By Ed Hackett (maguslord@hotmail.com)
The following powers of the talisman may not all be contained in the replications. The original sword, which boasted all of the following powers, has been lost. These are the known spells associated with the talisman. All the replications of the modern era possess a Quintessence rating of 40 and possess Arete 3. All the Effects for the Hellstrum blades range frome sphere ratings 1-3; it is not meant for being overly powerful. Thus the cost of the Hellstrum Katanas.
Note: Each effect uses 1 Quintessence.
Mind 2, Life 2
This potent effect allows a willworker to calm himself in moments of distraction. His senses and mind mesh together, working in perfect harmony. This effect focuses the mind for meditation. Due to the Akashic Paradigm, this is considered coincidental due to its mystic Asian manner. This effect may also be used to cause serenity to flood into a violent person's mind, a particularly common effect since many Akashics prefer to avoid conflict.
Perpetual Sharpness
Matter 2, Prime 3
More of the ancient Hellstrum Katanas possess this ability. This means that the strength of the blade will never deteriorate. The blade will never rust and it will always remain shimmering with the visage of new steel.
Light of Harmonies
Forces 3, Prime 2
This effect works in several ways. It may shoot an orb of magickal energy, radiate a room with a flash of light, or may just cause damage like normal but the damage would be aggravated. Some variants use this effect to make the caster invisible.