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The '''javelin''' is a lightweight [[Thrown Weapons|throwing weapon]] that resembles a [[Awl-pike|pike]], however it tends to be a bit shorter. It is wielded one-handed and has damage potential equal to that of the [[spear|spear]] when used as a melee weapon. Since many attacks result in [[puncture]] [[critical]] [[Hitpoint|damage]] it is a less effective weapon choice when engaging puncture resistant targets. |
The '''javelin''' is a lightweight [[Thrown Weapons|throwing weapon]] that resembles a [[Awl-pike|pike]], however it tends to be a bit shorter. It is wielded one-handed and has damage potential equal to that of the [[spear|spear]] when used as a melee weapon. Since many attacks result in [[puncture]] [[critical]] [[Hitpoint|damage]] it is a less effective weapon choice when engaging puncture resistant targets. |
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'''Note: The official documentation incorrectly lists the javelin as a [[Polearm Weapons|polearm weapon]].''' |
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==Alternate Names== |
==Alternate Names== |
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*contus |
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*jaculum |
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*knopkierie |
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*lancea |
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*nage-yari |
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*pelta |
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</b> |
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==Game Mechanics== |
==Game Mechanics== |
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Note: To edit this table go to [[Template:Weapon table javelin]] |
Note: To edit this table go to [[Template:Weapon table javelin]] |
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==Related Articles== |
==Related Articles== |
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==References== |
==References== |
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*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/armory/polearms.aspJavelin Official Documentation >> Javelin] |
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*http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javelin |
*http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javelin |
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Latest revision as of 13:58, 14 August 2021
The javelin is a lightweight throwing weapon that resembles a pike, however it tends to be a bit shorter. It is wielded one-handed and has damage potential equal to that of the spear when used as a melee weapon. Since many attacks result in puncture critical damage it is a less effective weapon choice when engaging puncture resistant targets.
Alternate Names
- contus
- jaculum
- knopkierie
- lancea
- nage-yari
- pelta
- shail
- spiculum
Game Mechanics
Use:
- One-handed with the HURL verb when used as a throwing weapon.
- Acts as a spear when used in melee combat and requires Polearm weapons training to be effective.
| Weapon | AG | Cloth | Leather | Scale | Chain | Plate | RT | Min RT | Damage Type | STR/DU | ||||||||||||
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| AsG | 1 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | |||||
| Javelin | DF | .402 | .304 | .254 | .254 | .102 | 4 | 5 | Puncture | 17/105 | ||||||||||||
| AvD | 27 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 29 | 25 | 21 | 17 | 20 | 14 | 8 | 2 | |||||
The standard javelin has a weight of 5 lbs.
Note: To edit this table go to Template:Weapon table javelin