Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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I've talked about what I personally consider the height of sword evolution (youtu.be/uQSjO84HdPs) and my top 5 favorite swords (youtu.be/WOV1jPLnWYw) and. What about the opposite?

Which does NOT mean the "objectively" worst designs by any means (I've speculated about that too: youtu.be/yFCdh0JurAk).

This is based entirely on subjective preference. Although some of that preference is rooted in what I see as practical flaws.

Before the katana haters among you get excited... nope, it ain't on the list. ;p


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Deadliest warrior on the urumi (aara)
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