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m (The previously listed UID/UUID was for an untexturized base model shortsword, which is not actually obtainable in game. I replaced the UUID and UID with the texturized and obtainable version.)
 
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| image = Shortsword Icon.png
| image = Shortsword Faded.png
| description = The '''Shortsword''' is a [[Weapons|one-handed melee weapon]] that is lightweight enough for anyone to dual-wield.  It is a [[finesse]] weapon that can benefit from the wielder's Dexterity or their Strength.  This page describes the the most common, nonmagical variant of the [[Shortswords]] family of weapons.
| controller icon = Shortsword Unfaded.png
| icon = Shortsword Unfaded Icon.png
| uid = WPN_HUM_Shortsword_A_0
| uuid = 467ddb4f-6791-41fa-99f7-ee8620d63bbe
| quote = A common and effective sword, carried by adventurers, thieves, and watchmen alike.
| quote = A common and effective sword, carried by adventurers, thieves, and watchmen alike.
| category = martial
| category = martial
| handedness = one-handed
| melee or ranged = melee
| melee or ranged = melee
| handedness = one-handed
| type = Shortswords
| type = Shortswords
| damage count = 1
| damage = 1d6
| damage die = 6
| damage modifier = finesse
| damage type = Piercing
| damage type = Piercing
| finesse = yes
| finesse = yes
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| weight kg = 0.9
| weight kg = 0.9
| weight lb = 1.8
| weight lb = 1.8
| price = 20
| price = 16
| actions =
| weapon actions = Piercing Strike, Flourish
* {{Flourish}}
| where to find =  
* {{Piercing Strike}}
* Starting equipment for [[rogue]].
* Common loot throughout the game.
}}
}}
 
[[Category:Sources of Piercing damage]]
[[Category:Weapons]] [[Category:Martial Weapons]] [[Category:Shortswords]] [[Category:Common Items]]

Latest revision as of 04:01, 22 May 2024

Shortsword image

Shortsword is a mundane, nonmagical variant of the Shortswords family of weapons. It is a martial melee weapon wielded in one hand. As a finesse weapon, it can benefit from the wielder's Dexterity and not just their Strength. It's a light weapon that anyone can dual-wield without special training.

Description Icon.png

A common and effective sword, carried by adventurers, thieves, and watchmen alike.

Properties

Damage
Details
Shortswords Shortswords
Rarity: Common
Enchantment: None
 One-Handed
Finesse Finesse
Light (weapon property) Light
Dippable Dippable
 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft
 Weight: 0.9 kg / 1.8 lb
Price: 16 gp
UID WPN_HUM_Shortsword_A_0
UUID 467ddb4f-6791-41fa-99f7-ee8620d63bbe

Weapon actions

Proficiency Icon.png If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:

Piercing Strike Piercing Strike ()

Stab an enemy and possibly inflict Gaping Wounds Gaping Wounds.

Flourish Flourish ()

Feint an attack to possibly throw your opponent Off Balance Off Balance.

Where to find

  • Starting equipment for rogue.
  • Common loot throughout the game.