The Ashenblade

The Ashenblade is the weapon used by Aurius.

Background
The Ashenblade is a legendary weapon that is carried by the current Pheonix, who at this time is Aurius. The blade itself is actually the remains of the previous Pheonix's life force, who in this case would be Carth Pheonix. If the blade were to be destroyed, though it is nigh on indestructible, Carth would die with it. The blade can change form to suit the taste of its wielder, though the transformation does take a certain level of energy to perform. Aurius found the blade in the abandoned Den of the Firebird, once home to his ancestor, Venatus. Ever since, it has remained a loyal weapon to Aurius when needed, as none but those he permits may wield it. When summoned, it will either fly to his grasp, or (while at a great distance) reform itself. Aurius brought The Ashenblade with him to Koheigh, though hid it initially, carrying it as a decorative or ceremonial blade instead of using it in combat. However, after the crisis of the takeover of Hellfire, Aurius revealed his weapon at The Defender Stronghold in a sparring match with Griffon, as Griffon had clearly not recalled the blade from his past. Aurius would also use this weapon during the first half of the Battle of The Defender Stronghold, though would not use it during the second half, having ascended to his divine form.

Statistics
As a blade specially formed to Aurius' tastes, it is both very heavy and long, allowing for strong, decisive strikes against enemies, and its great sharpness allows it to cut down lightly and heavily armored foes alike. However, due to its high weight and poor aerodynamics, most strikes must be slow, powerful slashes, which can leave Aurius exposed temporarily if a strike were to miss. The Ashenblade is also the only sword to match The Defender's Wrath in durability, being as nigh on indestructible.