Random Most Infamous Weapons Throughout World History (12 items)

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  (#3) Honjo Masamune

  Any fan of Japanese RPGs will be familiar with the name Masamune, as the famous swordsmith is now synonymous with fantasy weaponry. The man actually existed and created a number of beautiful swords, including the lost treasure Honjo Masamune. The sword is named after a general who wielded it, and it was said to be among the most beautiful creations of sword-making’s most skilled artisan.

  Its current whereabouts are under dispute, but it's possible that the weapon is in the United States after an American officer took the sword home as a trophy in WWII. 
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  (#10) Tizona - Or "Fireball"

  The famous Spanish military leader El Cid led his people on several important campaigns, and picked up a number of notable swords along the way. The most important of these was dubbed Tizona, which roughly translates to "fireball," hinting at the explosiveness with which El Cid fought.

  The sword supposedly survives to this day, although its authenticity is questionable.
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  (#4) Joyeuse

  Charlemagne was a revered King of the Franks, whose legacy is so fabled, it's hard to differentiate which stories about him are rooted in fact or fiction. He undoubtedly existed and made some impressive military conquests—and if the stories can be believed, he did so with a sword that allegedly shifted colors in battle. Like a deadly version of a mood ring, Joyeuse had a name that belied its fatal capabilities.

  Whatever caused its weird properties, Joyeuse had a magical air about it that added to Charlemagne’s mythic legacy.
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  (#1) Goujian

  The Goujian, named after its supposed wielder, has been described as the Chinese version of Excalibur. The sword was uncovered in a tomb on an archeological dig, and was deemed to be more than 2,000 years old. Despite its age, the sword contained no rust and was sharp enough to draw blood when an archaeologist tested its edge.

  This has led people to believe the sword carries magical qualities.
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  (#8) Grasscutter

  The Kusanagi, or Grasscutter sword, has a nearly mythological backstory that leaves plenty of doubt of its existence. The sword has been featured in countless fictional stories, including Marvel comics, and was purportedly handed down through several iterations of Japanese emperors.

  The Grasscutter nickname comes from its fabled sharpness, which could evenly cut a piece of grass. The current emperor claims to still have the sword, although no one is allowed to see it.
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  (#11) Tick-Licker

  While the name Tick-Licker doesn’t immediately instill fear in the hearts of many, the history of this weapon sure does. Daniel Boone claimed he named his rifle after its ability to snipe even the smallest of creatures—even ticks—from a distance.

  The famous fur trader used Tick-Licker to protect himself and his large family on the rough-and-tumble American frontier.

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