Thanks Captain, I mean - has anyone tested what affects it?
You shouldn't just disregard help people try to give you - the answer that you probably need is included in the Bugs section of the UESP article.
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'The Ebony Blade is wielded in two hands, but is considered a http://uesp.net/wiki/Skyrim:One-handed
sword rather than a greatsword. This means that it gets the benefits of a generic http://uesp.net/wiki/Skyrim:Two-handed
weapon, such as using and training the two-handed general skill level, but also benefits from all the one-handed perks that apply to one-handed swords. Specifically, its damage, weight, weapon reach, sound files, impact force, and stamina usage are all configured to one-handed skill values. It also receives damage bonuses from http://uesp.net/wiki/Skyrim:Fortify_One-Handed
enhancements on the player's gear.''