Moonflower Sword Art

**Moonflower Sword Art** is a sword style utilised by House Black.

## Overview

Moonflower Sword Art was created and developed by House Black, a prominent family of warriors descending from the Aelfen bloodline with a rich history and tradition of sword fighting. This style is considered one of the most elegant and graceful sword styles in existence, with its movements and techniques resembling the beauty of the moon and the delicacy of flowers. House Black believes that their sword style is a reflection of the natural world and the cycles of life and death.

The techniques and forms of Moonflower Sword Art are a combination of elegance, grace, and acrobatics. The sword movements are not only pleasing to the eye but also incredibly efficient and effective in combat. The user's movements are characterised by blinding speeds and swift, powerful attacks that are executed with precision and accuracy. The style's emphasis on speed and agility makes it a popular choice among samurai who favour quick and decisive strikes.

One notable aspect of Moonflower Sword Art is its usage of Iaidō, a technique that involves quickly unsheathing the sword for a rapid attack and then sheathing it again. The technique is designed for surprise attacks, allowing the user to quickly draw and attack before the opponent can react. House Black considers Iaidō to be an essential part of their sword style, and all members are required to master the technique.

## Techniques

**Scatter:** The user quickly unsheathes their sword and delivers a powerful and precise slash aimed at a vital point on their opponent's body, before smoothly sheathing their weapon. It is so fast that it appears as if the user moved so quickly that it seems as if they disappeared and reappeared in a blur. This technique is often used as a surprise attack, catching opponents off guard and giving them little time to react.

**Crescent Moon:** This technique involves the user crouching low to the ground, gripping their sword tightly in their hand. With a swift motion, they unsheathe their sword and make a powerful upward slash, releasing a crescent-shaped arc of Spirit energy that shoots towards their target in a straight line. The movement is fast and powerful, making it perfect for surprise attacks or counterattacks. It can also be used to create a gap between the user and the opponent, allowing for a quick escape or to reposition for another attack.

**Secret Art: Moonflower Chaotic Dance:** The user somersaults into the air and spirals rapidly while upside down. While spiralling, they execute a 360° slash with their sword that releases Spirit in the form of a swirling vortex. The technique is particularly effective against groups of enemies or for covering a wide area, as the vortex can strike multiple targets at once.

## Adrian's Techniques

While this style is mainly used with one sword, Adrian has adapted the style to utilise two swords instead. He believed that using two swords would increase his versatility and ability to adapt to different situations. Adrian's version of the style retains the elegance and grace of the original, while incorporating the added complexity of wielding two swords simultaneously.

Adrian's power allows him to create and destroy his swords at will, which adds a powerful twist to the already formidable Moonflower Sword Art. When he creates a sword, it materializes in his hand with a burst of particles of black Spirit, while destroying a sword dissolves it into the same particles. This ability not only allows him to overwhelm his opponents with a never-ending stream of attacks, but it also gives him the element of surprise, as he can create or destroy his swords at any moment, leaving his opponents open to devastating strikes.