The Holy Lance
[ranking: 8]
The Holy Lance, also known as the Spear of Destiny and the Lance of Longinus, was the spear that allegedly pierced the side of Jesus during the crucifixion. Initially, it was discovered during the Crusades, but was somehow lost to history. Since then multiple people, including Charlemagne and Adolf Hitler, have claimed they possess the spear.
There are multiple possible spears on display at museums around the world.
Zulfiqar
[ranking: 12]
With Zulfiqar, the distinction between fact and fiction is tough to make out. The scimitar allegedly belonged to Ali, the son in law of the prophet Muhammad, founder of Islam. Ali was a noted warrior and supposedly used Zulfiqar for all of his victories. Though the actual sword was lost to history, the purported appearance of Zulfiqar, with its two points, is significantly intimidating and would likely deal out some serious damage.
Honjo Masamune
[ranking: 3]
Any fan of Japanese RPGs will be familiar with the name Masamune, as the famous swordsmith is now synonymous with fantasy weaponry. The man actually existed and created a number of beautiful swords, including the lost treasure Honjo Masamune. The sword is named after a general who wielded it, and it was said to be among the most beautiful creations of sword-making??s most skilled artisan.
Its current whereabouts are under dispute, but it's possible that the weapon is in the United States after an American officer took the sword home as a trophy in WWII.
Joyeuse
[ranking: 4]
Charlemagne was a revered King of the Franks, whose legacy is so fabled, it's hard to differentiate which stories about him are rooted in fact or fiction. He undoubtedly existed and made some impressive military conquests??and if the stories can be believed, he did so with a sword that allegedly shifted colors in battle. Like a deadly version of a mood ring, Joyeuse had a name that belied its fatal capabilities.
Whatever caused its weird properties, Joyeuse had a magical air about it that added to Charlemagne??s mythic legacy.
Tizona - Or "Fireball"
[ranking: 11]
The famous Spanish military leader El Cid led his people on several important campaigns, and picked up a number of notable swords along the way. The most important of these was dubbed Tizona, which roughly translates to "fireball," hinting at the explosiveness with which El Cid fought.
The sword supposedly survives to this day, although its authenticity is questionable.
Mons Meg
[ranking: 5]
The Mons Meg is a legendary medieval cannon used by the Scots in countless sieges over multiple centuries. Its name essentially translates to "Big Margaret," and big is definitely a fitting description of the intimidating cannon. Although it's now a popular tourist attraction, Meg was no vacation for the people its mighty firepower rained down upon over the years.
Mons Meg was in service between the 15th and 17th centuries, until its barrel broke, rendering it unusable.
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