The crossguard is not that great either, and I wouldn’t trust it to ward off a blow or collect a strike.īut, when it’s all said and done, it’s a fantasy weapon. Then there’s the unnecessary circular item just above the grip or handle, which imo would just make the balance of the blade completely off. It’s a fantasy weapon, yes, but it has no riser or fuller meaning it’s mostly meant for slashing, and I doubt realistically the blade could withstand much in the way of durability after several thrusting attacks. Nothing more and nothing less.Ĭlassification came about later on, falling into various categories under the oakeshott categories.Īll of that having been said, the Master Sword would be considered a Long Sword, or, perhaps more accurately, a hand and half or Bastard sword if you will.Įven then, the weapon is not exactly ideal imo due to it’s design.
There was no such thing as a broadsword, arming sword, bastard sword, longsword or any such thing to the people of that time. Keep in mind that typology back in the medieval era didn’t really exist.
