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DARKSHEAR
Concentration Medium - High | PVP Frequency Uncommon |
Stamina Drain Variable | Alignment Dark side |
Darkshear, also known as the spear of midnight black, is an expression of Sith magic and a technique primarily used by Sith sorcerers.
DESCRIPTION
Darkshear is a pure expression of the dark side of the Force. The sorcerer in question summons the energies of the Force, which take the form of writhing shadows, and shapes them into a blade of darkness. At full power, a blade of Darkshear can cleave through durasteel, flesh, and bones, making it the ideal attack for a Sith sorcerer.
INCANTATION
The Darkshear spell has no verbal incantation, but it does require precise steps to perform. The sorcerer spreads his or her hands wide and slowly draws them together until their hands touch, after which, they slash their hands through the air to unleash the attack. The spell builds in power the longer it takes for their hands to touch. This means that, while the spell can be preformed quickly, Darkshear blades released too quickly will suffer a decrease in power (i.e., being able to cut through wood, or only cause minor cuts and abrasions on their target. In order to make full use of the spell, the sorcerer needs to take a bit of time.
WEAKNESSES
The Darkshear spell is a powerful weapon, but not without its vices. Because of the time it takes to use the spell at full power, it is best used as a surprise attack rather than in the heat of combat. In combat, the spell is easily interrupted. If the user's hands fail to touch, they will be unable to fully solidify the blade. Because the blade is made from darkness, it is also susceptible to light. Even a mere flash of light, released at the right moment, can disrupt the shadows the blade is made from, dispersing it.
Finally, while the Darkshear can cleave through most physical barriers, Force shields are able to impede its progress. This is because both the blade and Force shields are made from the same Force energy. Though, it should be noted that a fully-formed Darkshear can split a last minute, or poorly formed, Force barrier.
INTENT
To make a cool, edgy spell for my Sith. This is the first time I'm making a lore article like this, so I hope I did it right ._. Also, this is technically not my idea. I just got the idea from the old Legends spear of midnight black. Hope that's okay?