Sword can be moved only by right person. (Cf. D1081.) — Mythoi

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Sword can be moved only by right person. (Cf. D1081.)

Magic. · Magic objects. · Characteristics of magic objects. · Other characteristics of magic objects. · view the constellation · filed as D1654.4.1

Cited in the index

general *Fb "sværd" III 690b. Icelandic: Boberg.

Within the index

Filed under Immovable weapon.

1 finer motif beneath it

Sword can only be used by strong hero

Filed beside it

Arrow can be moved only by owner. (Cf. D1092.) Lance imbedded in earth cannot be moved. (Cf. D1086.) Magic spear cannot be pulled out of ground. (Cf. D1084.) Dagger sticks to killer's hand. (Cf. D1083.1.)

Travels with (Thompson’s cf.)

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