• If the second attack is avoided using armor or character abilities, the Seven Star Sword is still transferred to the target's hand.

• The Escape that triggers the weapon’s ability can come from another player’s attack or a global effect like Hail of Arrows.

• The ability can only be triggered by an Escape within the wearer’s attacking range at the time it is played.

• The wearer cannot trigger this ability during their own turn, even if a target uses an Escape in response to their attacks.

• If multiple Escape cards are played, the wearer may activate the ability multiple times, provided the target is within range.

• Global Attack Effects:
  Weapons like Seven Star Sword pair well with effects that force multiple players to use Escape. For example, Yuan Shao can force multiple players within range to play Escape, increasing the weapon's chances of triggering. The more players forced to defend, the more likely the weapon can attack and cause damage.

• Target-Forced Escapes:
  Characters like Zhang Fei or Gao Shun, who can attack multiple players often, create opportunities for their targets to play Escapes. Since these characters naturally create scenarios where Escape cards are used, they synergize well with the Seven Star Sword.

• Characters with Strong Attacks:
  Characters such as Lu Bu or Pang De, who specialize in attacks that are difficult to avoid will thrive on a card like this. The Seven Star Sword gives them more opportunities to attack and their fierceness helps to ensure that it connects.

The Seven Star Sword offers a dynamic and high-risk, high-reward mechanic. Its ability to disrupt opponents by forcing them to either lose life or take the weapon creates strategic depth, especially when paired with effects that increase the frequency of attacks or Escape plays. However, its reliance on opponents being within range and using Escape limits its flexibility, making it less effective in scenarios where these conditions are not met. Players who use Seven Star Sword should be prepared to lose the weapon at some point and plan accordingly to regain or replace it.

The Seven Star Sword plays a pivotal role in one of the most famous attempts to end Dong Zhuo’s tyrannical reign during the late Han Dynasty. This weapon is the centerpiece of a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and failed assassination.

Wang Yun, a minister loyal to the Han dynasty, was desperate to rid the court of Dong Zhuo's oppressive control. During a gathering of officials, Wang Yun feigned hosting a birthday celebration to mask his true intent. Cao Cao who boldly stepped forward with a plan. Cao Cao declared he would assassinate Dong Zhuo himself, requesting a suitable weapon for the task.

Wang Yun entrusted Cao Cao with the Seven Star Sword, a magnificent blade adorned with inlaid jewels, symbolizing the weight of this dangerous mission. Armed with the weapon, Cao Cao approached Dong Zhuo’s palace, feigning allegiance while concealing his intent. He found Dong Zhuo reclining on a couch and prepared to strike. However, Dong Zhuo spotted Cao Cao’s reflection in a mirror and questioned his actions. Thinking quickly, Cao Cao presented the sword as a "gift," masking his intentions. The moment passed, and Cao Cao, unable to execute the plan, fled the palace under the pretext of testing a horse.

The sword’s intended role as an instrument of justice was thwarted, but it became a symbol of the tension and intrigue that defined the era. Dong Zhuo later grew suspicious of Cao Cao and ordered a manhunt.

In Sanguosha, the Seven Star Sword reflects this dramatic historical moment through its game mechanics. The card allows its wielder to discard an extra card from their target, symbolizing the treachery and calculated risks involved in Cao Cao’s mission. The ability to "shed blood" by inflicting greater harm represents the deadly intent of the blade, while the added tactical depth mirrors the careful plotting needed for success in the high-stakes environment of court politics. The Seven Star Sword bridges the tension of its historical significance with its function in the game, providing players with a versatile tool to dominate their opponents while evoking the perilous nature of assassination plots in the Three Kingdoms era.