Cryptforge Relics: Bonegrinder

 Item Lore Description

Bonegrinder – A cursed chainsaw sword forged from the fused vertebrae of a fallen warlord. Its jagged bone teeth grind endlessly, tearing through armor and flesh while whispering the hunger of the damned.

The Bonegrinder is more than a weapon, it is a hunger given form. Its jagged bone teeth gnash and churn endlessly, grinding through steel, flesh, and even the souls of those unfortunate enough to stand in its path. The weapon does not simply cut; it shreds, devours, and consumes, leaving behind cursed wounds that refuse to heal.

Legends say Bonegrinder was once wielded by a warlord who sought eternal dominance, binding his soul to his own spine to create an instrument of endless destruction. But the magic he used was unstable, and now, the weapon thirsts for battle, eternally seeking new prey. Those who wield it can feel the deep, rhythmic growl of the blade in their bones, as if the sword itself is alive, eager to feast. The longer one wields Bonegrinder, the more they hear whispers of the warlord’s voice, urging them to never stop, never falter, never let the grinding cease.


Why It Fits Seamlessly in the Games

The Legend of Zelda, Elden Ring, and Sea of Thieves all share a deep connection to cursed relics, undead horrors, and weapons imbued with unnatural power, making Bonegrinder a perfect fit in all three.


  • In Zelda, Bonegrinder could be an ancient weapon buried deep within the ruins of a lost civilization, hidden away in fear of the destruction it could unleash. It would feel right at home alongside dark relics like the Fierce Deity’s Blade, Ganon’s cursed weapons, or the Phantom Ganon gear. The exaggerated proportions and supernatural energy match Zelda’s art style, making it a natural fit for a boss reward or an ultimate weapon.

  • In Elden Ring, Bonegrinder would be a relic of a fallen champion, a Deathlord, or a ruler who defied the Erdtree and paid the price. Given the game’s existing cursed weapons, bone-forged relics, and monstrous greatswords, this weapon would fit naturally into the Lands Between, wielded by a grave-touched knight or an undead executioner. Its brutal, grinding mechanics align perfectly with Elden Ring's visceral combat system.

  • In Sea of Thieves, Bonegrinder could be a weapon of a legendary skeletal pirate, its grinding maw once cleaving through rival captains before its wielder was cursed to the depths. Sea of Thieves thrives on the supernatural, cursed ships, skeletal lords, and ghostly weapons, making this weapon a perfect fit for a cursed weapon set or a legendary item buried deep beneath the sea. The eerie hum of the grinding bones would be an unmistakable sound on the battlefield, striking fear into rival pirates.


How It Works

Bonegrinder is not just a weapon, it is a force of nature, both powerful and cursed:


  • Grinding Maw: The jagged bone teeth rotate when the wielder swings, allowing the weapon to shred through armor and flesh instead of simply cutting.
  • Cursed Wounds: Enemies struck by Bonegrinder suffer wounds that refuse to heal, slowly draining their vitality as the weapon feeds on their essence.
  • Resonance of the Dead: The weapon grows stronger with each kill, but the wielder begins to hear whispers of its previous owner, urging them to fight endlessly, never allowing the blade to fall silent.
  • Bound to the Wielder: Bonegrinder cannot simply be discarded. Those who wield it for too long risk becoming part of its legend, bound to its endless hunger.


Why it fits Seamlessly

Bonegrinder is a weapon of unstoppable carnage, seamlessly fitting into the lore and mechanics of Zelda, Elden Ring, and Sea of Thieves. Its brutal design, eldritch nature, and relentless hunger for battle make it a weapon both feared and sought after, a true relic of The Cryptforge.


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The 3D Model is available on my Sketchfab

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