Its crossguard is minimal: it's a dagger for thrusting, not parrying. The Ebony dagger has a long, slender blade with a slight S-curve to it, reminiscent of the dark rocky Coldharbour spikes that accompany incursions of the Planemeld. They may be embossed with jagged flame symbols of Daedric inspiration. The breastplate is shield-shaped, above double-chevron bands that protect the abdomen. The cuirass is constructed of overlapping ebony plates atop leather or chainmail, articulated so the wearer can bend freely. The quiver, in contrast, is of supple black leather, holding arrows whose points have a slight, wicked curve. It features inward-curving metal spikes above and below the central grip. The Ebony bow is of heavy compound composition, dark springy hardwoods faced with ebony in the set's chevron pattern. The toes are pointed, but the heels are flat, and can be equipped with spurs. The boots of Ebony armor are articulated metal sabatons, with overlapping chevron-shaped plates similar to those on other pieces of the set. It's constructed of black leather with metal rivets, and a shield-shaped buckle at the front. The Ebony belt is surprisingly simple, considering how ornate the rest of the armor set can be. There is a spike opposite the blade, and another one, curved, at the ferrule. The Ebony-style axe is notable for its oversized single blade, twice as long below the axle as above it. I only know that the Ebony style is ancient, and can be defined as described below.
"Glorious Upheaval." I wish I knew what these words mean, but I do not. But how are we to account for its bizarre admixture of stylistic forms, Dunmer, Nord, and even Daedric? Where does it come from, and who established it? I have spent years seeking the answers to these questions, and all I have for my pains are a few names and terms that may (or may not) apply. The Ebony style of arms and armor: so striking, so strange, so distinctive that there's no mistaking it. Metalworking, Tailoring or Woodworking level 10Ĭhapters or the entire book is purchasable from Rolis Hlaalu (Note that you need to use Writ Vouchers.)
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