Razorthe

Razorthe is a legendary weapon in the fictional universe of Eldoria. It is described as a sentient greatsword forged in the star-forges of the First Age, said to possess a single edge of extraordinary sharpness.

Etymology and design: The name Razorthe is traced in lore to ancient words for cutting and fate. The blade is said to be long and slender, with a blade of dark steel and a hilt wrapped in worn leather. Some accounts describe runes along the spine that glow faintly in battle.

In-universe history: Legends place Razorthe in the hands of a succession of legendary soldiers and rulers during the wars that shaped Eldoria. After numerous conflicts, it reportedly vanished from the record, surfacing in various ruins and tombs, sometimes guiding or testing its bearer.

Powers and limitations: Descriptions vary, but common motifs include the blade's ability to slice through magical wards and ordinary armor with ease, and to sense deception in its wielder, punishing deceit with weighty misfortune or withdrawal of power.

Cultural impact: Razorthe appears in later works inspired by Eldoria as a symbol of moral testing and the cost of power. The weapon has been referenced in games, poetry, and art, where it serves as a narrative device rather than a fixed artifact.