The naginata (なぎなた, 薙刀) is a polearm and one of several varieties of traditionally made Japanese blades (nihontō). Naginata were originally used by the samurai class of feudal Japan, as well as by ashigaru (foot soldiers) and sōhei (warrior monks). The naginata is the iconic weapon of the onna-musha, a type of female warrior belonging to the Japanese nobility. A common misconception is that the Naginata is a type of sword, rather than a polearm. 

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Samaira is an admirer of the feudal period of Japan. She had this naginata crafted for her by a traditional Japanese swordsmith. Afterwards, Samaira infused the polearm with the blood of her demon ancestors. Samaira practices with her naginata for two hours everyday. The weapon weighs two pounds, but Samaira barely notices. 

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Samaira's outfit was inspired by a piece I saw from a Second Life member. Enjoy.

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