My Swords

The fantasy swords   that are used in fantasy novels and stories typically have magical properties, suggesting that they may in fact be made of steel or some other metal that is impervious to damage.  It is possible, however, for these wonderful swords to be made entirely out of materials such as wood or metal. Whatever the case may be, there are various types of swords with different abilities and effects.    These various types of swords are used by many different heroes in battle throughout history and talk about their abilities such as what kind of weapon they best work against, who can use them effectively (i.e., not just the hero), and what powers they may have aside from inflicting damage on an opponent. Major Qualities of Fantasy Swords If you don't hold any knowledge about what makes a sword fantasy, here is my take on the 3 major qualities of fantasy swords. ·          Vivid Images in Your Head:  This...

Swords in military history are not just symbolic of honor and power, but also a way of life. They have historically been a primary weapon, utilized by fierce warriors around the world since earliest times. Though they're not exclusively used for battle, swords have been and still are used in various other contexts besides warring for subjugating enemies, including ceremonially to signify rank or as part of ceremonial dress. Swords as Historical Weapons: Military swords are weapons that have historically been used by armies as well as generals on the battlefield. Historically, these swords have been used in the context of warfare and the military. However, they are not exclusive to the battlefield—they can be used for other purposes besides war. The fact that a sword was used for many different reasons over time is reflected in its design.  In terms of military history, most people associate swords with warfare and fighting, but there was and still is a long history of swords...

Swords have played a significant role in history for as long as there have been swords. In fact, swords are like the quintessential status symbol with a rich and noble past. They represent power and royalty and are even sometimes seen as badges of honor (and when you say “sword”, most people would think of the katana or samurai one).  Useful Weapons of All Times It can be utilized for anything from cutting down trees to slashing an enemy’s throat, but they looked beautiful attached to their sheaths just sitting around. They usually come in two types: longswords and shortswords. Longswords have been around for centuries longer than shortswords, but both are associated with great men and women in history.  The Romans had the gladius, a short saber that was thrust into opponents’ bodies or tied around their necks, while the Chinese had their own long one that was so heavy they would throw it at the enemy. From England to Africa, to India and down even to the Americas these ...

The development of swords is a long and complicated history. The earliest evidence of these appears in ancient Egyptian society as early as 3200 BC. They are usually depicted as ceremonial symbols, like an icon of the deity or a symbol for royal authority and power.  These weapons were used to fight enemies, but also for hunting or fishing expeditions, before metalworking became common in Mesopotamia around 1300 BC.  They remained largely unchanged for many centuries after their creation, but advances both in warfare and metalworking eventually led to sword designs that were lighter than previous models, easier to wield and more efficient at killing opponents.  Introduction of the Swords The introduction of these weapons to the medieval world came in the later Middle Ages, where they had been developed and refined by Arab swordsmiths and Greek Byzantines. The strong emphasis on European warfare from the late 13th century created demand for superior categories, wh...

A training sword is a wooden or metal blade with a straight handle, used as a training mock-up for historical martial arts weapons such as swords and sabres. These swords are typically made with cheaper material and have a large blade width. They are similar to one-time use swords that you would buy at the store.  This makes them perfect for practice in particular because they won't break if accidentally struck against another sword or object. It's important that your training sword has a blade width of 2⅔". This will allow it to be used with your three-weapon class forms and still make contact with the other two weapons. Origins of Training Sabers The origins of these swords date back to Ancient Rome, when the legionaries were practicing their skills in a place called Campus Martius. They used short javelins with sharpened edges, which were the closest thing to today’s modern pilum or spear. This gave rise to a tradition of training with long spears.  These long ...

The word katana is a Japanese word meaning “sword”. It is often translated as "samurai sword" in English, but this translation isn't completely accurate. The term samurais applies to individuals who served the Samurai caste in feudal Japan and not to any particular item that they used. The correct translation for  katana would be a "modern sword". So what exactly is a modern sword ? Broadly speaking, it's an edged weapon that was developed in the 17th century by Blacksmiths from Japan who were seeking to perfect their craft and create weapons for the samurai warrior class. To understand what a modern sword is, it might be a good idea to first examine the history of the weapon and how it was created. Invention of Katanas- Interesting Facts The process that led to the creation of these real swords began in the early 1600's during Japan's "Warring States" period. In an effort to bring peace and order back to their country, Japanese warlo...