#NODACHI

[cultofthewyrm]

by Leekypooart

[colinmkl]

#WIPTOBER

Reposting my boy Odachi, my Warforged Samurai Fighter, because he is PEAK! 50% honorable, 50% killing machine, 100% empty head no thoughts doofus dingus.

[cutecuttlefish]

The sword of the day is the nodachi.

The Japanese katana, despite its notoriety, was better suited to personal defense than as a proper battlefield weapon. Not so for the nodachi. This is the Japanese equivalent of the European greatsword or zweihänder. It was used as an anti-cavalry weapon, either on foot or on horseback, and the cutting power it offered made it effective for this purpose. By the Edo period, the nodachi had all but fallen out of favor as a practical weapon, replaced by spears and guns. Especially large versions of this sword, called ōdachi, were sometimes made specifically as offerings to shrines; some of these are too large to be wielded practically, and are among the largest swords ever made.

Thank you to @thegenderfluidgokenin for helping me write this one! If anyone reading happens to know about weapons, especially African or Chinese weapons, please let me know!

[we-are-samurai]

14th Century Samurai, by Zerkarsonder

[forgedraptor]

ive always wondered about Kikoku

like theyre a cursed sword but it was stated in Wano theres only a select few

it makes me think if it was a normal Wano sword, given to Flevance and maybe Law came back, found it in the ashes of his ruined country and it turned into a cursed sword

all the death, screaming and horror of the dead in Flevance clung unto the nodachi, because inanimate or not, it saw it all

the tragedy created the cursed sword itself.

Law found it (or the sword, no the people of Flevance found him) and he just instantly knew what the nodachi really was and what it became

and thats why Law carries it everywhere and uses it for everything; because in a way its like hes bringing everyone in the city with him

the nodachi has become the people of Flevance or atleast their remnants: their rage, anger, horror and pain from what was done to them.

it is called 'ghost wail' afterall

[pad-wubbo]

"Star Samurai"

Charcoal on paper.

A deepsea star, brandishing five bladed weapons. Don't fuck with it.

CC-BY-SA 4.0

[spacevixenmusic]

Source: Sekirei: Pure Engagement [2010]

[erik-murphy1981]

Lightsaber designs for a friend

[coolkatana-store]

SHIRASAYA

Shirasaya is a simple and elegant samurai sword, mostly made of natural dried rough wood, and there are other natural woods with less resin. The material is simple and natural; it is loved by many collectors because of its simplicity and elegance. A must for every katana collector.

Coolkatana offers you Shirasaya designed from Japan, hand forged by swordsmiths with 200 years of casting technology in Longquan, China.

Shirasaya for Sale - Why You Should Buy Shirasaya

Swords are a part of Japanese culture, and are used for a variety of purposes. Swords can be used for sword fighting, practicing martial arts, or as decoration. When you buy a sword, you want to make sure that you are getting the best quality for your money. The sword should be strong and durable, but also beautiful and eye-catching. One of the best ways to achieve this is by purchasing a shirasaya for sale instead of a regular sword sheath.

If you want to buy a sword, there are many different options available. You can purchase swords that were made by master craftsmen, or you can buy mass produced swords that are available at every major retailer.

There are also swords that were made in China, but they have become increasingly popular over the last few years.

Shirasaya swords have been gaining popularity recently because they are affordable and easy to use. These swords are not only affordable but they also look really cool and unique.

There are many reasons why you should buy hand forged shirasaya on COOLKATANA:

1) They Are Affordable

2) They Are Easy To Use And Handle

3) They Are Durable And Long Lasting

What is Shirasaya Swords Used For?

Shirasaya swords were traditionally used for practice purposes. However, they are also used for display and collection purposes as well. The blades of these swords are usually made from carbon steel or stainless steel.

Why Are They Called Shirasaya Swords?

The name of these swords comes from the Japanese word shirasu which means “to lean” or “to rest”. The reason behind this name is that the blade of these swords are not sharpened like a katana but instead they have a blunt edge so they do not cut anything while they are resting in their scabbards during transit or when they are not in use.

How Long is a Shirasaya Sword?

The length of a shirasaya sword is measured from the tip of the blade to the bottom of the handle. This can vary depending on the type of sword and its purpose.

The average length for most shirasaya swords is about 30 inches. The exact measurements are not as important in Japanese shirasaya swords as they are in other types of blade because this type of sword does not have much use outside of ceremonial purposes.

Japanese swords were primarily used in combat, so it was important for them to be sharp, strong and durable enough to cut through armor and flesh without breaking or bending. A Japanese shirasaya sword is meant to be used more like an ornamental piece, so these aspects are less important than they would be if it were designed for actual combat purposes.

Shirasaya swords also come in many different styles and shapes based on their intended use or owner's preferences. Some have curved blades or slightly different shapes than others because they were designed to fit certain needs better than others.

Shirasaya VS Katana

The samurai sword is one of the most iconic weapons ever created. The katana is just one of many different types of samurai swords with a distinctive shape and design, but it's also the most well-known. Its popularity has led many other swordsmiths to create similar weapons that have earned the name "katana," even though they are not technically authentic Japanese swords. This article will compare and contrast these two types of swords so you can see how they differ from each other and which one might be right for you.

If you're not familiar with the Japanese shirasaya, it is a sword that does not have an edge. Instead it has a straight blade and can be used for training purposes. The katana has both edges and a sharp point on its tip so that it can be used in different ways.

The main difference between these two types of swords is their function and usage, which makes them perfect for different occasions. The katana is more suited to combat situations while the shirasaya is more suitable for martial arts training or display purposes such as exhibitions.

[demigod-of-the-agni]

No one:

Sephiroth: > Appears out of nowhere > Saves Cloud from certain death > Kills the boss of the fight > Refuses to save Cloud from drowning > Leaves

[totallyseiso]

Since yugioh is bullshittingly complicated and really is just an arms race to get your instant win cards out before your opponent, I asked a guy at the yugioh thingy about recommendations for a different one and he suggested one called "cardfight vanguard" or something, which he ditched yugioh for, and after a few minutes of googling I found this card

If the other card designs fuck this hard then I have to look into playing this

[vulcanette]

hmm… gotta go back and rewatch or wait for another moment w law bc I was thinking like. I know law is tall. He’s big. But. Is it goofy when he’s drawing Kikoku bc she’s such a huge sword. Like. What is the draw like on that bad gal

[hirazuki]

Okay y'all, I'm going to be doing a shoot with Mairon in the forest in a couple of weeks and could use some ideas for props for him!

It's a very general concept, just a smoke generator and colored gel lights in the woods. Going for a Lieutenant of Angband/First Age Beleriand vibe. I'll probably try to work in some forlorn/beat-up post-War of Wrath shots (not drowning; we're not soaking this version because of the fake leather armor, though I fully intend on doing a drowned Sauron look too at some point XD), but there's nothing concrete beyond that. Some moody aesthetic shots, some menacing shots.

I've got a blade and lots of fake blood on the list. What else should I add?? 👀

[we-are-samurai]

Orc Samurai, by Dat Phan

[eorzeashan]

I was right: that beast is MASSIVE

[facts-i-just-made-up]

Who made the biggest sword ever?

"Biggest" can mean a few things:

The heaviest sword of all time is the 468lb "Le Glaive Chungeuse" of King Louis LXIX, so heavy nobody could wield it.

The longest sword ever made was the Gobai-nodachi, or "quintuple length longsword" forged by Masayoshi Johnson for a ceremony said to have resulted in the deaths of everyone present.

The thickest sword, three feet thick but only six inches long, was the Hungarian Chodesaber, which was used mostly for flattening dough.

The widest sword is currently the Grand Coronation Stub of King Charles, ruler of England as of March 2024. Shaped like a shallow isosceles triangle, its tip is almost 165 degrees.

The most expensive sword ever forged was the Diamond Sprinklesword of Muffy von Fitzwiggle-Plumnugget, which a rich Californian gave to his chihuahua for its third birthday. It could have paid to feed 30 billion people for five lifetimes.

The "biggest" sword in terms of fame and notoriety is the Sword of Damocles, which metaphorically hangs over the head of those with power as a reminder to be responsible lest they grow greedy or despotic. It has not been seen since around November of 2016.

Though not "big" per se, the sharpest sword of all time is currently being constructed at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN, and will be exactly one hydrogen ion thick at its point. It will be used exclusively to get the gunk out from the fingernails of the intern who is forging it. And God knows Harold needs it, just look at them on his facebook they're fucking disgusting.