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Sentient weapon

Common plot device in works of fantasy, mythology, and science fiction From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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A sentient weapon is a common plot device in many works of fantasy, mythology, and science fiction, and is related to the classic motif of the magic sword. Sentient weapons may be human, robotic, or magical (as is the case with any non-technological weapons, such as a sword), but not all magic weapons are sentient. A sentient weapon may experience a moral conflict from its specific nature as a weapon, or may function as the villain, which, through its intelligence, is able to gain power. Another possibility is that it assists the wielder, or is merely neutral.

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In fantasy and mythology

In film and television

In video games

In anime and manga

In music

  • Sword and Gun – Paris Texas' double EP ; They Left Me With The Sword and They Left Me With A Gun

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