Chapter 63: Developing a technique

Swordsmanship. The art of flowing blades, stillness of steel and conviction of the wielder. They say that the sword is not just a weapon but it reflects the true meaning of one's will.

Whatever size the sword has or what kind of steel it was made of is insignificant, as long as the wielder is nothing but an empty husk, having no reason to wield such a fine blade.

In the world of swords and blades, there rises a question. A question imposed by the First generation's Sixth Herald, who wielded the Heraldic Mask, Tengu:

"Before taking up a blade, what was the Swordsman's greatest weapon?"

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The day seems to pass quickly as Kiyoto, Fudo and Kojiro find themselves unable to reach a settlement for the night. They have decided to camp out, resting under the protection of a grove.