The struggles of the protagonists to become a better version of themselves are constantly present in Disney’s stories. And along the way, they are forced to confront evil in order to safeguard their families, the country, or simply their own freedom. Of course, it would be a huge omission when we didn’t mention the sword – the powerful weapon that accompanies our heroes.
Many of Disney‘s greatest heroes and villains have wielded a wide range of blades, from scythes and curved swords to longswords and sabers. Those swords do not appear because of nothing. They are symbols of their owners’ power as well as always containing a magical story about the character’s background. Here are the 10 most iconic swords from Disney movies! Keep scrolling and don’t forget to tell us which swords have wowed you the most in the comments!
#1 The sword in the stone from The Sword In The Stone
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King Arthur‘s Excalibur is often recognized as one of the most famous fictional blades, and it has a pristine reputation. Arthur’s title as the Once and Future King is cemented when he sees the lad in his squire robes resting his hand on the sword as a celestial light descends upon him and a choir sings from above. It’s one of the most well-known imagery in the fantasy and fairytale genre, alongside the enchanted rose, the castle clock striking midnight and Snow White‘s first kiss.
#2 The keyblade from Kingdom Hearts
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It’s Disney’s turn to come up with one of the most iconic video game weapons in recent memory. Kingdom Hearts‘ Keyblade determines the fate of the hearts of various realms. The weapon, wielded by Sora, Riku, and King Mickey, has the power to change the tides in the war between light and darkness. It serves as a universal key, a robust sword, and a sign of multiversal magic, in addition to being efficient against Nobodies and the Heartless.
#3 Kylo Ren’s lightsaber from Star Wars
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Even when contrasted to other sabers like Darth Maul’s staff, Kylo Ren‘s sputtering cross-guard saber was as vicious and unstable as its wielder, and it remains a favorite. Everything about Kylo Ren’s look makes a statement, for better or worse. The flickering lightsaber denotes power and wrath, while the shattered Kyber crystal reflects the shattered state of its wielder’s being. The force binds everything together, including the dark side’s details.
#4 Fa Zhou’s sword from Mulan
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The original sword shown in Disney’s Mulan is one of the most iconic character pieces, even though the live-action Mulan remake gave her a lovely blade. It only takes one glance at the guard’s monster visage to recognize Mulan. She not only defends herself against the Huns, but she also uses her sword’s highly reflecting blade to decimate their numbers and save her own army. The sword, like Mulan, is much more than it appears.
#5 The dark saber from Star Wars
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Few Star Wars fans will ever forget the vision of Moff Gideon slicing himself out of the wreckage following season one’s epic struggle with the iconic weapon. Because the Jedi are widely regarded as some of the galaxy’s strongest warriors, creating a weapon that can compete with their lightsabers is no easy task. The Darksaber is as much a symbol of power as it is a cruel weapon, and it is as deadly as it is visually appealing.
#6 Raya’s whip-sword from Raya And The Last Dragon
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Raya’s whip-sword goes the extra mile in terms of style and efficiency, as any great warrior deserves a large bladed weapon to slice and dice their way through any barriers that stand in their way. With that blade, Raya is a true artist. Even when blinded by her own wrath, she can still wield her weapon with the same ferocity and skill as Jet-Li in the heat of battle.
#7 The vorpal sword from Alice In Wonderland
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This magnificent blade may appear to be a standard-issue fantasy sword, but it is much more than just a lovely piece of equipment. It is not only the only weapon capable of defeating the Red Queen‘s Jabberwocky, but it also serves as a visual representation of Alice’s acceptance of her true identity. The completion of the vorpal armor marks the end of Alice’s mental journey, similar to her own discovery about her identity.
#8 Sword of Triton from Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
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To back up his claim, every renowned pirate captain needs an equally famed blade! This enchanted cross between a broadsword and a cutlass is more than just a big blade capable of cleaving a pirate in half; it can also bring the dead back to life, manipulate lifeless objects, and do a lot more than a regular buccaneer’s blade could ever dream of. For a setting like this, it’s a little overpowered, but it’s still one of the studio’s strongest weapons.
#9 The singing sword from Who Framed Roger Rabbit
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Yes, it is a respectable mention! Many viewers, though, can’t hear the song “Witchcraft” without thinking of this scene from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, courtesy of this Sinatra-shaped sword. It gets a position on the list simply because it’s one of the film’s most memorable gags and imagery. Furthermore, Bob Hoskins‘ reaction to drawing an animated weapon is hilarious.
#10 The magic sword from The Black Cauldron
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While the sword unearthed in the dungeons of the Horned King’s palace from Disney’s dark fantasy epic may not have a particularly illustrious name, it is undoubtedly one that many would-be warriors would love to own. It’s not only a stunning and powerful blade with the ability to cut through butter like a hot knife, but it also has its own mind!
