Crossguard
Crossguard In a sword, the crossguard (or cross-guard) is a flat bar ... between the blade and the hilt. The crossguard stops other blades from sliding down onto ... the sword's wielder during combat. The crossguard is the simplest form of guard; as ... evolved into lighter, faster duelling weapons, the crossguard became more elaborate, forming first quillions, ...
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Zanpakutō
... a small, black sword with a manji crossguard. Concentrates spiritual energy and increases the user ... Ability: Upon the initial release, the blade, crossguard, and hilt all turn white, and a ...
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Two-handed sword
... a foot long handle with a large crossguard, a handle above the crossguard braided in leather, and a six foot ...
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User talk:Garykirk/Archive 1
... 16:51, 23 December 2005 (UTC) re crossguard Now redirects to better article. thanks for ...
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Swastikas in popular culture
... wields a sword with a manji-shaped crossguard. In the Tenjho Tenge manga and anime ...
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Kaname Tōsen
... Suzumushi looks like the regular katana. Its crossguard is shaped like a tear drop, and ...
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Yachiru Kusajishi
... a child-like flower pattern on the crossguard. Since Yachiru holds the rank of lieutenant ...
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Rukia Kuchiki
... and is completely white, including the hilt, crossguard, and blade. The command phrase for its ...
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Butterfly sword
... pairs. The sword has also a small crossguard to protect the hands of the wielder ...
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Nandao
... weight, and it has a large metal crossguard useful in deflecting blows and hooking the ...
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