Spellblade [Swordsman]

A subclass based on Fighter which utilizes magic to drastically increase the power of their weaponry, either by imbuing their weapons with magic or casting spells stored in them. Spellblades commonly coat their weapons in spells, imbue gems in their weapons with spells, and use them in tandem to create devastating combo attacks.

[Mastery, Passive] Swordsmanship

The user begins their journey into the ways of the sword, now able to learn basic Tier 1 swordsmanship techniques if taught by someone. To begin their adventure into the world of Swordsmanship, the user gains the ability to learn a swordsmanship style. The amount of styles one is able to master is [1 per 10 Wisdom], allowing the talented to learn multiple styles. Some styles have evolutions based on them, so swapping out styles similar to each other isn't complicated. When using a style derived from one you know, you will be able to use what you know to learn it faster, as well as being able to utilize techniques from both swordsmanship styles. Additionally, the user gains 1 INT or WIS score.

Swordmanship

Utilize Tier 1 sword techniques and gain access to swordsmanship styles; also minor speed increase.

[Mastery] Spell Master

The user can now use the most prominent class feature, the ability to imbue spells into your sword, adding them onto the base damage of the weapon. A spell can be imbued into a spell for the cost of a bonus action, adding its damage to the next strike. The spell must be known by the caster and be cast on the weapon the are going attack with. Alternatively, the spell can be cast pre-emptively on any gem in a sword, such as a ruby or sapphire. The gem stores the spell for the next attack made with the weapon and activates automatically when a target takes damage. Additionally, the user gains 1 INT or WIS score.

Spell Master

Allows for the use of spells to be imbued into weapons, activating the spell on the next successful strike. Spells can also be stored in any gems, activating on the next successful strike.

[Mastery, Passive] Swordsmanship +

The user draws upon their new experience and knowledge of swordsmanship, allowing the learning of Tier 2 swordsmanship techniques.  Additionally, the user gains 1 INT or WIS score.

Swordsmanship +

Utilize Tier 3 sword techniques.

[Mastery, Passive] Swordsmanship ++

Drawing on your past experiences, the user has grown to be adept in swordplay, able to utilize Tier 3 swordsmanship techniques. Additionally, the user gains 1 INT or WIS score.

Swordsmanship ++

Utilize Tier 3 sword techniques.

[Mastery] Counter Absorption

The user can use a reaction to attempt to hit an incoming spell with their weapon. If the spell is hit, the spell is absorbed into an open gem and becomes available for use on your next successful strike. If the user fails to hit the spell, the spell directly hits the user, becoming the center of any AOE. The user can move to counter it if the spell is within their movement range, moving even if they've already used their movement for their turn. If no open gem slots are available, the spell instead dissipates instead of being absorbed. Additionally, the user gains 1 INT or WIS score.

Counter Absorption.

Use a reaction to hit an incoming spell, absorbing it into a gem for your use.