From samurai to knights, all manner of warriors are often depicted with a sword at their hilt. Anime is well known for its fantasy stories, and swords thrive best in a fantasy environment.

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Last month, director and actor Chris Carpenter launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring his vision for a Legend of Zelda fan film to life.

Your weekly Local Running Newsletter has everything you need to lace up! Subscribe today. The sword was suspended in the basement rafters with a message from 1945 still secured to its fittings.

Lost in Hyrule, an unofficial live-action Legend of Zelda film, has been shut down by Nintendo. The project was canceled following an apparent cease-and-desist order from Nintendo, with no ...