Flamberge, the Violet Shifter

While Flamberge is equipped to another creature, they are not a creature.

First Strike, Trample, Ward {2}
Equipped creature gets first strike, trample, ward {2}, and +1/+1 for each +1/+1 counter on Flamberge.
Whenever Flamberge or equipped creature attacks, Flamberge explores (even if they aren't a creature).

Equip legendary creature {1}
Equip {4}
Partner with Kent Adams, Justicar.