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"I was a sword in a stone that only a true king could pull free. I gave my owner his right to rule. I am the most famous sword in legend. What am I?"
Answer
Excalibur
Explanation
Excalibur is the legendary sword of King Arthur. In some versions of the legend it was set in a stone and only Arthur could pull it free, proving his right to be king. It has become a symbol of rightful authority.
This is an easy riddle in the History category — Riddles about ancient civilisations, invention, and mythology.
Tags:mythologylegendclassic
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