Carved with the same runes that were found on the blade, the stone would have the ability to negate the power of the sword while it rested within. The being needed to be single-minded, unwavering, loyal to a fault, and most importantly, powerful. XXX In that case let the chips fall where they may. He presented it as a great honor for any warrior that volunteered. Sparks flew from the point of joining, accompanied by a grating noise, as the sword’s blade disappeared into the stone. When a potential wielder grasped the pommel of a sword, it must first discern the suitability of the would-be wielder before it can even be removed the stone. For example, a sword might leap from its scabbard
