So how many bearers of great weapons fight with something else? None! Lady T is only part of GS--there is also a Morganti blade and spellbreaker. Vlad also admired the feel of the dagger, and I suspect that it will be his only weapon for close fighting. Of course, he still can throw things, and Loiosh ain't retiring! The effect of Morganti blades isn't always what is wanted. He will have other blades, and use them.