Fjorglimt
Fjorglimt is Risar Stormborn's named sentient sword. The name means or evokes fjord-light or lightning over the fjord, matching Risar's storm and thunder imagery. It is a straight, double-edged Viking sword forged from sky-forged steel, with a broad blade etched in coiling knotwork and ancient runes that glow electric blue when the weapon hungers for battle. The pommel is a snarling blue dragon head with twin sapphires for eyes. Leather wraps the hilt in the old style of Risar's grandfather, the great warrior who carried it through storms and giant-kin wars.
At a Glance
- Known as: Risar Stormborn's lightning sword.
- Known for: Associated with Risar Stormborn's bronze/blue dragonborn paladin identity.
- Last known status: Carried by Risar Stormborn.
Campaign History
- Associated with Risar Stormborn's bronze/blue dragonborn paladin identity.
- Part of Risar's storm-themed combat presence in the Niðaróss and Stormroost material.
- Protects the Stormborn bloodline and will not willingly allow itself to be wielded by anyone who harms Risar's family.
- Planned Hearthforge cave-clearing story use: Fjorglimt should give Risar timely, practical advice that he follows to great success, especially advice that helps him protect the party and work as part of a coordinated team rather than only chasing personal glory.
Connections
- Risar Stormborn: wielder; Fjorglimt calls him “little thunder” with gruff affection.
- Risar's grandfather: previous wielder who carried Fjorglimt through storms and giant-kin wars.
- Stormborn bloodline: Fjorglimt is protective of the family line.
Abilities and Gear
- Sentient +1 magic weapon: grants a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls.
- Awakened Divine Smite: whenever Risar uses Divine Smite while wielding Fjorglimt, the extra damage may change from radiant to lightning.
- Lightning arc: when Awakened Divine Smite is used, each creature of Risar's choice within 5 feet of the target must make a DC 13 Dexterity saving throw or take 1d6 lightning damage. Creatures that succeed take no damage.
- Personality: proud, battle-hungry, and protective of the Stormborn bloodline.
- Purpose: to strike down the unworthy and protect the clan.
