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Revision as of 23:29, 11 August 2023
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.
A common and effective sword, carried by adventurers, thieves, and watchmen alike.
Properties
- Damage
1d6 (1~6) + Strength or Dexterity modifier 
Piercing damage - Details
Shortswords 
Rarity: Common
Enchantment: None
One-Handed
Finesse
Light- Dippable
Melee: 1.5 m / 5 ft
Weight: 0.9 kg / 1.8 lb
Price: 16 gp
Weapon actions
If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:
Piercing Strike (
)- Stab an enemy and possibly inflict
Gaping Wounds., and 
Flourish (
)- Feint an attack to possibly throw your opponent
Off Balance.
Where to find
- Starting equipment for rogue.
- Common loot throughout the game.