"Yes, in the right hands, Mussë could become a sword of story, when it finds its bearer. A young and untrained warrior on a long and arduous journey could wield it to great advantage. It might make for an interesting tale. But this is not a sword of great power such as the heroes you spoke of would earlier would bear. It is of a small power. While I learn the ways of this world, I will be cautious with my making."

Even if Ritsuka were to lose her grip on the sword, she wouldn't actually drop it. The sword knows what it's doing. It's a beginner's sword, although an expert swordsperson could also find some benefit to using it.

"If you wouldn't mind trying a few practice strokes? The blade will not harm you."