If you could only take one item with you as you flee your home, what would it be?

I think I would probably go for a contemporary Celtic sword, such as the one reviewed on Sword-buyers-guide.com, by Paul Southren from Australia.

• full name: Generation 2's Celtic Anthropomorphic Sword
• maker company: Generation 2 (hand made in the Philippines & tend to focus on creating sub US$300 medieval swords, though they also make a few Asian and fantasy blades)
• steel: 5160 Spring Steel
• weight: 3lbs
• point of Balance: 4"
• price Range: US $149-200
• seller: Arms of Valor

Pros

• Very sharp and sturdy blade
• Made from high quality materials

Cons

• Scabbard is very plain and unattractive
• Not particularly historically accurate overall appearance

Rated 4 stars out of 5 (****)