Weapon catalog
Each entry is a dossier for a melee family. Open the ones that match how you like to recover after a whiff—that recovery feel is more important than any single damage screenshot.
KatanaMedium bladeThe default medium blade: balanced reach, clear Counterspark windows, and the widest combat-style catalog.
SpearLong polearmLong reach, strong advance pressure, and excellent spacing against medium blades.
OdachiHeavy bladeSlow windups, heavy Ki damage, and strong answer tools against other heavy weapons.
Paired SwordsDual bladesHigh tempo dual blades that excel at pressure and multi-hit Martial Skills.
SabreLight Western bladeLight Western cutting blade with fast recoveries and strong answers to other light weapons.
PolearmNaginata-classNaginata-class reach with sweeping Martial Skills and strong anti-group utility.
BayonetHybrid gun-bladeHybrid firearm-melee kit that stitches ranged chips into close-range finishes.
GreatswordHeavy Western bladeHeavy Western blade with brutal Martial Skills and slow but decisive openings.
Oxtail BladeCurved heavy cutterDistinct curved heavy cutter with aggressive charge patterns and unique style lines.

Loadout advice
Install Ten, Chi, and Jin coverage on your main weapon first. Add a long weapon or firearm second. Specialty heavies such as greatsword and oxtail blade are excellent once you already understand Counterspark windows.