Fantasy author. Orthodox Christian universalist. Fencer. Strategy gamer. Metaphysician. Textual critic. Exegete. Appreciator of other cultures and their folk history. Yes, the sword in the photo is a 'chinese' katana. Yes, it's really sharp. No, the pommel is not remotely feasible. Yes, the pommel would probably cut someone's hands to ribbons, to use the sword. I like to think of the design as a visual parable. {g}
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