[table][row][/row][row][cell][h3][b]THE[color=2e2c2c].[/color]APPARITION[color=2e2c2c].[/color]KILLER[/b][/h3][/cell][cell][/cell][/row][row][cell][center][img]https://i.imgur.com/FabKQcP.jpeg[/img][hr][sub]| The Blade to Vanquish Evil Apparitions |[/sub]

[i]"The Apparition Killer is more than a weapon; it is a beacon of hope against the darkness that [b]no[/b] Apparition can withstand."[/i]

[hr][sup][b]ORIGINS & CREATIONS:[/b] 
| The Apparition Killer was forged in ancient Japan by the esteemed Hatanaka family, a lineage of Orange Lux users. It was created at the behest of Reiner Stiller, a warrior seeking a means to combat the powerful Apparition known as Specter Malgathar, which had been terrorizing Europe. Reiner traveled to the Hatanaka family, presenting them with his sword, and they transformed it into the legendary Apparition Killer. |

[b]TYPE:[/b] 
| Apparition-Killing Weapon. |

[b]LOCATION:[/b] 
| After Reiner's death, the Apparition Killer changed hands over the centuries, eventually finding its way into a different universe. It resurfaced in St. Portwell, which weakened the Stygian Snake and enabled the Sycamore Tree Coven to seal it away. The blade remained with Ashley Stone until her death and is currently missing. |

[b]NOTABLE OWNERS:[/b] 
| [b]Reiner Stiller:[/b] The original warrior who commissioned the weapon to defeat Specter Malgathar.
[b]Sycamore Tree Coven:[/b] Utilized the blade to weaken the Stygian Snake.
[b]Ashley Stone:[/b] The last known wielder before its disappearance. |

[b]ABSTRACTION-GRANTING:[/b] 
| No. |[/sup][/center][/cell][cell]As its name implies, the Apparition Killer possesses formidable magical properties designed specifically to wound and weaken Apparitions. While it primarily manifests as a sword, it is known to adapt its form according to the wielder’s fighting style and personality, transforming into a spear, axe, hammer, or any other weapon they prefer. Upon striking an Apparition, the blade ignites with a searing energy that bypasses all defenses, inflicting wounds that burn away their magical essence and weaken their Abstractions. For lesser Apparitions, a single slash can be fatal; however, more formidable Apparitions - like the Stygian Snake - may require multiple strikes to be brought low. It's important to note, however, that while the Apparition Killer can incapacitate these beings temporarily, it cannot permanently kill them; they will always respawn after destruction.

The Apparition Killer is infused with a powerful enchantment that resonates with the wielder’s determination and moral integrity. When drawn with noble intent, the blade amplifies the user’s Emotional-Field and aligns itself with the specific Abstraction of the Apparitions they face. This connection allows the wielder to resist the powers of the Apparitions, allowing them to endure and counteract attacks. Each strike from the Apparition Killer weakens the Apparition’s Emotional-Field, making them more vulnerable to outside magical influences. 

Yet, the Apparition Killer transcends mere destruction; it possesses an inherent intelligence and moral awareness that set it apart from conventional weapons. The blade perceives the wielder’s heart and intentions, granting its full might only to those who champion a just cause. If someone with evil or selfish intentions attempts to wield it, they will find the weapon unmanageable, its magic rendering it too heavy to lift.

One of the critical features of the Apparition Killer is its interaction with Apparitions and their manifestations. The blade sears them on contact, making it impossible for them to touch it without suffering burns. Notably, it can phase through the physical forms of Adjoined or Abscised, directly harming the Apparition residing within. Conversely, it does not affect Agents, as their Apparitions are already sealed, rendering the blade harmless to them.

Despite several replicas modeled after the original Apparition Killer, these inferior copies lack the true potency and capabilities of the original blade.[color=2e2c2c].....................................................................................................................[/color][/cell][/row][/table]