Sekiro Black Mortal Blade

Sekiro Black Mortal Blade specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Black manganese steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Rosewood scabbard with silver alloy fittings (Kojiri and Koiguchi).
• Sageo (下げ緒): Military mount rings.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): Rosewood handle and faux black stingray skin.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Black braided diamond pattern above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): Black ornaments.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Embossed copper lotus.
• Fuchi (縁): Silver alloy.
• Kashira (頭): Silver alloy.
• Habaki (鎺): Black brass decorated with a lotus flower.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 105 cm
• Length with scabbard: 107 cm
• Handle length: 26 cm
• Blade thickness: 0.7 cm
• Blade width: 3.2 cm
• Weight: 1.5 kg
• Package weight: 1.8 kg

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Sekiro Black Mortal Blade: design and finishes

This katana faithfully reproduces Sekiro’s legendary weapon from the eponymous game by FromSoftware. In the world of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, this deadly blade accompanies the one-eyed shinobi on his quest for vengeance and redemption across Sengoku-era Japan. The weapon symbolizes the protagonist’s transformation from a simple servant to a legendary warrior capable of defying the laws of death itself. Its black hue evokes the shadows in which Sekiro moves, while the lotus motifs recall the Buddhist philosophy that permeates the game.

Its manganese steel blade features a deep black finish that perfectly captures the dark aesthetic of the video game. The guard (tsuba) features a beautiful copper lotus relief, symbolizing spiritual rebirth and purity emerging from troubled waters. The handle (tsuka) harmoniously combines rosewood with black faux stingray skin, covered with black diamond-patterned braiding (tsuka-ito) that ensures a firm and elegant grip. The black menuki ornaments blend discreetly into the overall design, while the silver alloy fuchi and kashira add a touch of refined contrast. The scabbard (saya) is made of aged rosewood and adorned with silver alloy ends, complemented by military-style belt loops that reinforce the functional aspect of this shinobi weapon.

This replica captures the essence of Sekiro’s iconic weapon with a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics. The sharp blade allows for practical use in martial arts, while the meticulous finish makes it an exceptional collector’s item for fans of the game. The engraved lotus motifs on the black brass habaki reinforce the spiritual symbolism of the original work. This katana sword embodies the duality between deadly beauty and the quest for transcendence, central themes in the world of Sekiro.