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A picture of Strider Hiryu's Cypher.
The cypher is both the symbol and special weapon of the striders. Although not all striders use this weapon all striders do have a basic knowledge of how to use it. The cypher is a long sword with 2 handles. The handles are set to form an "L" shape if the blade were removed. The blade is set at the bottom of the "L" shaped hilt. The sword is usually used like a tonfa or night stick by way of holding the handle that sticks out from the side. This unique redesign of a long sword allows for both slashing attacks and piercing attacks. And with the advancement of technology or magic in the case of Ob;livion, the sword has become a truly devastating weapon.
The cypher is also called a plasma sword since its blade can conduct plasma energy along its blade. Unlike other weapons that may be like this the sword never seems to run out of power which adds to its deadly capabilities. The blade can be held, and sheathed, but the second it is swung or used to attack the blade becomes active. Note though that there is a variant out there that is a double ended cypher, which is simply 2 cyphers connected at the ends.
Primary Purpose: Close Combat, Minor Ranged Combat Capabilities.
can fire a small bolt of plasma .
Effective Range: Close Combat unless throw, Plasma Blast Range is 1000ft.
Payload: Effectively Unlimited
In Oblivion that would be a High End Magic Weapon.