Quote Originally Posted by Kallera View Post
That doesn't mean "completely divorced from reality." This just doesn't look like a serviceable weapon.

Gold globs do not make for a cutting edge. You are more like to annoy your target than really hurt it.
You make the assumption that Eorzean gold has the same properties as real world gold :P

Also.. It could just be .. You know .. Gold plating.

And look at that fantastically point tip. Perfect for thrusting :P