“They are an odd lot, the arms-sworn.” said Voddick, “they managed to build a new society out of disaster and they have made it work for centuries. Societies with easier births have fallen much sooner.”
“Perhaps it is because of that difficult birth that they have managed so well,” said Gollaon. “Tempered metal is often stronger after all.” He grinned at his friend.
“That’s right, throw my own proverb back at me,” replied Voddick with a smile and shake of his head.
“See, I have been paying attention, just not all the time.”
Weapons of the Arms-Sworn
Like the Arm-Sworn, these weapon are practical first, always well made and as they become heirlooms and are passed down from generation to generation, they begin to accumulate decorations and accoutrements especially if they have become part of someone’s story.
Sea of Stars RPG Design Journal 