stackyFACTSMost swords hang lazily at a fighter's side, pointing safely downward to avoid cutting the sheath.
Most swords hang lazily at a fighter's side, pointing safely downward to avoid cutting the sheath. However, the distinctly curved katana was traditionally tucked into a belt with the razor-sharp edge pointing straight up. This highly specific positioning meant the warrior could completely draw the blade and deliver a massive, lethal strike in one single, incredibly fluid upward motion, giving zero reaction time to an opponent.
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