| Weapon Type | Katana |
|---|---|
| Wielder | Emiko Amatsukami Raizen Kuroda (formerly) |
| Forged by | Raizen Kuroda (presumably) Unknown Blacksmith |
¶ Shūzetsu – "End and Annihilation"
Shūzetsu is an absolutely legendary sword said to have the power to cut through reality itself. Rumors circulate that the previous Shogun and an unknown master smith forged this sword together, but these are only speculations, and no one truly knows the sword’s origins.
Shūzetsu was imbued with spatial magic, making it an exceptionally potent weapon. It has the ability to sever space itself, bypassing any defense its opponent might have. When the sword is sheathed, it rests, and its aura vanishes. However, once drawn, it unleashes an overwhelming Mana pressure so intense that even seasoned warriors fall to their knees, feeling as if the very energy crushes them into the ground.
When Shūzetsu is unsheathed, it also affects the environment. The sky may darken, thunder roars, and lightning cracks, or other extreme weather conditions manifest, as if nature itself reacts to the sword’s power. The sword draws heavily on the user's Mana, which is why even the Shogun only uses it in the most serious of situations. Should an ordinary mortal attempt to wield Shūzetsu, the sword would instantly drain all their Mana, resulting in their death.
To counteract the extreme Mana drain, the Shogun created the Shinsei no Yoroi (Armor of Sacred Purity), allowing her to artificially increase her Mana reserves through its Mana absorption ability, enabling her to wield Shūzetsu for longer durations.
¶ Abilities:
- Mana Pressure (魔力圧 - Maryoku Atsu): When Shūzetsu is unsheathed, a massive wave of Mana floods the battlefield, creating a crushing force that makes the air feel dense and heavy. Weaker opponents may collapse, while even experienced fighters struggle to move. The sheer intensity of the Mana pressure can also cause environmental changes—howling winds, darkening skies, and storms forming as if in response to the blade's power. This overwhelming presence disorients enemies and fills them with dread, signaling that the battle will soon turn deadly.
- Master's Legacy (師の遺産 - Shi no Isan): The sword carries the essence of its former wielder. When fully drawn, it releases the stored Mana of the previous master, significantly enhancing the user's strength. Each slash is imbued with immense power, turning even the simplest stroke into a deadly strike capable of tearing through the battlefield.
- Phase Cut (相剣断 - Sou Ken Dan): Shūzetsu can cut through the fabric of space itself. Each swing ignores physical and magical barriers, severing the space around the target rather than the target itself. No shield or protection—whether physical or magical—can withstand its spatial severance.
- End (終わり - Owari): As the ultimate technique, the user channels all remaining Mana into Shūzetsu and performs a single, devastating slash. This releases a massive wave of dark energy that splits space, creating a rift that obliterates everything in its path. Due to the enormous energy required, this ability can only be used in the direst of circumstances, as it nearly exhausts the user’s Mana reserves.