The Sword of Venatien

Introduction
The Sword of Venatien is the weapon of the Dukes of **. An ancient heirloom passed down his family bloodline to the strongest and most capable male heir of each generation. The sword was created for and wielded by the first of the ducal bloodline Lord Venatien. The weapon and the man became famous in the battle which won the family the honor of being made hereditary Dukes. The sword has seen many battles in the hundreds of years it has been part of the family, yet there are no scrathes, scuff marks or rust on the blade; such is its quality.

Appearance
Come on! Tell us what it looks like! Does it look Sinister? Cool Pirate design? Shiny? It's too bright!!! Any decoration? Is it on fire? HOT!

Abilities and Powers
So is it your typical weapon?

Higher grade? Magical powers? Turns into a creature that strike all those who dare to mock it?

History
The Sword of Venatien