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[[File:Zantetsuken KHBBS.gif|thumb|300px|right|Zantetsuken allows the user to slash the opponent a single time while moving faster than the eye can see.]]
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[[File:Ultimate KHREC.png]] {{nihongo|'''Zantetsuken'''|ザンテツケン}} is a technique introduced in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Final Mix]]''. It allows the user to execute a single, impossibly fast [[Keyblade]] strike, usually dealing a devastating amount of damage.
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'''Zantetsuken''' is a technique introduced in ''[[Kingdom Hearts Final Mix]]''. It allows the user to execute a single, impossibly fast [[Keyblade]] strike, usually dealing a devastating amount of damage.
 
==Mechanics==
==Mechanics==
[[File:Zantetsuken KHRECOM.gif|thumb|right|250px|When Sora uses Zantetsuken, he spins the Keyblade and rushes at the opponent, holding the weapon with a reverse grip so that its teeth strike the foe.]]
In ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'', Zantetsuken is a [[combat ability]] that costs 2 {{AP}} to equip. It gives [[Sora]] a 30% chance to deliver a ground combo finisher that deals {{c|Percentage|element}} damage equivalent to 250% of the enemy's HP. After hitting the target, Sora takes 1.1 seconds to recover.
In ''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix'', Zantetsuken is a [[combat ability]] that grants [[Sora]] a powerful combo finisher 30% of the time. It does percentage-based damage equivalent to 250% of the enemy's HP and requires 2 {{AP}} to equip. After hitting the target, Sora takes 34 frames to recover (1.1 seconds). However, some normal enemies such as the [[Neoshadow]] are somehow immune to its damage multiplier.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories]]'', Zantetsuken is an [[attack sleight]] that renders the opponent's cards unreloadable when breaking them with it, no matter if it hits or misses, and deals a small amount of damage. If a sleight or card stack gets broken by Zantetsuken, all three cards become unreloadable. The broken cards may still be restored through [[Item card]]s that reload unreloadable cards such as Elixirs, however.<!--https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5STf_mgwX0--> It has no effect on enemies or bosses that do not use card decks, and it does not affect cards broken through a tie. Additionally, Zantetsuken can be used to repeatedly card break bosses with card decks in order to render them unable to attack and have them keep reloading their deck.
 
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]'', Zantetsuken is an [[action ability]] available in [[Limit Form]]. It is a ground combo finisher that activates when Sora is attacking a single target. It is three times as strong as a normal finisher, making it the most powerful single-hitting attack available to Sora, although it eats up an entire Form Gauge without [[Form Boost]] equipped. The [[Zantetsu Counter]] ability allows Sora to use it as a counterattack during a successful Guard.<!--https://docs.google.com/document/d/10-XkqDEOKRMwXfVVMh9I52bYxRI-B3MG5SAqaQ1EZns/edit?usp=sharing-->


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories]]'', Zantetsuken is an [[attack sleight]] that renders the opponent's cards unreloadable if it is used to break them, though as a inverse to its appearances elsewhere, it deals a very small amount of damage when it actually connects. Its card combination is:
[[File:Ultimate KHREC.png]] In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', Zantetsuken is an {{c|attack command|RCO}} that has a memory consumption of 22% and a normal reload time of 25 seconds. On top of its high critical hit rate, it deals 50% more added damage than normal when dealing a critical hit and boosts the Clock Gauge 50% more than usual. If the [[Zantetsu Prime]] ability is active, Zantetsuken will destroy non-boss enemies in a single stroke if a critical hit is dealt, tripling the normal Clock Gauge boost if successful. If used in midair, Data-Sora will return to the ground before performing the attack.
:{{sleight|Kingdom Key|Kingdom Key|Kingdom Key|0 or 27}}.


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix]]'', Zantetsuken is an [[action ability]] available in [[Limit Form]]. It is a combo finisher that activates when Sora is attacking a single target.
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', Zantetsuken is an Ultimate {{c|attack command|BBS}} exclusive to [[Terra]] that may destroy enemies in a single stroke. It takes up one slot in the Command Deck, has a maximum level of 5 and a normal reload time of 20 seconds, and fills the Command Gauge by 40%. The activation of Zantetsuken is indicated by the surroundings darkening and the weapon glowing.


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep]]'', Zantetsuken is an Ultimate {{c|attack command|BBS}} exclusive to [[Terra]] that may destroy enemies in a single stroke. It takes up one slot in the Command Deck, has a maximum level of 5 and a normal reload time of 20 seconds, and fills the Command Gauge by 40%.
In ''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance'', Zantetsuken is an {{c|attack command|DDD}} exclusive to [[Riku]] that inflicts the {{h|Zantetsuken}} status to the target if activated. It takes up two slots in the Command Deck and has a reload time of 32 seconds. It grants +4 to [[Strength]] when attached to a [[Dream Eater]] recipe. When used, there is a 50% chance that Zantetsuken's status effect will be activated, indicated by a the camera tilting and a screen cut effect once Riku warps behind the enemy. Enemies without Zantetsuken resistance will be defeated with a single blow, while enemies with Zantetsuken resistance instead take a 1.6 power neutral damage attack. <!-- (what version of the game?) Activating and landing a failed Zantetsuken as a Portal's time limit expires or when exiting the portal manually can sometimes cause the game to freeze.-->


In ''[[Kingdom Hearts Re:coded]]'', Zantetsuken is an {{c|attack command|RCO}} that has a memory consumption of 22% of memory and a normal reload time of 25 seconds. If the [[Zantetsu Prime]] ability is active, Zantetsuken may destroy enemies in a single stroke.
In ''Kingdom Hearts Union χ'', Zantetsuken is a [[special attack]] that targets all enemies. It costs 2 special attack gauges to perform. It inflicts more damage the lower {{c|Player|KHχ}}'s HP.


In ''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance'', Zantetsuken is an {{c|attack command|DDD}} exclusive to [[Riku]] that defeats enemies in one stroke. It takes up two slots in the Command Deck and has a reload time of 32 seconds. It grants +4 to [[Strength]] when attached to a [[Dream Eater]] recipe. Activating Zantetsuken as a Portal's time limit expires can sometimes cause the game to freeze.
In ''[[Kingdom Hearts III]]'', Zantetsuken is an action ability exclusive to [[Light Form]] and [[Dark Form]]. It is both forms' first ground combo finisher.


==Learning Zantetsuken==
==Learning Zantetsuken==
===''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Final Mix''===
*Sora learns Zantetsuken after defeating the [[Kurt Zisa]].
*Sora learns Zantetsuken after defeating the [[Kurt Zisa]].
===''Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories''===
 
*Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 22.
===''Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories''===
*Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 22.{{KHCoM}}
*Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 27.
*Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 27.{{ReCoM}}
 
===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
===''Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix''===
*Limit Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.
*Limit Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
*[[Data-Sora]] can obtain Zantetsuken by defeating the [[Ice Titan]] on Critical Mode with a ranking of ★.
*Data-Sora has a 10% chance of obtaining Zantetsuken from [[Pair Blox]] on Floor 91-100 of the [[Avatar Sector]].
====Command Conversion====
Zantetsuken is an attack command that can be converted through one recipe.
*[[Judgment Triad]] + [[Gravity Drop]]
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
*[[Terra]] can create Zantetsuken through [[Command Meld]]ing.
*[[Terra]] can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Command Shop]] for 1700 munny once five worlds are cleared or the command has already been obtained elsewhere.
*Terra can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Command Shop]] for 1700 munny once five worlds are cleared or the command has already been obtained elsewhere.
*Terra can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Medal Shop]] for 1000 medals after reaching Shop Level 5 and Arena Level 8.
*Terra can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Medal Shop]] for 1000 medals.
====Command Meld====
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
Zantetsuken is an Ultimate-class attack command that can be melded through two different recipes, listed in the [[Giga Attack Recipe]].
*[[Data-Sora]] has a 10% chance of obtaining Zantetsuken from [[Pair Blox]] in floors 91 to 100 of the [[Avatar Sector]].
{{CommandMeld
*Data-Sora can create Zantetsuken through [[Command Conversion]].
|t1=*|c1a=Stopga|lv1a=4|c1b=Sonic Blade|lv1b=5|rate1=80%|type1=N
*Data-Sora can obtain Zantetsuken as the {{st}} reward for defeating the Ice Titan at Critical difficulty.
|t2=*|c2a=Stopga|lv2a=4|c2b=Dark Haze|lv2b=4|rate2=80%|type2=M
}}
 
===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
===''Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance''===
*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Thunderaffe]] [[Ability Link]] for 200 Link Points.
*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Thunderaffe]] [[Ability Link]] for 200 Link Points.
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*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Cera Terror]] Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Cera Terror]] Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Staggerceps]] Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
*Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the [[Staggerceps]] Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
===''Kingdom Hearts χ[chi]''===
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==Recipes==
===''Kingdom Hearts Union χ''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep''===
*Zantetsuken +4 is the special attack for medal {{medal|Aladdin|313}} and {{medal|Zack|321}}.
Zantetsuken is an Ultimate-class attack command that can be melded through two different recipes, listed in the [[Giga Attack Recipe]].
*Zantetsuken +5 is the special attack for medal {{medal|Aladdin|314}} and {{medal|Zack|322}}.
*The first recipe can only be melded by Terra and is a {{meldtype|B}} recipe that has a 20% chance of transforming into [[Ars Solum]].
*Zantetsuken +6 is the special attack for medal {{medal|Aladdin|1084}} and {{medal|Zack|1083}}
**[[Stopga]] (LV4) + [[Dark Haze]] (LV4)
 
*The second recipe can only be melded by Terra and is a {{meldtype|F}} recipe that has a 20% chance of transforming into Ars Solum.
===''Kingdom Hearts III''===
**Stopga (LV4) + [[Sonic Blade]] (LV5)
*Light Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
*Dark Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.
Zantetsuken is an attack command that can be converted through one recipe.
 
*[[Judgment Triad]] + [[Gravity Drop]]
==Synthesized Commands==
==Synthesized Commands==
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
===''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''===
Zantetsuken is used to convert [[Quake]].
Zantetsuken is used to convert the following commands:
*[[Quake]]
 
==Other appearances==
==Other appearances==
====''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''====
====''Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days''====
While wielding the [[Oathkeeper]], [[Two Become One]], or [[Dream Sword]], the ground combo finisher is a Zantetsuken-like slash.
The first ground combo attack of [[Roxas]] and [[Xion]]'s [[Omega Weapon]] and the ground combo finishers of Roxas and Xion's [[Oathkeeper]] and [[Two Become One]] and Sora's [[Dream Sword]] resemble Zantetsuken.
 
====''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''====
====''Kingdom Hearts Re:coded''====
Data-Sora's second ranged ground finish is a Zantetsuken-like slash without the reverse grip twirl (just like the Zantetsuken itself in this game). Both this finisher and the original Zantetsuken oddly also have Sora slashing the opponent with the "blade" of the Keyblade, and not with the teeth.
Data-Sora's second ranged ground finish is an attack similar to Zantetsuken.
 
==Origin==
==Origin==
In the ''{{wiki|finalfantasy|Final Fantasy (Series)|Final Fantasy}}'' series, {{nihongo|{{wiki|finalfantasy|Zantetsuken (Ability)|Zantetsuken}}|斬鉄剣||lit. "Iron-cutting Sword"}} is the signature attack of the summon {{wiki|finalfantasy|Odin}}, and it is sometimes mimicked by {{wiki|finalfantasy|Gilgamesh (Character)|Gilgamesh}}. It typically inflicts Instant Death upon all enemies. It shares its name with a {{wiki|finalfantasy|Zantetsuken (Weapon)|recurring weapon}}. The term Zantetsuken is derived from a nickname given to swords crafted by Japanese swordsmith [https://books.google.com/books?id=BWy3gx-0PR8C&pg=PA136 Yasuhiro Kobayashi].
In the ''{{ff|Final Fantasy (series)|Final Fantasy}}'' series, {{nihongo|{{ff|Zantetsuken (ability)|Zantetsuken}}|斬鉄剣||lit. "Iron-cutting Sword"}} is the signature attack of the summon {{ff|Odin}}, and it is sometimes mimicked by {{ff|Gilgamesh (character)|Gilgamesh}}. It typically inflicts Instant Death upon all enemies. It shares its name with a {{ff|Zantetsuken (weapon)|recurring weapon}}. The term Zantetsuken is derived from a nickname given to swords crafted by Japanese swordsmith [https://books.google.com/books?id=BWy3gx-0PR8C&pg=PA136 Yasuhiro Kobayashi].


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Latest revision as of 11:14, 8 September 2024

Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Has a 30% chance of unleashing a finishing combo attack that can destroy a weaker enemy.
Attack Element Power Crit
Chance 		Crit
Bonus 		Deflect Recoil
Zantetsuken Percentage 250(%) 100% 0 O 0
AP Cost 2 MP Cost 0
Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Zantetsuken KHRECOM.gif
Break a card and render it unreloadable until the end of the battle.
Element Power Card Combination Enemy Card Boost
Neutral x1.0 Kingdom Key (card).png + Kingdom Key (card).png + Kingdom Key (card).png
0 or 27 		—
Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Zantetsuken from Limit Form
Unleashes a finishing combo move on a single target. This powerful attack can instantly eliminate weaker enemies.
Attack Element Power Drive Value Deflect Finishing
Blow
Zantetsuken Attack Command Physical x6.0 9.0 X O
AP Cost 0 MP Cost 0
Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Gif of Zantetsuken
Potentially deal a devastating amount of damages with a single, impossibly fast strike.
Attack No. of Hits Power Critical % Clock Gauge Blocks Hit
LV 0 LV 50 LV 100
Zantetsuken 1 1.75 2.19 2.63 75% +350 Multiple
Type Element Status Reload
Speed 		Aerial Use Keyblade Reach
Attack Command Attack — — 25 seconds X X
Max CP Memory Consumption Buy Shop LV Sell
540 22% — — 700
Goofy Command Compiled Command
Goofy Tornado Blade Line LV1

Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)

Zantetsuken KHBBS.gif

Assail enemies with a single, blindingly fast Keyblade strike that has a chance of destroying them on the spot.
LV CP Required Attack No. of Hits Power Instant kill activation rate
LV1 — Without activation 1 4.2 55%
With activation 1 ∞
LV2 470 Without activation 1 4.3 60%
With activation 1 ∞
LV3 500 Without activation 1 4.4 65%
With activation 1 ∞
LV4 530 Without activation 1 4.5 70%
With activation 1 ∞
LV5 560 Without activation 1 4.6 75%
With activation 1 ∞
Element Status Effect Reload Speed Command Gauge
Attack Command Physical — 20 seconds +40
Buy Sell
Price Shop LV Base LV Bonus Ability Bonus
1700 5 850 212.5 425
Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Riku using Zantetsuken against a Thunderaffe
Stop an enemy in its tracks, then dispatch it with one powerful slash.
Attack Element Power Reaction
Value 		Status Guard?
Without activation Attack Command Neutral 4.8 4 — ▲
With activation (50%) Attack Command Neutral 7.7/1.6Symbol - Crown.png 4 Zantetsuken (100%) ▲
Reload Speed Dream Eater Bonus
32 seconds Strength +4
Buy Bargain Sell Shop LV
— — 1000 —
Zantetsuken
(ザンテツケン Zantetsuken?)
Zantetsuken in KHUX
Attributes Target Gauge Cost Damage
Power Upright All 2 x6.84 - 7.91
7★: Inflicts more damage the lower your HP.
Speed Upright All 2 x6.84 - 7.91
7★: Inflicts more damage the lower your HP.

Zantetsuken is a technique introduced in Kingdom Hearts Final Mix. It allows the user to execute a single, impossibly fast Keyblade strike, usually dealing a devastating amount of damage.

Mechanics[edit]

In Kingdom Hearts Final Mix, Zantetsuken is a combat ability that costs 2 AP to equip. It gives Sora a 30% chance to deliver a ground combo finisher that deals Percentage damage equivalent to 250% of the enemy's HP. After hitting the target, Sora takes 1.1 seconds to recover.

In Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories, Zantetsuken is an attack sleight that renders the opponent's cards unreloadable when breaking them with it, no matter if it hits or misses, and deals a small amount of damage. If a sleight or card stack gets broken by Zantetsuken, all three cards become unreloadable. The broken cards may still be restored through Item cards that reload unreloadable cards such as Elixirs, however. It has no effect on enemies or bosses that do not use card decks, and it does not affect cards broken through a tie. Additionally, Zantetsuken can be used to repeatedly card break bosses with card decks in order to render them unable to attack and have them keep reloading their deck.

In Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Zantetsuken is an action ability available in Limit Form. It is a ground combo finisher that activates when Sora is attacking a single target. It is three times as strong as a normal finisher, making it the most powerful single-hitting attack available to Sora, although it eats up an entire Form Gauge without Form Boost equipped. The Zantetsu Counter ability allows Sora to use it as a counterattack during a successful Guard.

Ultimate KHREC.png In Kingdom Hearts Re:coded, Zantetsuken is an attack command that has a memory consumption of 22% and a normal reload time of 25 seconds. On top of its high critical hit rate, it deals 50% more added damage than normal when dealing a critical hit and boosts the Clock Gauge 50% more than usual. If the Zantetsu Prime ability is active, Zantetsuken will destroy non-boss enemies in a single stroke if a critical hit is dealt, tripling the normal Clock Gauge boost if successful. If used in midair, Data-Sora will return to the ground before performing the attack.

In Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep, Zantetsuken is an Ultimate attack command exclusive to Terra that may destroy enemies in a single stroke. It takes up one slot in the Command Deck, has a maximum level of 5 and a normal reload time of 20 seconds, and fills the Command Gauge by 40%. The activation of Zantetsuken is indicated by the surroundings darkening and the weapon glowing.

In Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance, Zantetsuken is an attack command exclusive to Riku that inflicts the Zantetsuken status to the target if activated. It takes up two slots in the Command Deck and has a reload time of 32 seconds. It grants +4 to Strength when attached to a Dream Eater recipe. When used, there is a 50% chance that Zantetsuken's status effect will be activated, indicated by a the camera tilting and a screen cut effect once Riku warps behind the enemy. Enemies without Zantetsuken resistance will be defeated with a single blow, while enemies with Zantetsuken resistance instead take a 1.6 power neutral damage attack.

In Kingdom Hearts Union χ, Zantetsuken is a special attack that targets all enemies. It costs 2 special attack gauges to perform. It inflicts more damage the lower Player's HP.

In Kingdom Hearts III, Zantetsuken is an action ability exclusive to Light Form and Dark Form. It is both forms' first ground combo finisher.

Learning Zantetsuken[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Final Mix[edit]

  • Sora learns Zantetsuken after defeating the Kurt Zisa.

Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories[edit]

  • Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 22.[KH CoM]
  • Sora can learn Zantetsuken starting at level 27.[KH Re:CoM]

Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix[edit]

  • Limit Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded[edit]

  • Data-Sora can obtain Zantetsuken by defeating the Ice Titan on Critical Mode with a ranking of ★.
  • Data-Sora has a 10% chance of obtaining Zantetsuken from Pair Blox on Floor 91-100 of the Avatar Sector.

Command Conversion[edit]

Zantetsuken is an attack command that can be converted through one recipe.

Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep[edit]

  • Terra can purchase Zantetsuken from the Command Shop for 1700 munny once five worlds are cleared or the command has already been obtained elsewhere.
  • Terra can purchase Zantetsuken from the Medal Shop for 1000 medals after reaching Shop Level 5 and Arena Level 8.

Command Meld[edit]

Zantetsuken is an Ultimate-class attack command that can be melded through two different recipes, listed in the Giga Attack Recipe.

Character Command #1 Command #2 Success
rate		 Abilities
Command LV Command LV Shimmering Fleeting Pulsing Wellspring Soothing Hungry Abounding
T Stopga 4 Sonic Blade 5 80% Blizzard Boost Reload Boost Second Chance Air Combo Plus Damage Syphon HP Prize Plus Lucky Strike
T Stopga 4 Dark Haze 4 80% Fire Boost Reload Boost Finish Boost Once More Damage Syphon HP Prize Plus EXP Chance

Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance[edit]

  • Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the Thunderaffe Ability Link for 200 Link Points.
  • Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the Lord Kyroo Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
  • Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the Cera Terror Ability Link for 400 Link Points.
  • Sora and Riku can purchase Zantetsuken from the Staggerceps Ability Link for 400 Link Points.

Kingdom Hearts Union χ[edit]

Kingdom Hearts III[edit]

  • Light Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.
  • Dark Form has Zantetsuken as a default ability.

Synthesized Commands[edit]

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded[edit]

Zantetsuken is used to convert the following commands:

Other appearances[edit]

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days[edit]

The first ground combo attack of Roxas and Xion's Omega Weapon and the ground combo finishers of Roxas and Xion's Oathkeeper and Two Become One and Sora's Dream Sword resemble Zantetsuken.

Kingdom Hearts Re:coded[edit]

Data-Sora's second ranged ground finish is an attack similar to Zantetsuken.

Origin[edit]

In the Final Fantasy series, Zantetsuken (斬鉄剣?, lit. "Iron-cutting Sword") is the signature attack of the summon Odin, and it is sometimes mimicked by Gilgamesh. It typically inflicts Instant Death upon all enemies. It shares its name with a recurring weapon. The term Zantetsuken is derived from a nickname given to swords crafted by Japanese swordsmith Yasuhiro Kobayashi.

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