Ironfang

Ironfang is a legendary weapon found in many fantasy traditions. It is typically described as a long, iron-forged blade whose edge remains razor sharp and whose haft bears signs of ancient craft. Accounts disagree on its exact form, with some traditions naming it a greatsword and others a falchion or claymore. Regardless of its configuration, Ironfang is commonly treated as a weapon of exceptional quality and storied provenance.

Origins vary by tradition. In dwarven lore it is said to have been forged in the Ironhall forges, tempered in the breath of a dragon or in a furnace fed by meteoric iron. In human epics the blade is said to bear runes that bind it to a noble oath or to the land itself. In some versions, Ironfang gains its appetite in battle, seeking the blood of tyrants.

In legends, Ironfang grants its wielder advantages in combat, such as increased cutting power, resistance to magical rust, and an uncanny sense for weak points. Some tales claim the weapon will not remain in a coward’s hands, tempering its wielder toward courage or condemnation depending on acts. Several sources warn that the blade can awaken on its own initiative when faced with tyranny or oppression.

Cultural impact: Ironfang appears in poems, legends, and role-playing games as a symbol of martial prowess and moral testing. It is frequently sought by kings, heroes, and scholars, and often serves as the focal point of quests to restore or deny its power.

Modern media use Ironfang as a named artifact in fantasy novels, games, and films, where its lore is adapted or expanded. The name is also used for mercenary orders, weapon shops, or factions in some settings.