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Number of Blossarys: 51
English (EN) A Japanese greatsword. Sometimes considered impractical due to the difficulty in forging a large blade, the odachi fell out of combat use and is more known as a possible offering to a shrine.
A sword with a grip for two handed use but not heavy enough to prevent one handed use. Used during the 13th to the 17th centuries, with the most use during the late medieval and early Renaissance.
A one handed sword with a wavy edge to help deflect other swords from the edge with its motion, as well as increase the area of a thrusting-induced wound.
A sword of German origin used during the Renaissance. A one-handed shortsword with a figure eight guard to protect the user's hand should the opponent's blade go down to the hilt.
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.
A large Filipino sword that can be wielded with one or two hands. The pommel is typically a dragon or a snake head, and the sword is one of the Philippines's biggest.
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 Originally made from bronze, and then steel as the technology for it advanced.
