[ "sir," huh? he looks so amused at that but he sees no reason to correct it. rondo really is quite the respectful soldier! ]

Hmmm. If I had to guess, the shape and weight of it is different from what you're used to? It's different from those I've seen at home, too.

[ this is so much bulkier than a katana help. ]

It looks heavier toward the tip of the blade, so if you brace your stance more, you may be able to put more power into your strikes. [ glances up at his own weapon, thoughtful. ] It may not be entirely unlike my naginata in that way, if on a smaller scale.