Brand of the Inferno



The Brand of the Inferno is a Hardmode sword dropped by the Ogre mini-boss during the Old One's Army event.

With any equipped shield (including the Squire's Shield, but not Huntress's Buckler) and holding this sword, right-clicking will cause your character to brace for the next attack (like Sergeant United Shield). When timed correctly, just before taking a hit, the enemy's attack will be parried, dealing some damage to the attacker and granting the Striking Moment buff for the next five seconds. This allows your next melee attack to deal 5x damage. Alternatively, if the shield is held in place, 20 defense is temporarily gained; this lasts until the shield is once again lowered.

Trivia

 * The sword is likely a reference to the Brand of Sacrifice from Berserk.
 * The sword resembles the Fierce Deity Sword from the game The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask because of the loop on the blade.
 * It also has similarities with the Tizona, as they have similar blade designs and its translated name firebrand is very similar to the Brand of the Inferno.
 * In the inventory, the sword's loops appear hollow. However, while being used, the loops are filled with flame. This is purely a graphical difference.

History
Marque du Brasier 브랜드 오브 디 인페르노 地狱之剑