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The Nagamaki

Believed to be first introduced in the Heian Period (794 to 1185), the nagamaki was a Japanese sword carried by many Samurai. The blade was forged ...

The Scottish Claymore

Carried by the fierce Scottish Highlanders from 1400-1700, the claymore has become well-known for its heavy blade and intimidating length. It's a s...

The Japanese Greatsword: The Ōdachi

The retainers held still as the swordsmith unwrapped the parcel, revealing an unusually long sword. “This an Ōdachi. They are incredibly difficult ...

Watch Genji's Sword Being Forged

According to Overwatch lore, Genji’s Odachi is named Ryu-ichimonji and has never been inspected, examined, or repaired by anyone other than Genji. ...

The Magic of the “Blood Groove” (Bo-Hi)

Kuna was frustrated. It seemed no matter how hard or long she practiced, she never could make her sword move as fast as she wanted it to. Her teac...