00 - Power Rankings and Other Useful Information
Sword Fighting Styles
Sword God Style: Focused on fast, powerful attacks to defeat the enemy in a single strike; an aggressive style.
Water God Style: Focused on absolute defense and precise counterattacks; a defensive style.
North God Style: Based on adaptability and dirty tactics, such as ambushes and distractions; an adaptable style.
Anyone who uses a sword and practices one of these 3 styles is considered a swordsman. If you use a sword but do not practice one of these 3 styles, you are a warrior.
If you use any weapon other than a sword, such as axes, spears, hammers, etc., you are a warrior.
If you practice the North God Style but do not use a sword, you are also a warrior.
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Mastery Levels
Beginner: Focused on learning basic fundamentals and rudimentary techniques. Equivalent to the strength of a martial artist from our world.
Intermediate: More refined and consistent techniques. Requires a basic understanding of real combat and the beginning use of Touki. An intermediate swordsman can cut through a tree trunk with a single strike.