By lyuesword | 03 September 2021 | 0 Comments
FAMOUS WESTERN SWORDS & JAPANESE SWORDS
For today’s post we decided to take a look at famous medieval swords, both Western and Japanese.
On both sides of the world there have been really significant swords. Weapons that are easily recognizable not only by their appearance, but by what they mean.
Note: We’re not saying that any sword is better than the other. We’re just comparing western swords with their Japanese equivalents.
Excalibur vs Kusanagi
According to English legends, Excalibur is a sword of unparalleled power. It was stuck in a stone until Arthur drew it, becoming the king of England.
While it is not officially specified what type of sword Excalibur was, it is often depicted as a greatsword. These are the conventional Western swords. They are not very flashy, but they are effective on the battlefield.
On the other hand, we have the Kusanagi no Tsurugi. This sword is as important to Japan as Excalibur is to Britain.
Susanoo found the Kusanagi no Tsurugi inside one of the tails of an evil giant snake. Years later, this sword fell into the hands of Prin-ce Yamato Takeru.
While defending himself from an ambush in which his enemies were shooting burning arrows, Takeru discovered that the sword had hidden powers. With it he could control the wind, moving it in the direction of his swings. He was able to turn the tables and redirect the flames towards his opponents.
As with the Excalibur, it has never been specified what type of sword the Kusanagi is, so its appearance is left to the imagination.
The sword is supposed to exist, but only the emperor and a select group of Shinto have been able to see it.
Tyrfing vs. a Katana of Muramasa
If we move into the realm of Norse mythology, we’ll find Tyrfing. This is a cursed sword forged by dwarves under the command of Odin’s grandson. Svafrlami’s plan was to get the strongest sword in the world. Instead, he got a sword that ended up being the cause of his death.
Legend has it that the Tyrfing burns like fire, and once drawn it must kill someone. If he cannot kill anyone, the sword will turn against its own bearer, killing him.
Something similar was told about the famous demon swords forged by Muramasa.
It was said that these swords were hungry for blood. Once drawn, they could not be sheathed again without first taking someone’s life. Again, if there is no one to kill, the sword will turn against its bearer to kill him.
These swords would also have the power to control their bearer, leading them to murder whoever is nearby.
Want a unique sword? Feel free to contact us:
Email: lyueswords@hotmail.com
Website: www.lyuesword.com
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On both sides of the world there have been really significant swords. Weapons that are easily recognizable not only by their appearance, but by what they mean.
Note: We’re not saying that any sword is better than the other. We’re just comparing western swords with their Japanese equivalents.
Excalibur vs Kusanagi
According to English legends, Excalibur is a sword of unparalleled power. It was stuck in a stone until Arthur drew it, becoming the king of England.
While it is not officially specified what type of sword Excalibur was, it is often depicted as a greatsword. These are the conventional Western swords. They are not very flashy, but they are effective on the battlefield.
On the other hand, we have the Kusanagi no Tsurugi. This sword is as important to Japan as Excalibur is to Britain.
Susanoo found the Kusanagi no Tsurugi inside one of the tails of an evil giant snake. Years later, this sword fell into the hands of Prin-ce Yamato Takeru.
While defending himself from an ambush in which his enemies were shooting burning arrows, Takeru discovered that the sword had hidden powers. With it he could control the wind, moving it in the direction of his swings. He was able to turn the tables and redirect the flames towards his opponents.
As with the Excalibur, it has never been specified what type of sword the Kusanagi is, so its appearance is left to the imagination.The sword is supposed to exist, but only the emperor and a select group of Shinto have been able to see it.
Tyrfing vs. a Katana of Muramasa
If we move into the realm of Norse mythology, we’ll find Tyrfing. This is a cursed sword forged by dwarves under the command of Odin’s grandson. Svafrlami’s plan was to get the strongest sword in the world. Instead, he got a sword that ended up being the cause of his death.
Legend has it that the Tyrfing burns like fire, and once drawn it must kill someone. If he cannot kill anyone, the sword will turn against its own bearer, killing him.
Something similar was told about the famous demon swords forged by Muramasa.
It was said that these swords were hungry for blood. Once drawn, they could not be sheathed again without first taking someone’s life. Again, if there is no one to kill, the sword will turn against its bearer to kill him.
These swords would also have the power to control their bearer, leading them to murder whoever is nearby.
Want a unique sword? Feel free to contact us:
Email: lyueswords@hotmail.com
Website: www.lyuesword.com
Custom Sword Page: www.lyuesword.com/Custom-Sword/customization-options/Create-Your-Own-Swords
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