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The sword was a weapon most notably owned by James Norrington. Beautifully hand-forged by blacksmith apprentice Will Turner, the sword was perfectly balanced, and gold filigree was decorated into the handle.
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The sword's journey throughout the trilogy has been noted by screenwriter Terry Rossio, who states that "it's worth tracking the sword from the very start of Curse of the Black Pearl, all the way through to nearly the final scene in At World's End".This journey has led some fans to refer to the weapon as the "Sword of Destiny".
https://screenrant.com/pirates-caribbean-worlds-end-will-death-sword-ending/
This sword effectively represents Will’s journey and is a poignant reminder of its previous owner, acting as a tragic symbol of the trilogy's love triangle.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl introduces Will as he delivers a ceremonial sword to Governor Swann. The weapon is intended to be a gift for the newly appointed Commodore James Norrington. The sword notably reappears in the third film, returned to Norrington after he joins Cutler Beckett’s ranks. Norrington ultimately finds redemption through saving Elizabeth from the Dutchman, sacrificing himself and stabbing Jones as a way of rebuking his offer to join his cursed crew. This is how Jones ends up with the weapon during the final battle, ironically killing Will with his own craftsmanship.
The sword builds on the story’s tragedy, representing how much Will has changed from the naïve blacksmith in the first film. From a man who supposedly despised pirates to becoming one himself, Will receives one of the strongest character arcs. Being killed by a symbol of his former identity is an incredibly fitting end to his story.
The sword also ensures Norrington’s presence is felt in the third act, despite his death never being mentioned. Although the admiral redeemed himself, he still metaphorically tears Will and Elizabeth apart, alluding to the love rivalry that began in the original.
The sword is also implicated in an act of revenge. Norrington was killed by Will’s father, Bootstrap Bill Turner and the pirate’s son subsequently dies by Norrington’s sword.
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