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In 2005, the Southeast Asian dagger, keris, was designated as a Masterpiece of Humanity's Oral and Intangible Heritage by UNESCO. The keris is an asymmetrical dagger with a unique blade design made possible by alternating iron and pamor (nickelous iron laminations). A keris has various practical and spiritual purposes. It may be used for display, magical talismans, weapons, a sanctified pusaka (heirloom), auxiliary weapon for court soldiers, accessory for ceremonial dress, indicator of social status, a symbol of heroism, and many more. The Barong Dance of Bali highlights the dangerous and mystical qualities of keris when the villain Rangda tries to magically enchant the prince's soldiers to commit suicide while another magician makes them invincible to sharp objects. In a