Shortsword

For the equipment type, see Shortswords.

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

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

UID

WPN_HUM_Shortsword_A_0

UUID

467ddb4f-6791-41fa-99f7-ee8620d63bbe

Weapon actions

If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:

 Flourish ()

Feint an attack to possibly throw your opponent  Off Balance. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

 Piercing Strike ()

Stab an enemy and possibly inflict  Gaping Wounds. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

Where to find

• Starting equipment for Rogues