In Norse mythology, a sword was rarely just sharpened metal. A blade could carry a curse, decide...
Swords from Literature
Swords in literature have long symbolized various themes, from heroism and power to honour and destiny.
In most heroic tales, a legendary sword appears just before the impossible battle. The warrior takes the...
Few fantasy weapons arrive carrying as much emotional baggage as Andúril. Most legendary swords get a dramatic...
The Silmarillion does not treat swords like ordinary pieces of equipment. In Tolkien’s world, a blade can...
In a world overflowing with ancient blades, lost magic, and family heirlooms people are worryingly willing to...
In fantasy literature, plenty of swords are dangerous. Some glow, some have ancient names, and some come...
A Sword That Carries the Weight of Prophecy Fantasy has no shortage of dramatic swords. Some glow,...
The Witcher universe has never been shy about giving weapons dramatic names. Some sound noble, some sound...
Few swords in fantasy carry the weight of history quite like Blackfyre. In George R. R. Martin’s...
Few weapons in J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium carry as much mystery, tragedy, and outright bad luck as Anglachel....