Even a tiger can find tranquility. His stripes are his story, his blade is his voice—an elegant weapon for a more... feral age. The true test of a swordsman is not in the fight, but in the moments before.

Fun Fact: While we all know this as a 'Katana,' the word 刀 (katana) is the general Japanese term for a single-edged sword. The more specific, historical name for this type of blade is 'Uchigatana' (打刀), which translates to 'striking sword,' named for the quick-draw fighting style it enabled!

Artist:  seraphimmoonshadow