S2 #47: The Riddle of Steel

The provided texts explore diverse aspects of steel and sword-making throughout history. One article examines the meteoric origin of King Tutankhamun's dagger, showcasing ancient metallurgical expertise. Another discusses the surprising discovery of ancient Persian chromium steel, predating Western advancements by a millennium. Further sources detail the intricate process of Japanese katana forging, emphasizing its cultural significance and traditional techniques. Finally, there are texts that explore the Hyborian Age, a fictional historical setting featuring various kingdoms and their interactions, and the Ulfberht swords, high-quality medieval blades whose origin remains partially mysterious.Sources: World Steel Association Endura SteelThe Viking Ulfberht Sword and Persian SteelDr. Kaveh FarrokhThe Atlantean SwordFandomThe Secrets and Traditional Methods of Forging Japanese SwordsSword of Northshire Japanese SwordsmithingWikipediaValyrian steelFandom