In the epic universe of One Piece, created by mangaka Eiichiro Oda, the sabers play a crucial role. Indeed, the sabers are the weapons most frequently used in One Piece.
There are a large number of them, divided into two main categories: meito and classic sabers, not forgetting the other Katana One Piece, unclassified. From Zoro, the skilled swordsmanLike other anime characters, swords are objects of power and renown.
In this article, let's discover the complete list of legendary swords and weapons that have marked the history of this manga.
Whitebeard's Murakumogiri Edward Newgate
This is the Naginata of Edward Newgate, alias Whitebeard, one of the twelve Daijo ô Wazamono, from the Meito de the highest quality.
- This weapon reaches a height of 6.66 metres.
- Its spear is adorned with red and yellow stripes, ending in a spherical pommel.
- At the tip of the spear, a large, curved blade is securely attached by a piece decorated with snake motifs, adding a distinctive touch to this formidable piece of weaponry.
Shusui by Zoro Roronoa
Shusui is the sword of the legendary samurai Shimotsuki Ryuma aka, a god of blades. This katana is classified in the category of outstanding qualities the ô wazamono, the black blade. Zoro obtained it after his fight with Ryuma, in recognition of his impressive sword-fighting skills.
- These include a black blade featuring a hamon with white motifs in the form of red circles, arranged in a wave pattern.
- The hilt of this katana takes the form of an eight-petal golden flower, revealing two holes on each side of the blade.
Zoro's Sandai Kitetsu
This is Zoro's cursed sword, a Katana with a special appearance.
- The hilt is in the shape of a rounded cross and the blade has a wave motif.
- It is one of 50 top-quality sabres known as the Ryo Wazamono.
- Tenguyama Hitetsu forged this blade.
- It was in Loguetown that Zoro got this sword, along with his third Yubashiri sword. It was given to him by an arms dealer, Ippon Matsu, who recognized Zoro's bravery.
Zoro's Wado Ichimonji
This is the Zoro's first sword. The Wadô Ichimonji is one of the 21 Ô Wazamono swords, better known as the Large Blades. The katana originally belonged to Kuina, a childhood friend of Zoro. After her death, Zoro asked his master Kôshirô to retrieve the sword, a request that was readily accepted.
- It has a white handle and round guard fitted with a blade in intense black.
- It's one of Zoro's toughest Katanas and will never leave his side.
- Made by Shimotsuji Kozaburo, the same blacksmith who created Enma.
When one thinks of Roronoa Zoro, the image of his distinctive technique holding the third sword in his mouth immediately springs to mind, and the Wadô Ichimonji is precisely that mythical sword he clenches between his teeth in battle.
Ace de Gol D Roger
This is the sword that was wearing the former king of pirates Gol D Roger. This is the main fighting weapon used by the latter. Ace is also one of 12 better quality meito Saijo ô Wazamono. One of the toughest and most powerful ever forged.
- Ace is a standard-size katana with a slightly curved blade decorated with a saw motif on each side.
- It features a yellow/orange handle with a diamond pattern, a gold guard, and a thin hand guard that extends from the top of the guard to the black sheath.
Trafalgar Law's Kikoku
It's also a cursed blade. The Kikoku katana is the sword of Trafalgar Law.
- A traditional Japanese Nodachi saber.
- It has an oblong guard and white fur.
- Its black scabbard is decorated with small white crosses.
- There's also a red thread hanging from it.
Zoro's Yubashiri
The Yubashiri is one of Zoro's swords. It is one of the Ryo Wazamono, one of the 50 blades of the superior quality. Zoro received this sword free of charge in Loguetown, along with the cursed sword Sandai Kitetsu.
- This sword has a black blade with a yellow dot on the hilt. The same goes for its scabbard.
- The Yubashiri blade is standard.
- It has a cross-shaped guard.
This katana was carried by Roronoa Zoro until the Enies Lobby arc, when it was rusted by Shû, a Marine holding the Sabi Sabi no Mi. Following this incident, Zoro replaced it with the Shusui at the end of the Thriller Bark arc.
Enma by Zoro Roronoa
This is one of the 21 high-quality swords oh Wazamono. One of the weapons currently the most powerful held by Zoro in One Piece. Previously, it was held by Kozuki Oden, to inflict a scar on Kaido, demonstrating his formidable power.
- Alongside Ame no Habakiri, it is the only blade to have managed to mark the formidable Kaido.
- After Oden's death, his daughter, Kozuki Hiyori, passes on the sword to Zoro in exchange for the Shusui. Since then, Zoro has wielded the blade with great skill, causing a monumental storm during the raid on Onigashima.
- Considered one of the greatest swords in the One Piece universe, Enma is the masterpiece of Kozaburo, the blacksmith who created it, and Hiyori has designated it as a worthy successor to Zoro's Shusui.
Luffy's Nidai Kitetsu
This sword is one of 21 in the ô Wazamono category. It is one of the bewitched sabers by Kitetsu with Shodai Kutechu and Sandai Kitetsu.
- This katana has an atypical appearance.
- The hilt is in the form of a cross, with the ends wider than the center.
- The blade features wavelet motifs.
- This sword bears a strong resemblance to Sandai Kitetsu.
- Its guard and furnace were originally blue, but the color was later changed to purple.
Soul Solid by Brook
This is the cane sword of Brook, one of Luffy's crew. It is a unique guitar-sabre of its kind, fusing Brook's musical talents with his mastery of the sword.
- It resembles a normal walking stick, with the butt of the stick acting as a guard for the sword.
- Inside the right-hand section of the object lies the sword blade.
- The cane is purple, while the sword blade is white.
Kokuto yoru by Mihawk
Kokuto Yoru also known as Yoru. This is the sword of Mihawk, a former member of the Corsair Captains. It is one of the the world's most powerful. It's one of the 12 Saijo ô Wazamono, the most powerful katana in one piece.
- Kokuto yuro is a 2-meter-long black saber.
- It's shaped like a crucifix.
- Its hilt is adorned with several precious stones, but it has no scabbard.
- Its design evokes a two-handed version of the Großes Messer of the Middle Ages. When Mihawk isn't using the sword, he carries it on his back, holding it in place with straps.
- The Yoru's cross-shaped guard is colored beige.
- It also features motifs colored white with white jewels, then green, adorned with red jewels.
In the anime, the beige guard features motifs of the same hue, accompanied by green and blue jewels.
Griffon by Shanks Le Roux
It's the sword of Shank le Roux, a sabre longer than average.
- It has a long green handle and a beige guard.
- The blade measures 1m80 and the guard is 24 cm in diameter.
- Shanks carries it in a blue case strapped to his waist on the right-hand side.
- Griffon proves to be a formidable saber, able to rival Edward Newgate's bisento.
The clash between these two weapons generated such force that it split the clouds of heaven in two, leaving Griffon completely unscathed. When impregnated with Haki, this sword demonstrates exceptional resistance, capable of withstanding Sakazuki's lava.
Ame no Habakiri by Oden Kozuki
It's a sword carried by Oden Koziku, one of the Katana One Piece. It was bequeathed to Oden by his father, Kokiku Sukuyaki. This meito is one of the 21 ô Wazamono. It was forged by Tenguyama Hetitsu. Today, it belongs to Oden's son, Kozuki Momonosuke.
- The Ame no Habakiri is renowned for its ability to slice through anything, proving effective against both living and inanimate objects.
- What's more, legend has it that this katana has the power to spontaneously repair itself when broken.
- This saber, endowed with exceptional powers, proved to be an essential element in Oden's battles against the enemies of the land of Wano.
Fujitora's Shikomizue
Fujitora's wooden walking stick. This cane actually conceals a sword. In Japan, it's known as Shikomizue or sword cane.
- It is used in conjunction with Fujitora's mysterious powers.
- Although the link between his cane and his powers remains to be explained, he systematically uses it to channel this singular strength.
- At present, his level of fencing remains unknown, but it is supposed to be exceptional.
When not engaged in combat, Issho uses his cane to get around due to his blindness. However, it seems that this visual incapacity is no handicap at all when he is in a combat situation.
Raiu de Shiliew de la pluie
Raiu, fearsome sword associated with Shiryu of the Rain, a prominent member of the Blackbeard Pirates.
- It's a classic blade sword, with a yellow square guard and a red handle.
- Raui is also a Nodachi, and part of the Meito family.
- Although Raiu is seemingly simple, Shiryu's exceptional skills, combined with his Demon Fruit powers, make him one of the most fearsome blades in the One Piece universe.
- Shiryu can maneuver swiftly with this sword, easily eliminating opponents who cross his path.
Kawamatsu Katana
Kawamatso's katana is the soto muso. It is a shirasaya, un of nine red sheaths.
- This is a tubeless saber with a dark checkered hilt.
- Kawa's sword is a formidable weapon.
Shigure from Tashigi
The Shigure is a katana that belongs to the the Meito category. It is currently in the hands of Tashigi. This katana has a green handle and a guard decorated with four petals, or square sides.
- The blade of this katana is of normal shape.
- The sheath is elaborate, with the upper half colored green and a bosselée texture, while the lower half is white and smooth.
- Circular designs adorn the entire sheath.
- Note that, in the manga, both the guard and the handle of the Shigure are blue.
