Shortsword
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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:
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1d6 (1~6) + Strength or Dexterity modifier
Piercing damage
- Details:
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Shortswords
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Rarity: Common
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Enchantment: None
One-Handed
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Finesse
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Light
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Dippable
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Range: 1.5 m / 5 ft
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Weight: 0.9 kg / 1.8 lb
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Price: 16 gp
Weapon actions[edit source]
If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:
Piercing Strike(
): Stab an enemy and possibly inflict
Gaping Wounds. Undead and Constructs can't suffer Gaping Wounds.
Flourish(
): Feint an attack to possibly throw your opponent
Off Balance.
Where to find
- Starting equipment for rogue.
- Common loot throughout the game.