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{{ItemScriptInfo
'''Shock Weapons'''
|propername=yes
The base concept of the weapon line is a weapon that can be loaded with elemental essences, and fired at creatures. This script cannot be placed on existing items. This weapon can be unlocked a lot. There are a plethora of potential upgrades, and each upgrade can be further upgraded. These are not including the fluff unlocks. These are being sold OTS with base stats, and no upgrades. Each weapon can be upgraded at least 9 times. They hold the elemental power of the metal they are made out of or adorned with: gornar, zorchar, drakar, or rhimar. Each weapon off the shelf will be a 4x weapon. All the messaging is tied to the associated element of the weapon. These will be available OTS for polearms, and runestaves.
|itemscript=script

|category=Mechanical
The Verb/fluff upgrades are separate and easier to find and receive
|class=Weapon

|tiers=3
Analyze Notes on OTS weapons:
|unlocks=Certificate
<pre{{log2}}>
|relatedscript=Energy Weapon
You analyze your WEAPON and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions.
|verb=LEAN,POINT,PROD,PULL,PUSH,RAISE,RUB,SHAKE,TAP,TOUCH,WAVE
|releasevenue=Ebon Gate
|releasedate=2015
|origmerch=Farain
|restrictions=Yes
|addinfo=Element follows flare metal (zorchar, drakar, rhimar, gornar). Modernized Oct 2022: no essence load, FIX, or feedback. Optional auction unlocks for dual POINT and daily RAISE wave.
}}
'''Shock Weapons''' (also called shock lances) fire an elemental bolt with {{boldmono|[[Verb:POINT|POINT]]}}. The element is fixed by the weapon's flare metal: [[zorchar]] (lightning), [[drakar]] (fire), [[rhimar]] (cold/water), or [[gornar]] (earth). This [[script]] '''cannot''' be added to existing items. They were originally sold at [[EGShop:Pole Party|Pole Party]] at [[Ebon Gate 2015]] as polearms and runestaves; later festivals have sold naginatas and lances in all four metals. Off-the-shelf examples are typically four-times enchanted.On 16 October 2022, [[User:GS4-RETSER|GM Retser]] modernized the script. Essence loading, degradation/{{boldmono|FIX}}, feedback, and most old parameter unlocks were removed. See [[Shock Weapon/saved posts]]. '''Pre-2022 tables that describe charges, FIX, feedback, and merchant parameter unlocks are obsolete.'''{{TOC limit|2}}Fluff Unlock Status advances '''1 → 2 → 3''' via certificates/waivers. At '''3/3''' the analyze labels the weapon '''Tier 2 (fully unlocked)''' and adds fluff verbs. Auction unlocks (Additional Target; Major Elemental Wave) are separate from that track.{{itemtier
|tier=Unlock Status 1/3 (Off the Shelf)
|itemsummary=Off-the-shelf trap: {{boldmono|POINT}} only. Auction unlocks appear as available.
|analyze=You analyze the zorchar-bladed naginata and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions.


The creator has also provided the following information:
The creator has also provided the following information:
* General Alterations are fine if you find an extremely skilled and rare merchant to work with this.
* General Alterations are fine.
* The base material CANNOT change and must reference the associated flaring metal.
* It CAN have a long or a show description, if the merchant is comfortable adding one.
* Any merchant can lighten this.



Currently Unlocked Verbs:
Currently Unlocked Verbs:
Unlock Status: Off the Shelf (1 of 3 on unlocking)
Unlock Status: Off the Shelf (1 of 3 on unlocking)
Verbs Trapped: Point, Put (to load), Fix
Verbs Trapped: Point
Percent Damaged: 1%
Total Possible Charges: 10
Total Charges Remaining: 0

MERCHANT OPTIONS:


Current Stats:

Current Cooldown: 20 Minutes
This can be upgraded to have its cooldown reduced to 10 minutes.

Current Critical Strength.
The WEAPON is currently set to default range.
This can be unlocked to have an increased minimum range.

Degredation chance
The WEAPON currently has a 2%-5% chance to degrade.
This can be upgraded to have its degredation chance reduced to 1%-3%.

Feedback Chance
The WEAPON currently has a 5% chance for feedback.
This can be upgraded to have its feedback chance reduced to 3%.

Total Charge Capacity
The WEAPON currently can hold 10 charges.
This can be upgraded to have 25 charges.

Repair Difficulty
The WEAPON is currently HARD to repair.
This can be upgraded to have a reduced repair difficulty to MEDIUM.

Charge Efficiency
The WEAPON is currently a 1 essence to 1 charge ratio.
This can be upgraded to 1:2.

Roundtime
The WEAPON currently has a 5 second roundtime.
This can be upgraded to be reduced to 3 seconds.

Total Upgrades: 0
This WEAPON can be upgraded 9 more times
</pre>

Information shared be Farain at EG Regarding Shock Lances (which includes all weapons in the line, not just lances):


Auction Unlocks
There are basically 3 types of unlocks, fluff, parameter (or upgrades), and auction quality.


Additional Target
There are 2 fluff unlocks.
The naginata can be unlocked as an AUCTION upgrade to hit an additional target.


Major Elemental Wave
Each parameter is upgraded independently, and each weapon has more combined unlocks from parameters than allowed unlocks for the weapon, which means two "fully unlocked" weapons could be very different.
The naginata can be unlocked as an AUCTION upgrade to cast Major Elemental Wave when RAISEd 40x a day.


You might be able to have a talented merchant lighten the zorchar-bladed naginata for you.
The auction quality unlocks teased so far were ambients and elemental wave
|itemverbtable=Yes
}}
{| {{verbtable}}
|- {{verbtableheader}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|POINT
| You point your zorchar-bladed naginata directly at {target} and a crackling corona of lightning surrounds its zorchar tip. With a resounding crackle, a silvery-blue arc of electricity leaps from your zorchar-bladed naginata and impacts the {target}!<br>''Roundtime: 3 sec. SMR contested. Example is zorchar/lightning; other metals differ.''
| {{addmetext}}
|}{{itemtier
|tier=Unlock Status 3/3 (Tier 2, fully unlocked)
|itemsummary=Fully unlocked fluff. Adds Wave, Tap, Touch, Rub, Pull, Push, Lean, Shake, and Prod (Ambients). Analyze excerpt below shows verb list and unlocked auction lines only.
|analyze=Currently Unlocked Verbs:
Unlock Status: Tier 2 (3 of 3, fully unlocked)
Verbs Trapped: Point, Wave, Tap, Touch, Rub, Pull, Push, Lean, Shake, Prod (Ambients).


Auction Unlocks
Cooldown Caps at 2 Unlocks, 5 Minute cooldown.
At Maximum Unlocks, Charge Efficiency becomes "only uses a charge when it has feedback." I believe this is 3 unlocks but I am not sure.
At Maximum Unlocks, Feedback Chance becomes zero. This means that a properly unlocked weapon will no longer need ammo.


Additional Target
Note however that a weapon that unlocks Cooldown, Charge Capacity, and Feedback will have unlimited use (aside from breaking) but will still break, and will have the lowest power.
The naginata is currently unlocked to hit an additional target on firing.


Major Elemental Wave
Additionally, unlocks at EG were limited to the venue. Only one single parameter could be unlocked, unless you were spun, caught a fishook, or won a raffle (that was not announced, and was placed during unlocking sessions). You could also only win at most one additional unlock.
The naginata is currently unlocked to cast Major Elemental wave when raised.
Charges used: N/40
|itemverbtable=Yes
}}
{| {{verbtable}}
|- {{verbtableheader}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|WAVE
| As you wave your zorchar-bladed naginata high overhead, a trail of sparks follows closely behind.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|TAP
| You drum your fingers on your zorchar-bladed naginata and ready yourself in a {stance} stance.<br>''(Mirrors current posture/stance.)''
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|TOUCH
| You place your hand against your zorchar-bladed naginata, it shocks your hand gently.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|RUB
| You take a moment to polish your zorchar-bladed naginata, it briefly glows a mix of silver and gold.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|PULL
| You pull your zorchar-bladed naginata against your side, readying yourself for your next attack.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|PUSH
| Holding your zorchar-bladed naginata by the shaft, you thrust it forward in a salute.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|LEAN
| You lower your zorchar-bladed naginata into the floor, leaning against it.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|SHAKE
| You shake your zorchar-bladed naginata from side to side, a strange popping noise comes from within the naginata.
| {{addmetext}}
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|PROD
| You push your finger against your naginata, it pulses with a silver light.
| {{addmetext}}
|}{{itemtier
|tier=Auction Unlock - Additional Target
|itemsummary=Optional. Unlock line: ''Your {weapon}'s POINT shot will now hit two targets!''
|analyze=
|itemverbtable=Yes
}}
{| {{verbtable}}
|- {{verbtableheader}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|POINT
| Second SMR attempt vs another creature. On miss: ''Your shot goes wide, completely missing the {creature}.''
| {{addmetext}}
|}{{itemtier
|tier=Auction Unlock - Major Elemental Wave
|itemsummary=Optional. Unlock line: ''Your {weapon} can now cast major elemental wave 40 times a day!'' Uses {{boldmono|RAISE}}; analyze tracks ''Charges used: N/40''.
|analyze=
|itemverbtable=Yes
}}
{| {{verbtable}}
|- {{verbtableheader}}
! scope="col" style="width:5em;"|Verb
! scope="col"|First
! scope="col"|Third
|-
! scope="row" role="rowheader"|RAISE
| You raise your naginata high overhead, a trail of static discharge following the tip. You change the naginata's direction, slamming the butt end of your naginata into the ground.<br>A wave of snapping and crackling ethereal ripples moves outward from you.<br>''Creatures are SMR-checked and may be knocked down. Roundtime: 3 sec. (zorchar example)''
| {{addmetext}}
|}
==Mechanics Information==
===Post-2022 rules===
From [[Shock Weapon/saved posts]]:
* Removed: essence {{boldmono|PUT}} loading, charge capacity/efficiency unlocks, degradation and {{boldmono|FIX}}, feedback, RT unlock, critical-potency unlock, separate ambient unlock, cooldown-reduction unlock.
*{{boldmono|POINT}}: 3 second RT, 2 minute cooldown, SMR (greater of Spell Aim, Polearms, or level).
*Major Elemental Wave auction unlock: 40 charges per day (was once per hour).
*Extra-target auction unlock retained.
{| {{prettytable}} cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="margin: 1em 1em 1em 1em; background: #f9f9f9; border: 1px #aaa solid; border-collapse: collapse; "
|-
! Feature!!Detail
|-
|Shot||{{boldmono|POINT}} — 3s RT, 2 min cooldown, SMR
|-
|Ammo||None (post-2022)
|-
|Fluff tiers||Unlock Status 1/3 → 2/3 → 3/3 (Tier 2 + fluff verbs)
|-
| Auction: Additional Target||Dual-target {{boldmono|POINT}}
|-
| Auction: Major Elemental Wave ||{{boldmono|RAISE}}, 40/day, ''Charges used: N/40''
|}
===Example log (zorchar POINT with Additional Target)===
<pre{{log2}}> >point naginata [SMR result: 127 (Open d100: 53, Bonus: 11)] You point your zorchar-bladed naginata directly at an immense gold-bristled hinterboar and a crackling corona of lightning surrounds its zorchar tip. With a resounding crackle, a silvery-blue arc of electricity leaps from your zorchar-bladed naginata and impacts the gold-bristled hinterboar!
... 25 points of damage!
Nasty shock to left hand stiffens fingers. Nice and painful.
The gold-bristled hinterboar is stunned!
[SMR result: 99 (Open d100: 7, Bonus: 45)] Your shot goes wide, completely missing the fork-tongued wendigo. Roundtime: 3 sec.


Melee lines such as ''** Your zorchar-bladed naginata emits a searing bolt of lightning! **'' can be a normal weapon flare (RECALL: ''infused with the power of a lightning bolt'') and are separate from scripted {{boldmono|POINT}}.
=Resources=
==Additional Information==
*[http://forums.play.net/forums/GemStone%20IV/Quests%60Sagas%60Events/Ebon%20Gate%20Festival/view/8970 Official Announcement Thread on Forums]
===Restrictions===
*General alterations are fine.
*Base material '''cannot''' change and must reference the flaring metal.
*Any merchant can lighten.
*Cannot be applied to existing items.
* {{boldmono|POINT}} in town may return: ''Your {weapon} does not work here.''
===Unlock waivers (EG 2026, Farain's Shack)===
{{boldmono|RAISE}} waiver while holding the weapon; confirm within 30 seconds; waiver crumbles.
{| {{prettytable}} cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="margin: 1em 1em 1em 1em; background: #f9f9f9; border: 1px #aaa solid; border-collapse: collapse; "
|-
!Waiver !!Shards!!Effect
|-
|blue shock waiver||500|| Advances Unlock Status (fluff)
|-
|green shock waiver||1,000||Advances Unlock Status (fluff)
|-
|violet shock waiver || 10,000||Auction Additional Target
|-
|mauve shock waiver ||20,000||Auction MEW 40×/day
|}
===Festival stock (EG 2026, Farain's Shack footlocker)===
{| {{prettytable}} cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" style="margin: 1em 1em 1em 1em; background: #f9f9f9; border: 1px #aaa solid; border-collapse: collapse; "
|-
!Metal!! Naginata!! Lance
|-
|zorchar||a slender zorchar-bladed naginata||an enruned zorchar-tipped lance
|-
|drakar||a slender drakar-bladed naginata|| an enruned drakar-tipped lance
|-
|rhimar|| a slender rhimar-bladed naginata||an enruned rhimar-tipped lance
|-
|gornar ||a slender gornar-bladed naginata||an enruned gornar-tipped lance
|}OTS cost observed: '''2,000 soul shards''' (zorchar naginata).
===Historical (pre-2022)===
Older versions loaded elemental essences, degraded on use ({{boldmono|FIX}}), could feedback-damage the wielder, and used many independent parameter unlocks. That system is obsolete; see page history and [[Shock Weapon/saved posts]].
==See Also==*[[Shock Weapon/saved posts]]
*[[Energy Weapon]]
*[[Ebon Gate 2016#Shock Weapons]]
*[[Major Elemental Wave (435)]]
==Resources==
*[https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/832466682291027998/1031318398409388042 GM Retser Discord announcement (16 Oct 2022)]


*
[[category:Item Scripts]]

Latest revision as of 20:02, 30 October 2026

Shock Weapon Information
Category Mechanical
Class Weapon
Tiers 3
How to Unlock Certificate
Related Scripts Energy Weapon
Item Restrictions ✓
Verbs Used
LEAN POINT PROD PULL PUSH RAISE RUB SHAKE TAP TOUCH WAVE

The Shock Weapon is a mechanical script that applies to weapon items. It was originally released at Ebon Gate 2015 by Farain. Element follows flare metal (zorchar, drakar, rhimar, gornar). Modernized Oct 2022: no essence load, FIX, or feedback. Optional auction unlocks for dual POINT and daily RAISE wave.

Shock Weapons (also called shock lances) fire an elemental bolt with POINT. The element is fixed by the weapon's flare metal: zorchar (lightning), drakar (fire), rhimar (cold/water), or gornar (earth). This script cannot be added to existing items. They were originally sold at Pole Party at Ebon Gate 2015 as polearms and runestaves; later festivals have sold naginatas and lances in all four metals. Off-the-shelf examples are typically four-times enchanted.On 16 October 2022, GM Retser modernized the script. Essence loading, degradation/FIX, feedback, and most old parameter unlocks were removed. See Shock Weapon/saved posts. Pre-2022 tables that describe charges, FIX, feedback, and merchant parameter unlocks are obsolete.

Fluff Unlock Status advances 1 → 2 → 3 via certificates/waivers. At 3/3 the analyze labels the weapon Tier 2 (fully unlocked) and adds fluff verbs. Auction unlocks (Additional Target; Major Elemental Wave) are separate from that track.

Unlock Status 1/3 (Off the Shelf)

Off-the-shelf trap: POINT only. Auction unlocks appear as available.

Analyze

You analyze the zorchar-bladed naginata and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions.

The creator has also provided the following information:
* General Alterations are fine.
* The base material CANNOT change and must reference the associated flaring metal.
* Any merchant can lighten this.

Currently Unlocked Verbs:
Unlock Status: Off the Shelf (1 of 3 on unlocking)
Verbs Trapped: Point

Auction Unlocks

 Additional Target
  The naginata can be unlocked as an AUCTION upgrade to hit an additional target.

 Major Elemental Wave
  The naginata can be unlocked as an AUCTION upgrade to cast Major Elemental Wave when RAISEd 40x a day.

You might be able to have a talented merchant lighten the zorchar-bladed naginata for you.

Usage

Verb First Third
POINT You point your zorchar-bladed naginata directly at {target} and a crackling corona of lightning surrounds its zorchar tip. With a resounding crackle, a silvery-blue arc of electricity leaps from your zorchar-bladed naginata and impacts the {target}!
Roundtime: 3 sec. SMR contested. Example is zorchar/lightning; other metals differ. 		This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Unlock Status 3/3 (Tier 2, fully unlocked)

Fully unlocked fluff. Adds Wave, Tap, Touch, Rub, Pull, Push, Lean, Shake, and Prod (Ambients). Analyze excerpt below shows verb list and unlocked auction lines only.

Analyze

Currently Unlocked Verbs:
Unlock Status: Tier 2 (3 of 3, fully unlocked)
Verbs Trapped: Point, Wave, Tap, Touch, Rub, Pull, Push, Lean, Shake, Prod (Ambients).

Auction Unlocks

 Additional Target
  The naginata is currently unlocked to hit an additional target on firing.

 Major Elemental Wave
  The naginata is currently unlocked to cast Major Elemental wave when raised.
  Charges used: N/40

Usage

Verb First Third
WAVE As you wave your zorchar-bladed naginata high overhead, a trail of sparks follows closely behind. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
TAP You drum your fingers on your zorchar-bladed naginata and ready yourself in a {stance} stance.
(Mirrors current posture/stance.) 		This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
TOUCH You place your hand against your zorchar-bladed naginata, it shocks your hand gently. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
RUB You take a moment to polish your zorchar-bladed naginata, it briefly glows a mix of silver and gold. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
PULL You pull your zorchar-bladed naginata against your side, readying yourself for your next attack. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
PUSH Holding your zorchar-bladed naginata by the shaft, you thrust it forward in a salute. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
LEAN You lower your zorchar-bladed naginata into the floor, leaning against it. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
SHAKE You shake your zorchar-bladed naginata from side to side, a strange popping noise comes from within the naginata. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!
PROD You push your finger against your naginata, it pulses with a silver light. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Auction Unlock - Additional Target

Optional. Unlock line: Your {weapon}'s POINT shot will now hit two targets!

Usage

Verb First Third
POINT Second SMR attempt vs another creature. On miss: Your shot goes wide, completely missing the {creature}. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Auction Unlock - Major Elemental Wave

Optional. Unlock line: Your {weapon} can now cast major elemental wave 40 times a day! Uses RAISE; analyze tracks Charges used: N/40.

Usage

Verb First Third
RAISE You raise your naginata high overhead, a trail of static discharge following the tip. You change the naginata's direction, slamming the butt end of your naginata into the ground.
A wave of snapping and crackling ethereal ripples moves outward from you.
Creatures are SMR-checked and may be knocked down. Roundtime: 3 sec. (zorchar example) 		This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Mechanics Information

Post-2022 rules

From Shock Weapon/saved posts:

  • Removed: essence PUT loading, charge capacity/efficiency unlocks, degradation and FIX, feedback, RT unlock, critical-potency unlock, separate ambient unlock, cooldown-reduction unlock.
  • POINT: 3 second RT, 2 minute cooldown, SMR (greater of Spell Aim, Polearms, or level).
  • Major Elemental Wave auction unlock: 40 charges per day (was once per hour).
  • Extra-target auction unlock retained.
Feature Detail
Shot POINT — 3s RT, 2 min cooldown, SMR
Ammo None (post-2022)
Fluff tiers Unlock Status 1/3 → 2/3 → 3/3 (Tier 2 + fluff verbs)
Auction: Additional Target Dual-target POINT
Auction: Major Elemental Wave RAISE, 40/day, Charges used: N/40

Example log (zorchar POINT with Additional Target)

 >point naginata [SMR result: 127 (Open d100: 53, Bonus: 11)] You point your zorchar-bladed naginata directly at an immense gold-bristled hinterboar and a crackling corona of lightning surrounds its zorchar tip.  With a resounding crackle, a silvery-blue arc of electricity leaps from your zorchar-bladed naginata and impacts the gold-bristled hinterboar!
   ... 25 points of damage!
   Nasty shock to left hand stiffens fingers.  Nice and painful.
   The gold-bristled hinterboar is stunned!
[SMR result: 99 (Open d100: 7, Bonus: 45)] Your shot goes wide, completely missing the fork-tongued wendigo. Roundtime: 3 sec.

Melee lines such as ** Your zorchar-bladed naginata emits a searing bolt of lightning! ** can be a normal weapon flare (RECALL: infused with the power of a lightning bolt) and are separate from scripted POINT.

Additional Information


Restrictions

*General alterations are fine.
*Base material cannot change and must reference the flaring metal.
*Any merchant can lighten.
*Cannot be applied to existing items.
* POINT in town may return: Your {weapon} does not work here.

Unlock waivers (EG 2026, Farain's Shack)

RAISE waiver while holding the weapon; confirm within 30 seconds; waiver crumbles.





Waiver
Shards
Effect




blue shock waiver
500
Advances Unlock Status (fluff)




green shock waiver
1,000
Advances Unlock Status (fluff)




violet shock waiver
10,000
Auction Additional Target




mauve shock waiver
20,000
Auction MEW 40×/day



Festival stock (EG 2026, Farain's Shack footlocker)






Metal
Naginata
Lance




zorchar
a slender zorchar-bladed naginata
an enruned zorchar-tipped lance




drakar
a slender drakar-bladed naginata
an enruned drakar-tipped lance




rhimar
a slender rhimar-bladed naginata
an enruned rhimar-tipped lance




gornar
a slender gornar-bladed naginata
an enruned gornar-tipped lance

OTS cost observed: 2,000 soul shards (zorchar naginata).

Historical (pre-2022)

Older versions loaded elemental essences, degraded on use (FIX), could feedback-damage the wielder, and used many independent parameter unlocks. That system is obsolete; see page history and Shock Weapon/saved posts.
==See Also==*Shock Weapon/saved posts
*Energy Weapon
*Ebon Gate 2016#Shock Weapons
*Major Elemental Wave (435)

Resources

*GM Retser Discord announcement (16 Oct 2022)

*
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