Lore:Artifacts E
Ebony Blade[edit]
The Ebony Blade, also known as the Vampire or the Leech, is a Daedric artifact created by the Daedric Prince Mephala. It resembles an ebony katana, and is considered to be an artifact of great evil, having the ability to absorb the life essence of those that it strikes. Part of the damage inflicted flows into the wielder as raw power, draining the victim of their health and sometimes stamina. It has also been known to fortify the wielder's skill at using long blades, magically silence those that it strikes to prevent them from casting spells, and deceive victims. Khajiiti myths do not mention the blade by name, but instead refer to it as 'the killing word of the Spider' and 'the black edge of shadow'.
Ebony Mail[edit]
The Ebony Mail is a Daedric artifact created by the Daedric Prince Boethiah. In appearance it looks like an ebony suit of armor, or often simply a cuirass. It can either be medium or heavy in weight. The artifact grants its wearer resistance to fire and magical attacks, magical protection from physical blows, quieter movements and the ability to poison enemies who get too close. The artifact was created before recorded history by Boethiah, and it is Boethiah alone who determines who should possess the Mail and for how long a time.
Elder Scrolls[edit]
The Elder Scrolls (Kelle in the Dragon Language), also called the Aedric Prophecies (though the accuracy of that term is often disputed), are scrolls of unknown origin which simultaneously archive both past and future events. They are described as bits of the Divine made substance so that those within the world could know it, existing at once within, but also beyond and beneath the world, before and after. Though different observers might witness different reflections within the Scrolls, all are true, especially the falsehoods, and many who studied them have been driven to madness.
Though the Scrolls are called "prophecies", to call them that is actually inaccurate. The Elder Scrolls speaking of what is to come is merely a side-effect of their intrinsic nature, they tell of the future of Mundus because they are woven into the future, present, past, and every other aspect of the reality of Mundus.
The number of the Scrolls is unknown not necessarily due to their immense quantity, but because the number itself is unknowable, as the Scrolls "do not exist in countable form", and their number will change whenever one looks upon them. They are fragments of creation from outside time and space, and their use in divining prophecies is but a small part of their power. They simultaneously do not exist, yet always have existed. The Elder Scrolls are a reflection of all possible futures and all possible pasts, and can affect all possible futures, even to bind one to specific outcomes. The Scrolls can see both the past and future at once, both are one to an Elder Scroll, and sometimes they even gaze "above" the stream of time. Not even the greatest machinations of the Dwemer can hold off their "all-sight". However, the knowledge they grant is but a passing awareness when compared to the encompassing mind of divinity.
Eleidon's Ward[edit]
Eleidon's Ward is an enchanted shield especially built for Eleidon, a renowned holy Breton knight of legend. One of the many stories about him is that he saved a baron's daughter from sure death at the hands of a warlord, and the baron spent all his riches on the creation of the shield to show his gratitude. Eleidon's eponymous shield grants the wielder the opportunity to heal wounds.
Escutcheon of Chorrol[edit]
The Escutcheon of Chorrol (also known as the Shield of Chorrol) is a massive ebony shield emblazoned with the Great Oak, the symbol of Chorrol. It is enchanted to fortify the wearer's endurance, reflect damage back at attackers, or damage an opponent's magicka.
Everflame Torch[edit]
The Everflame Torch was a druidic relic owned by the members of Stonelore Circle in Glimmertarn. The torch was imbued with enchantment, causing it to emit potent blue flames. The torch's magical properties allowed it to ignite beacons that emitted orbs of blue light visible from great distances, spanning the entire Galen Island.
Everflow Ewer[edit]
The Everflow Ewer was an ancient artifact believed to be capable of supplying endless water once filled. The Ewer has been described as a pitcher made of either crystals or silver. The origin of the Ewer is unknown; some say it was a gift from Mara, while others claim that it was enchanted by a powerful sorcerer.
Garridan Stalrous, a Knight-Errant of Farmantle Glens, sought out the Ewer due to a drought and a small yield of crops. To save his people from starvation he began his hunt for the Ewer. A sage informed him it was located in Frostfire Glade and he set off at once along with his friend, Lord Jaren Aethelweald. He eventually found the Ewer resting on an altar in the frozen glade, filled with water as the legend told. However, when Garridan removed the Ewer, a Frostfire Atronach Glade Guardian appeared and battled Garridan. The Atronach knocked him to the ground and attempted to finish Garridan, but his blow was intercepted by the Ewer itself, destroying it and causing a rush of frozen water. This locked the two in everlasting combat under the ice, where the fragments of the Everflow Ewer lie. Jaren Aethelweald escaped and returned to Farmantle Glens, only to discover that Mara had blessed the settlement with rain. The Legend of Garridan Stalrous was later recorded by Kirellian Odrenius in the book Knightfall, Tales of Heroism and Chivalry.
Eye of Argonia[edit]
The Eye of Argonia is a treasured artifact described as the "priceless king's jewel of ancient Black Marsh". Little is known of the eye, other than along with being an invaluable gem it acted as a key to the "lost city of Black Marsh" and it was a highly sought after relic for treasure hunters. Cyrus the Redguard and the Cyro-Nordic captain Tobias both wished to attain the prized artifact, although it's unknown if either of them ever succeeded in doing so. An archeologist and author by the name of Rolard Nordssen aspired to claim the fabled eye, a potential accomplishment which he considered even greater than his prior feats. Circa 3E 427, the Nerevarine mentioned the legendary jewel as a means to cover for his true intentions to infiltrate the chambers of the Common Tongue press printers. There exists dubious tales about the jewel's discovery.
Eye of Baan Dar[edit]
The Eye of Baan Dar is a radish-sized hunk of moonstone with cultural significance to the Baandari clan. It was taken from the clan by Saint Vorys the Immolant during his conquest of Anequina, and served as the centerpiece for the Talisman of Saint Vorys. Vorys was under the impression that the stone possessed secret magical power, and spent the rest of his days attempting to unravel its secrets. For centuries, Telvanni mages of sufficient rank followed in his footsteps, attempting to exert their will over the stone and unravel its mysteries. However, their efforts were in vain: the stone had no magical properties, as it was simply an impressive hunk of unenchanted moonstone. Its only true significance was symbolic: the Eye of Baan Dar was a token traded between Baandari clans in Elsweyr. According to tradition, the Eye's holder may ask for any item or favor within reason, and the receiver must provide. The stone itself has very little value: it is a symbol of indulgence and trading in good faith.
Eye of Magnus[edit]
The Eye of Magnus is an ancient artifact of unknown origin. It possesses a great amount of magical power and can be manipulated with the Staff of Magnus, which once belonged to the God of Magic himself. It was discovered by the ancient Nords when they were building the city of Saarthal. The Nords attempted to keep it buried, but the Snow Elves learned of its existence and coveted it for themselves. During the Night of Tears the elves assaulted Saarthal to secure this powerful artifact for themselves. Ysgramor rallied together his people to keep the elves from seizing it, and the Nords were successful in preventing the elves from obtaining the artifact. The Eye was buried deep below the earth and sealed away.
In 4E 201, during an expedition in Saarthal, the Eye of Magnus was uncovered by members of the College of Winterhold. The artifact was transported to the college for examination. Ancano, a Thalmor agent, attempted to draw power from the Eye, but was prevented and killed by members of the college. Monks from the Psijic Order, who had been observing the situation, arrived to take the artifact, claiming that it was too unstable to keep in Mundus. Ancano's meddling with the eye had long-term effects, causing Ruptures to appear across Skyrim, through which dangerous Magic Anomalies emerged. The college tried its best to close these Ruptures using the Staff of Magnus.
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