〈安赛2对应原文〉
To become an Ansei of the first-rank, a sword-singer had to demonstrate an ability to form the Shehai.[6] These Shehai were described as typically pale, misty, insubstantial, and as if it was made of light. Sometimes its shape wouldn't even be particularly sword-like, and would be of no use as an actual weapon.[1][16][6] Ansei wishing to earn the elite title of first-rank were required to give up their most treasured weapons and war materiel before undertaking a grueling initiation ritual. If they succeeded, they would no longer need conventional weapons.[13]
Ansei of the second-rank and above were known to have the ability to not only form the Shehai, but wield it as a weapon in battle.[6] Their Shehai shined brighter and was much deadlier. Described as an "unstoppable weapon of great might" that could cut down foes like "a scythe through wheat", disarming such an Ansei could only be done by severing their head or taking their mind. These swordsmen often began their own training schools, teaching their individual way of the sword.[3][1][6] There was some evidence, however, that suggested the Shehai of an Ansei could be shattered, leaving behind only its essence.[17]
To become an Ansei of the first-rank, a sword-singer had to demonstrate an ability to form the Shehai.[6] These Shehai were described as typically pale, misty, insubstantial, and as if it was made of light. Sometimes its shape wouldn't even be particularly sword-like, and would be of no use as an actual weapon.[1][16][6] Ansei wishing to earn the elite title of first-rank were required to give up their most treasured weapons and war materiel before undertaking a grueling initiation ritual. If they succeeded, they would no longer need conventional weapons.[13]
Ansei of the second-rank and above were known to have the ability to not only form the Shehai, but wield it as a weapon in battle.[6] Their Shehai shined brighter and was much deadlier. Described as an "unstoppable weapon of great might" that could cut down foes like "a scythe through wheat", disarming such an Ansei could only be done by severing their head or taking their mind. These swordsmen often began their own training schools, teaching their individual way of the sword.[3][1][6] There was some evidence, however, that suggested the Shehai of an Ansei could be shattered, leaving behind only its essence.[17]












