Blades (Earthdawn)

In the Earthdawn role-playing game setting, "Blades" typically refers to a Character Talent available to various Professions. These Talents allow characters to wield bladed weapons with increased skill and effectiveness.

The specific benefits conferred by a Blades Talent vary depending on the character's Profession and the Rank of the Talent. Generally, a Blades Talent will grant bonuses to attack rolls, damage, and/or recovery tests when using bladed weapons such as swords, daggers, axes, and similar armaments. These bonuses can significantly enhance a character's combat prowess.

Multiple ranks of a Blades Talent usually exist, allowing characters to progressively improve their skill with bladed weapons as they gain experience and advance in their Profession. Each rank grants additional benefits, making the character a more formidable combatant.

The availability of specific Blades Talents and the types of bladed weapons they affect are defined by the rules for each individual Profession within the Earthdawn game system. Players should consult their Profession's description and Talent lists to determine which Blades Talents are available to their characters and the specific bonuses they provide.