The Aetherblades
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The Aetherblades Freeguild Greatswords of the Free City of Hallowhold In the darkness, we are the guiding light. In the sun, we are the blinding beacon. We shine in the dark, to distract the foe. We blind in the light, to protect our allies. -Excerpt of the swearing in oath of an Aetherblade cadet The Aetherblades of Hallowhold are the elite defenders of the city. Only the most daring, courageous, and fearless individuals are ever allowed to carry a Great Aetherblade into battle. Comprised of the citizens of both Hallowhold-Hysh and Hallowhold-Ulgu, the Aetherblades know that all eyes, both allies and foes, are on them when they take to the battlefield. Whether focus is due to adoration, or because it is all the enemies can see, it is by design. No matter what realm they fight in, the Aetherblades always keep their armor on. The armor of an Aetherblade soldier is specially made to reflect the light of Hys...