So, I finally did Mephala's quest and got myself the Ebony Blade and since I specialize in great swords on this character it's perfect! The problem I'm running into is getting the thing fully charged. I mean there's enough scrub followers I'm NEVER going to seek out and use, but I feel really lame hiring someone, taking them out to some dungeon and then putting them to the sword. Anyone know of a different way to charge this thing or should I just stick with my normal crafted stuff and keep the thing in one of my chests?

Here in America, we don't discuss the "Ebony" problem.

I don't know... shout Bend Will on an enemy, then kill him? Haven't tried it yet to know for sure...

You know those people that say it's a good day when your around and stuff like that. Go kill them. Basically anyone you help because a trusted friend and you can gank them for the charge. Just make sure you have a little cash or a decent sneak skill to get around the murder charges.

I agree with the OP. I just can't RP someone who's that evil. I'll just take a good weapon with a Devouring or better enchantment. Almost as effective, and it doesn't leave a bad taste in my mouth.