drawn swords

Related
  • bladesSharp flat cutting parts
  • steelCarbon-hardened iron alloy
  • clashViolent disagreement or collision
  • battleArmed military engagement
  • duelPrearranged one-on-one combat

unsheathed · gleaming · combat · warriors · crossed · brandished · flashing · fight · conflict · sharp · edges · hilts · charge · standoff · tension · bloodshed · confrontation · parry

Opposites
combat readiness

drawn swordsstanding down

Relinquishing a position

at ease · disarmed · unarmed · relaxed stance · off duty

hostility vs. peace

drawn swordsolive branch

Symbol of reconciliation

white flag · peace offering · truce · handshake · ceasefire

symbolic intent

drawn swordsbent knee

Leg folded at joint

capitulation · submission · deference

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