Silverlight

History

Aldir summons Silverlight in several forms during his separation from the Indrath order and later gives the weapon to Arthur as proof of his chosen death. Arthur carries it until the weapon reacts to Eleanor. Wren Kain IV explains that Silverlight has released its prior bond, selected Eleanor, and reshaped into an unstrung bow suited to her. (Chapters 347, 395–406, 435, and 442)

Properties and use

Silverlight can appear and disappear through a bond, change among rapier, kopis, spear, and bow forms, return to a wielder's hand, and channel mana into attacks or shields. Its choices matter: it can select a new wielder, alter shape for that person, and refuse to respond when Eleanor has not yet reached the required accord. Calling it sentient does not establish human speech, but it requires more care than treating it as passive property. (Chapters 395–406, 442, 471–479, and 512–513)

Associated characters

• Aldir: Longtime asuran wielder who releases Silverlight before his death. (Chapters 347–435)
• Arthur Leywin: Receives Silverlight from Aldir as an interim custodian, stores and carries it, and presents it when the weapon chooses Eleanor. (Chapters 435 and 442)
• Eleanor Leywin: Chosen successor learning whether and how the bow will answer her. (Chapters 442–479 and 509–537)
• Wren Kain IV: Interprets the weapon's change of allegiance and form. (Chapter 442)