Katanas

People don't realise that there are several different types of Japanese swords like the wakizashi and tachi... but they always go for the generic Katana.

• Shounen supernatural protagonists.
• Academy settings.
• Bar fights or other forms of awkward/cliche character introductions.

umm... whats your source for this "five or more meters" bit,@Aura Lodestone?

• Shounen supernatural protagonists.
• Academy settings.
• Bar fights or other forms of awkward/cliche character introductions.

umm... whats your source for this "five or more meters" bit,@Aura Lodestone?

Handsome/beautiful, moody, loners with a tragic past and a snarky attitude.

Aren't those just characters in general? Are you trying to say that there are other archetypes?

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That sounds interesting, what's the most awkward character introduction you've ever seen?

Hmm... interesting.

We our quick search revealed the common lengths only. But your statement there about practical use @NuttsnBolts, is one we had in mind too. Over a certain length, a bladed weapon isn't of much practical use. Sure, you can use it, but it ain't practical.

Its one thing to make a long weapon. Its quite another to make a useful long weapon.

Female characters with no depth
Male characrers with no depth

Aircraft carriers.