Katana (GRA)

The katana is a one-handed Melee skill weapon added by the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Gun Runners' Arsenal.

Background
A katana is a type of Japanese sword with a blade length greater than 60 cm (23.6 inches) and characterized by its distinctive appearance: a curved, slender, single edged blade, circular or squarish guard (tsuba), and long grip to accommodate two hands. It's also commonly referred to as a "samurai sword" or "samurai's sword" since it was generally the main weapon used by samurai and was the symbol of the samurai caste.

The katana became renowned for its sharpness and cutting ability and its origins go at least as far back as the Kamakura period (1185–1333). It usually handles with two hands, but some techniques and combat styles requires only one hand.

Characteristics
There will be mods for the katana.This weapon is sold by Mick and Ralph's Its special attack is Unlabored Flawlessness, where an attack is launched in reverse grip.

Modifications

 * Katana authentic blade - Increases damage (+5)
 * Katana protective sheath - Increases condition (+50%).
 * Katana balanced grip - Increases attack speed (+20%).

Behind the scenes

 * The name of the special attack is a reference to Ninja Gaiden, where the Unlabored Flawlessness is the strongest weapon in the game.