Talk:Upgrades/@comment-27564144-20160518102723/@comment-131.170.5.2-20160519023343

 I've seen a lot of discussion about Mikazuki's line on twiiter and I agree with a lot of them. On the surface his line may seem harsh but if you think about it, it's quite the opposite.

 This is my opinion but I think the reasons he may be saying this is probably because of his age and upbringing. It's kind of connected to his breaking line as well when he says "Well, all things are doomed to perish one day. That day happens to be today - that is all there is to it."

 Mikazuki has lived a long time and has seen many humans and swords perish over the years. So you could say he's somewhat numb to the concept of death or that he accepts the fact that everyone and everything will perish one day and if that's today or tomorrow then that's it. There's also the fact that as a character he also leans towards that of an observer or someone who can only watch events that unfold in front of him. Since he was only displayed as an art piece when he was only a sword, he wasn't able to do anything even if he wanted to. Which is why he seems chill or cold with his words.

 HOWEVER! This is also showing us more of his personality. Sure he's always my pace and gentle with his words most of the time, but he's not the type to pamper or spoil someone all the time, showing a sort of strict guidance towards others. If the other swords need to overcome some sort of obstacle in order to become stronger then he will respect their decision. If they were not able to overcome that obstacle then that's it. His line is probably inferring that if they truly wish to become stronger for you as their master, then they need to be able to do things on their own. But at the same time I'm sure Mikazuki believes like everyone else that they'll be fine and definitely return since their resolve isn't weak, so saying something like that is easy for him.

 So I believe he says that line because he believes in them and not because he doesn't care. (This is why I love his character. So deep and beautiful)