How could she face herself? Sure, blood stains, but wounds heal. How could she use anything else?

Bows: you aren’t tormented by the faces of those you harm.

Swords: you can cause too much damage too easily.

Lance: if you’re going to hurt them, give them a chance to hurt you, goddamn it!

There’s a small thud onto the dusty carpet.

She’s not willing to even consider the last option.