Katana

Katana
Type:	Katana
Featured in:	Shadow Warrior Classic Wanton Destruction Twin Dragon Shadow Warrior (2013) Shadow Warrior 2

"I like sword - that's a personal weapon."

—Lo Wang, when using katana in Shadow Warrior Classic.

The Katana Is one of the main weapons used in both Shadow Warrior Classic, its expansions Wanton Destruction and Twin Dragon, and the 2013 reboot. It is portrayed in a more vital way in the Shadow Warrior (2013) and Shadow Warrior 2.

Overview

Shadow Warrior Classic, Wanton Destruction and Twin Dragon

In the Classic, katana is more of a secondary weapon, used only when being out or conserving ammo. It can only slice through lower Evil Ninjas, as other enemies after killed with katana will only show their default death animation.

It inflicts 50-80 per swing.

Shadow Warrior (2013)

In the 2013 version, the katana now has a much more vital position in Lo Wang's arsenal. The blade combined with Ki attacks becomes a universal weapon fit to use against any enemy, even the bosses and flying creatures. The weapon's description states that the katana is made by fitting laser-whetted folded steel to a strong, yet lightweight carbon fiber handle.

Shadow Warrior 2

Katana returns in Shadow Warrior 2 now in a couple of different variations.

Shadow Warrior 3

Katana returns yet again in Shadow Warrior 3 as Dragontail. It's best for close range battles or when low on ammo. Every enemy killed by the katana will drop ammo, making it essential part of fights. When upgrading, it allows for elemental-charged Ki attacks that channel fire, lighting and ice attacks.

Usage

Classic

Best to use for short range attacks and when conserving ammo. Can take out spawning Coolie ghosts.

2013

Universal weapon fit to use against any enemy, except Mothers because of their suicidal explosions that deal a large amount of damage.

Upgrades

Katana upgrades are automatic in story mode, however in survival you must buy them as upgrades.

Leather Tsuka: Increases damage by 20%.

Ancient Tsuba: Adds a 5% chance of HP drain from enemies.

Engraved Blade: Every slash becomes a Ki wave.

Trivia

• In Shadow Warrior (2013), katana gets various skins that alter its appearance. Its look can be similar to that weapon from various other games published by Devolver Digital, such as Serious Sam 3 and Hotline Miami.

Gallery

Game

Katana's sprite

Shadow Warrior (2013) version

Shadow Warrior 2 version

Skins

Excalibat (Rise of the Triads)

Hammer (Serious Sam 3)

Katana (Hotline Miami)

Original (Shadow Warrior Classic)

Penetrator (Saints Row The Third)

Z45 (Hard Reset)