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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.

'''Note: The official documentation incorrectly lists the javelin as a [[Polearm Weapons|polearm weapon]].'''


==Alternate Names==
==Alternate Names==

Revision as of 11:19, 11 May 2011

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.

Note: The official documentation incorrectly lists the javelin as a polearm weapon.

Alternate Names

  • contus
  • jaculum
  • shail
  • spiculum

Game Mechanics

Use:

Weapon AG Cloth Leather Scale Chain Plate RT Min RT Damage Type STR/DU
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


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