Stout Brand

A «Stout Brand» (スタウトブランド) is a one-handed sword that can be obtained as a possible monster drop in Sword Art Online (SAO).

Appearance
The «Stout Brand» is described as a short and wide sword with a large knuckle guard.

Rondo of a Fragile Blade
On December 9, 2022; Shivata came to Nezha in Taran to have his «Stout Brand» enhanced with heaviness. However, Nezha used Quick Change to replace Shivata's broadsword with a duplicate that no longer had any strengthening attempts left. Nezha then attempted to enhance the sword, causing it to break, thus tricking Shivata into believing that he had lost his sword. Shivata showed remarkable restraint and left with minimal complaint to Nezha.

On December 14, 2022; Nezha admitted to having sold Shivata's «Stout Brand».

Trivia

 * The rarity of a «Stout Brand» is slightly higher than of a «Wind Fleuret».
 * The «Stout Brand» is said to be a straight sword that falls in the broadsword subcategory.