Kitari Thrusting Sword
itemShort thrusting sword carried in hip scabbard, paired with hasta razor; blunted handle used for striking, precise piercing blade
The Kitari Thrusting Sword debuts in Iron Gold as a refined, close-quarters weapon that marks a shift toward precision and adaptability in the Red Rising Saga's escalating conflicts. Worn in a hip scabbard and paired with the hasta razor, its short blade excels at piercing strikes while the blunted handle enables non-lethal control in chaotic skirmishes. This design reflects the saga's evolving combat philosophy, favoring calculated efficiency over brute force as alliances fracture and personal duels intensify. Across the series, it underscores the tactical maturation of its wielders amid the Golds' fractured empire.
Evolution
Iron Gold
Short thrusting sword carried in hip scabbard, paired with hasta razor; blunted handle used for striking, precise piercing blade
Book Appearances
Iron Gold
First appears Ch 40