A spear has natural reach whereas a broadsword is better suited for close range or mid-range.

[Oh-! It seems Izuku knows a little bit about these things too! But it really is mostly from things he's read or anime and hero drama shows that he's watched. Putting these things into real use and in real combat is something else entirely.

He pulls back the sword and pulls into a loose stance again. This time holding the weapon in order to balance his feet better. He gets a good feel of the ground and the weight of the weapon in his hands.]

I think with practice this one will be good for me. I think I can put the power behind it that it deserves... Ah- Gaius-sensei! What about---

[Oh no. Did he just call him a sensei!? He suddenly blushes and drops the tip of the sword to the ground.]

I mean- Gaius-san! I was going to- ask... ask you...! How long did it take for you to learn??