10 most famous anime swords, ranked from weakest to strongest

An action anime requires a range of weapons, ranging from the iconic and famous anime swords to lesser-used hammers and nails. Though swords have been the most recurring, artists have found ways to give the inanimate weapon character.

The Japanese culture has an impact when creating any character with a sword, the traditional Katana. Many artists also take inspiration from other cultures, like the Jian, a double-edged sword used in Ranma 1/2.

While some stick to traditional swords, many take it to the next level by adding a supernatural element. Anime like Demon Slayer and The Seven Deadly Sins require their weapons to be strengthened with some powerful force to kill demons and otherworldly creatures respectively, creating enhanced-strength swords. Let's see some of the most iconic and famous anime swords.

Disclaimer: This ranking is for the 10 mentioned famous anime swords and not all swords in anime. The blades are ranked from weakest to strongest. The article reflects the writer's opinion. Please mention in the comments what other blades can make the list.

10 famous anime swords like Demon Slayer's Nichirin and Akame's Murasame, ranked based on the strength

10) Kusanagi Sword (Naruto)

The Kusanagi sword is a legendary Japanese sword used by Orochimaru, one of the antagonists in The Naruto anime. The sword has its roots in Japanese mythology, as it is a part of The Imperial Regalia of Japan. It is also called Kusanagi no Tsurugi, which means, Grass-mowing Sword.

In the anime, Orochimaru summons the famous anime sword by opening his mouth, through which a snake appears, and produces the sword. The sword is one of the strongest swords in the Naruto anime. The blade's powers allow it to extend or retract from long distances for quick attacks. Orochimaru can control the sword telekinetically and believes it can cut through anything.

9) Scissor Blade (Kill La Kill)

Scissor blade (Image via Studio Trigger)

Scissor blades from Kill La Kill are not typical swords, but technically they are two blades joined by a hinge. The blades combine to form a giant scissor which can sever life fibres. Isshin Matoi, its creator, was killed with the same weapon he invented. After his death, the scissors were divided into two with one blade going to his daughter Ryuko, and the other to his murderer, Nui Harime.

Ryoko owns the red half of the scissor blade, while Nui possesses the Purple blade. The red half was the longer part of the scissors, known as Decapitation Mode. The powers of both blades differ, as Ryoko's blade could change size while Nui's could change color.

8) Demon-Dweller Sword (Black Clover)

In a world of magic, a weapon that negates any magical spell or magic itself is quite an overpowered weapon. That is the Demon-Dweller Sword from the Black Clover anime possessed by Asta, a magic-less individual who dreams of becoming The Wizard King.

Asta acquires the famous anime sword when he opens his Five-leaf Clover, Grimoire. The sword negates magical spells and absorbs magic to use it as a black flash in its attack. The sword can be used against the scariest of opponents as it absorbs magic with a touch.

7) Nichirin Blades (Demon Slayer)

Black Nichirin Sword (Image via Ufotable)

Nichirin Blades are some of the most iconic and famous anime swords. These swords are specially made to kill demons permanently. They are forged with Scarlet Crimson Iron Sand and Scarlet Ore.

These materials bathe in sunlight throughout the year and absorb sunlight, which grants the swords the ability to decapitate and kill demons instantly and permanently. These famous anime swords come in different colors according to the users' breathing style and personality.

6) Sacred Sword- Better Half (Devil is a Part-Timer)

The Better Half is a sword that could only be wielded by the offspring of a human and an angel. The sacred sword is made from a heavenly metal, Tengin. The blade derives its powers from the Fragment of Yesod, a piece from the mythical Tree of Life.

The sword was possessed by the church which granted the sword to Emilia to defeat the Demon King. The sword is arguably the strongest weapon in the anime, as it could defeat the Demon King, the strongest being in the anime.

5) Dragon Slayer (Berserk)

Berserk is one of the most popular anime and has given one of the most famous anime swords, The Dragon Slayer. The sword is almost too big, thick, and heavy to be considered a sword. It is wielded by Guts, as his primary weapon.

The sword's innate strength and Guts' inhuman strength make it a formidable weapon and one of the strongest swords in anime. The sword has slayed countless apostles and other malevolent astral entities, and is tempered by the magic of those beings. Hence, with every encounter, the sword's abilities increase and upgrade.

4) Lostvayne (Seven Deadly Sins)

Lostvayne, also known as the Demon Sword Lostvayne, belongs to the Dragon's sin of Wrath, Meliodas. The sword is a sacred treasure, and its special ability lies in enhancing its user's ability. It allows Meliodas to create four to six clones of himself, each of the clones possessing the powers to battle Holy Knights.

All the physical clones can use all of Meliodas's abilities including Full Counter to their full potential. It also enhances Meliodas's defensive abilities so he takes minimum damage by putting the clones in the line of action. The famous anime sword is as strong as the wielder.

3) Murasame (Akame Ga Kill)

Murasame is a cursed blade that could kill a person with a single cut. The sword releases a poisonous curse spreading through the victim's body once it pierces the skin. The poison kills the person instantaneously by stopping their heart.

Esdeath had destroyed the famous anime sword in the final battle with Akame. Before Akame, the sword was possessed by her master, from whom she steals the sword after fatally injuring him.

2) Zangetsu (Bleach)

Zangetsu is arguably the most iconic and famous anime sword. It is the manifestation of Zanpakuto of Ichigo Kurosaki, and his inner hollow. Its powers vary depending upon the contents of the user's soul. Zangetsu is the first Zanpakuto in the Bleach universe to take up human form.

Zangetsu has an immense amount of Reiatsu, which can be used in lethal attacks. It enhances the strength and speed of attacks of Ichigo and strengthens him. As Ichigo trains and evolves, he gains full control of the famous anime sword and becomes one of the strongest characters in the anime.

1) Venuzdonoa (The Misfit of Demon King Academy)

Venuzdonoa is one of the most overpowered weapons in anime, as the sword has abilities that allow it to cut not only through physical objects but also the order of the world. The sword can destroy anything it intends to— it can even destroy reason— earning itself the name, The Abolisher of Reason.

Venuzdonoa is wielded by Anos Voldigoad, also known as Demon King of Tyranny. He uses the sword on rare occasions. The sword is also not well-known in the anime, as anybody who witnesses the power of the blade is permanently eliminated.

In conclusion

Swords have been the most iconic weapons in anime due to their cultural heritage. They are some of the most overused weapons. While some anime like Demon Slayer use blades as the primary weapons, many anime have a single sword user as a strong character. This was the list of some of the most famous anime swords.