While the heroes get kicked around a lot, after a certain point we don't worry so much. But if you want to really show off how badass a new antagonist might be, not only should they beat the hero in a fight quickly, but they should hurt their pride. The easiest way to do that is smash up their signature weapon/accessory. Naturally, this is much more emotional for the character if they also have a Empathic Weapon and even worse if it's a Equippable Ally or other Living Weapon. May lead to Reforged Blade, Give Me a Sword or even It Was a Gift Contrast: Like Cannot Cut Like.