded with two hands, however, some styles hold it with just one. This sword is associated with the samurai caste in Japan.

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

Called the Gentleman of Weapons, the Jian is a two-edged, one-handed sword of Chinese origin. Originally made from bronze, and then steel as the technology for it advanced.

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

A straight two edged sword used in the martial art of Taijiquan. The modern version of Wushu uses a lighter version to allow for quicker movement, but the weight is what allows the body to be ...

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

Chinese sabers with a single edge. Meant for chopping more than thrusting, the dao has a large blade to provide the momentum with which to cut enemies down easily. One of the four major weapons, ...

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

A curved sword designed for cutting. The saber has a guard extending all the way down the hilt to protect the hand from injury. Not closely related to the use of the saber in fencing.

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

A thin sword designed for thrusting attacks, with a very ornate, elegant, and complex hilt to prevent damage to the wielder's hand. It can cut but the thinness of the blade made it more practical to ...

Domain: Military; Kategória: Weapons

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