yeah Virgil is a skilled swordsman, sorta like a samurai and Dante is different cant really compare him to anything but his own unique style. i reckon the swords suit the wielder. I couldn't really picture Virgil with the rebellion in a major combat situation. i only got regular dmc3 no special edition, so I'm annoyed at the fact i can't play as Virgil, coz i like his weapon and moves.