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The Monado is a legendary weapon from the {{uv|Xenoblade}} universe. Although categorized as a sword, it instead conceals a blade of ether that appears whenever the weapon is swung. Capable of damaging the otherwise nearly-invulnerable Mechon, the Monado was used by the Homs of Bionis to defend themselves from the invading Mechon attackers. Wielded by [[Dunban]] in the prologue of ''Xenoblade Chronicles'', its use eventually renders his right arm useless; the weapon is then taken up by [[Shulk]] in defense of his home, Colony 9, where he can use it without any ill effects. The Monado is capable of using a unique set of [[Monado Arts|battle arts]], with Shulk discovering more arts as he progresses through the game, as well as give its user premonitions predicting hazardous events that Shulk has to avoid. Ultimately, Shulk and his company discover the connection between the Monado and the gods of the ''Xenoblade'' world.

In ''Smash'', {{SSB4|Shulk}} wields the Monado as his primary weapon, and utilizes its [[Monado Arts]]. Due to its beam nature, the Monado grants Shulk excellent disjointed range, and makes him the fighter with the longest disjointed weapon in the ''Smash Bros.'' series. The premonitions are also used as his [[Vision|down special]] as a type of counter move.