Swords are the weapons of knights, samurai and other warriors throughout history. The sword tends to be the most powerful weapon on a medieval battleground. Although the sword require more training to be used effectively compared with other weapons. spears tended to be cheaper and easier to use and thus were more common. axes/maces and hammers were also used as tools so featured heavily on the battlefield. Only the sword has one purpose warfare and comes with responsibility in its use. Long blades tended to be used mostly by nobility as they were expensive to make.

The Sword should only be used to defend those who need defending. Of course for training purposes there is no greater work out than wielding a sword.