In biblical times, the Jews expected a messiah who would come with flaming sword, conquering and to conquer, calling down the hosts of heaven to destroy all who did not bear the mark of God's elect, thereby purifying and clearing the earth for God's Kingdom. (religion-online.org)
Every creature or bandit you kill you will earn AP, Points you can use to buy new abilities like flaming sword or ice sword etc. you can also use them to up your combat stats. (xboxgamerreviews.com)
yet at the same time they are flaming swords held over our heads by angels. (religion-online.org)