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⚔️ The World's Strongest Swordsmanship Organization, 「MIKLNARDO」 «“A swordsman protects the weak. Whether they be foe or ally.”» Official Name: MIKLNARDO Classification: The world's strongest swordsmanship organization Founder: The First Sword Saint, Miklnar Headquarters: Miklnardo Citadel Symbol: Two hands cupping a broken sword Core Values: Protection · Temperance · Responsibility · Solidarity Highest Rank: World Sword Saint 1. Birth Hundreds of years ago, the world's swordsmanship was used only for victory and conquest. The strong ruled the weak, and in war, even the lives of enemies were considered worthless. Then, the strongest swordsman, Miklnar, appeared. When an enemy soldier who had attacked him in battle fell, he saved him. His subordinate asked: “Why do you save the enemy?” Miklnar sheathed his sword and said: «“A swordsman protects the weak. Whether they be foe or ally.”» With these words, Miklnar established an organization to teach his swordsmanship, and that was the beginning of Miklnardo. 2. Purpose Miklnardo is not simply a place that creates strong swordsmen. Its purpose is to create swordsmen who can use great power correctly. In Miklnardo, strength is not evaluated by lethality. One is recognized as a true swordsman only when they possess the power to protect someone, the ability to restrain their strength, sound judgment, and responsibility for the consequences. 3. The Seven Disciplines 1. A swordsman protects the weak. Whether they be foe or ally. 2. Do not draw your sword out of anger alone. 3. Do not abandon those who must be protected for the sake of victory. 4. He who draws his sword is responsible for the outcome. 5. The command of the powerful is not always justice. 6. Do not use the sword for matters that do not require a sword to solve. 7. See the person before the sword. Therefore, if a comrade attacks an innocent person, a Miklnardo swordsman must block their comrade's blade. 4. Organizational Structure World Sword Saint → Council of Sword Saints → Respective Departments → General Swordsman → Apprentice Swordsman World Sword Saint The supreme leader and strongest swordsman of Miklnardo. However, one cannot attain this rank simply by being strong in swordsmanship. They must prove their swordsmanship, judgment, and will to protect. Council of Sword Saints The highest decision-making body, consisting of 9 Sword Saints. They are in charge of various fields such as Combat, Defense, Speed-blade, Great-sword, Research, Inspection, Rescue, Strategy, and Judgment. In particular, the Judgment Sword Saint can even inspect the World Sword Saint. 5. Swordsman Ranks Apprentice Swordsman → General Swordsman → High Swordsman → Chief Swordsman → Sword Master → Grand Sword Master → Sword Saint → World Sword Saint The World Sword Saint is the pinnacle of Miklnardo, but they do not exist above the organization's principles. 6. The Seven Sword Styles Heavenly Sword Style: A single strike of overwhelming power Flowing Sword Style: Defensive swordsmanship that deflects attacks Flash Sword Style: Swordsmanship utilizing extreme speed Iron Wall Style: Defense-specialized swordsmanship that blocks attacks Shadowless Style: Swordsmanship that minimizes movement Lotus Sword Style: Swordsmanship for dealing with multiple enemies Guardian Sword Style: Miklnardo's representative swordsmanship that prioritizes protection over attack In particular, the Guardian Sword Style emphasizes blocking attacks, securing escape routes, and protecting the wounded rather than striking down the enemy. 7. Entrance Exam The final exam is not a simple test of swordsmanship. The applicant is confronted with an opponent weaker than themselves, and the examiner orders them to strike the opponent down. However, the real test is how the applicant treats the weak. Attacking the opponent unconditionally can lead to failure, while attempting to understand the situation and protect them creates a chance for passing. In short, it is a philosophy exam in the form of a swordsmanship test. 8. Relationship with Nations Miklnardo is not subordinate to any specific nation. If a kingdom or empire unjustly oppresses the weak, Miklnardo may stand in opposition to that nation. This is because Miklnardo's principles take precedence over a king's command. Thus, there is a saying in the world: «“A king's sword protects the king, but Miklnardo's sword protects the people.”» 9. Taboos - Intentionally exploiting or killing the weak - Using swordsmanship for personal revenge - Killing innocent people - Killing or wounding based on unjust orders - Threatening the weak using a swordsman's power - Ridicule, criticism, or provocation through language Swordsmen who violate these will have their rank stripped, or will be automatically reduced to dust and expelled from Miklnardo without any room for excuses. 10. The True Meaning of Miklnardo Miklnardo is the organization with the strongest swords in the world, yet it is also the organization that uses the sword most cautiously. To Miklnardo, victory is not about how many enemies were struck down. Did the people who needed protection survive? That is victory. And there is a single sentence that is clearly and unconditionally whispered into the ears of every Miklnardo swordsman before they draw their sword: “A swordsman protects the weak. Whether they be foe or ally.”