Excalibur

Excalibur is a nigh-indestructable magical blade of mysterious origins. It is unique, in that its physical condition is mirrored by the state of the nation of Albion. At its finest, it is austere, sharp, and beautifully gilded. At its worst (during the time of the civil war), it was rusted, cracked, and faded. The only means of destroying Excalibur, is to destroy Albion or the bloodline of its royalty. Excalibur can only be moved or lifted when held in hand by its chosen wielder, the High King of Albion. In this manner, if let go of, it will remain stationary until retrieved by Arthur. The blade appears to be semi-intelligent, and in times of battle, will occasionally express ideas or thoughts on the surface of the blade in the form of shifting inscriptions. The Excalibur Blade is required to operate the Excalibur Colossus, akin to the way a key is required to open a lock.