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|releasedate=2015
|releasedate=2015
|origmerch=Farain
|origmerch=Farain
|addinfo=It fires an elemental bolt that flares based on the metal type: zorchar, drakar, rhimar, gornar.
|restrictions=Yes
|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.
}}
}}
==Analyze==
'''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
<pre{{log2}}>You analyze the zorchar-bladed naginata and sense that the item is largely free from merchant alteration restrictions.
|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:
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The naginata can be unlocked as an AUCTION upgrade to cast Major Elemental Wave when RAISEd 40x a day.
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.
You might be able to have a talented merchant lighten the zorchar-bladed naginata for you.</pre>
|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).


==Usage Information==
Auction Unlocks
===Tier 1===
Off-the-shelf Schock Weapons only have access to {{boldmono|POINT}}. The below example is for zorchar/lightning flares. It is SMR contested.
{{VerbTableStart |header1= Verb |header2= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= POINT |modifier2= |1Pview= 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. |3Pview= }}
{{Table end}}
===Tier 2===
{{addmetext}}
===Tier 3===
Tier 3 has fully unlocked fluff verbs plus ambient messaging.
{{VerbTableStart |header1= Verb |header2= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= WAVE |modifier2= |1Pview= As you wave your zorchar-bladed naginata high overhead, a trail of sparks follows closely behind. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= TAP |modifier2= |1Pview= You drum your fingers on your zorchar-bladed naginata and ready yourself in a {stance} stance. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= TOUCH |modifier2= |1Pview= You place your hand against your zorchar-bladed naginata, it shocks your hand gently. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= RUB |modifier2= |1Pview= You take a moment to polish your zorchar-bladed naginata, it briefly glows a mix of silver and gold. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= PULL |modifier2= |1Pview= You pull your zorchar-bladed naginata against your side, readying yourself for your next attack. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= PUSH |modifier2= |1Pview= Holding your zorchar-bladed naginata by the shaft, you thrust it forward in a salute. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= LEAN |modifier2= |1Pview= You lower your zorchar-bladed naginata into the floor, leaning against it. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= SHAKE |modifier2= |1Pview= You shake your zorchar-bladed naginata from side to side, a strange popping noise comes from within the naginata. |3Pview= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= PROD |modifier2= |1Pview= You push your finger against your naginata, it pulses with a silver light. |3Pview= }}
{{Table end}}
===Additional Target Unlock===
Shock Weapons can be unlocked as an auction upgrade to hit an additional target when using {{boldmono|POINT}}. This unlock option is not restricted by tier.
{{VerbTableStart |header1= Verb |header2= Option }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= POINT |modifier2= Miss |1Pview= Your shot goes wide, completely missing the {creature}. |3Pview= }}
{{Table end}}
===Major Elemental Wave Unlock===
Shock Weapons can be unlocked as an auction upgrade to cast Major Elemental Wave when {{boldmono|RAISEd}} 40x a day. Available charges are noted in the analyze information. The below example uses zorchar/lightning flares. Creatures are SMR-checked and may be knocked down. This unlock option is not restricted by tier.
{{VerbTableStart |header1= Verb |header2= }}
{{VerbTableEntry|modifier1= RAISE |modifier2= |1Pview= 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>Roundtime: 3 sec. |3Pview= }}
{{Table end}}


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
|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==
==Mechanics Information==
A breakdown of unlock options is as follows:
===Post-2022 rules===
{| class="wikitable"
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
! scope="col" | Feature
! scope="col" | Detail
|-
|-
|Shot||{{boldmono|POINT}} — 3s RT, 2 min cooldown, SMR
| scope="rowgroup" | Shot || {{boldmono|POINT}}: 3 seconds RT, 2 min cooldown, SMR attack
|-
|-
| scope="rowgroup" | Ammo || None
|Ammo||None (post-2022)
|-
|-
|Fluff tiers||Unlock Status 1/3 → 2/3 → 3/3 (Tier 2 + fluff verbs)
| scope="rowgroup" | Fluff tiers || Unlock Status 1/3 → 2/3 → 3/3 (Tier 2 + fluff verbs)
|-
|-
| Auction: Additional Target||Dual-target {{boldmono|POINT}}
| scope="rowgroup" | Auction: Additional Target || {{boldmono|POINT}}: Dual-target
|-
|-
| Auction: Major Elemental Wave ||{{boldmono|RAISE}}, 40/day, ''Charges used: N/40''
| scope="rowgroup" | Auction: Major Elemental Wave || {{boldmono|RAISE}}: 40/day
|}
|}
;Combat Example
===Example log (zorchar POINT with Additional Target)===
This combat example is of a zorchar weapon using {{boldmono|POINT}} with the additional target unlocked.
<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!
<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!
... 25 points of damage!
Nasty shock to left hand stiffens fingers. Nice and painful.
Nasty shock to left hand stiffens fingers. Nice and painful.
The gold-bristled hinterboar is stunned!
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.
[SMR result: 99 (Open d100: 7, Bonus: 45)] Your shot goes wide, completely missing the fork-tongued wendigo. Roundtime: 3 sec.</pre>
Melee lines such as ''** Your zorchar-bladed naginata emits a searing bolt of lightning! **'' can be a normal weapon flare ({{boldmono|RECALL}}: ''infused with the power of a lightning bolt'') and are separate from scripted {{boldmono|POINT}}.


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}}.
==Additional Information==
==Additional Information==
Shock weapons were sometimes called shock lances due to the original release consisting of lances. They fire an elemental bolt. The element is fixed by the weapon's flare metal: [[zorchar]] (lightning), [[drakar]] (fire), [[rhimar]] (cold/water), or [[gornar]] (earth). They were originally sold at [[EGShop:Pole Party|Pole Party]] in [[Feywrot Mire]] during [[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/{{boldmono|FIX}}, feedback, and most old parameter unlocks were removed. See the [[Shock Weapon/saved posts|saved posts]] for information about the original version of the script.

Shock Weapons and unlocks are sold in [[EHShop:Farain's Shack|Farain's Shack]] in [[Evermore Hollow]] during [[Ebon Gate]].

===Restrictions===
===Restrictions===
General alterations are fine. Base material cannot change and must reference the flaring metal. Any merchant can lighten. Script cannot be applied to existing items.
*General alterations are fine.

*Base material '''cannot''' change and must reference the flaring metal.
==See Also==
*Any merchant can lighten.
*[[/saved posts|Saved posts]]
*Cannot be applied to existing items.
*[[Ebon Gate Festival/teasers 2016#Shock Weapons|Announcement teaser]]
* {{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]]
*[[Energy Weapon]]
*[[Ebon Gate 2016#Shock Weapons]]
*[[Major Elemental Wave (435)]]
*[[Major Elemental Wave (435)]]
==Resources==
*[https://discord.com/channels/226045346399256576/832466682291027998/1031318398409388042 GM Retser Discord announcement (16 Oct 2022)]

*

Latest revision as of 09:01, 3 November 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. It fires an elemental bolt that flares based on the metal type: zorchar, drakar, rhimar, gornar.

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 Information

Tier 1

Off-the-shelf Schock Weapons only have access to POINT. The below example is for zorchar/lightning flares. It is SMR contested.

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. 		This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Tier 2

This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Tier 3

Tier 3 has fully unlocked fluff verbs plus ambient messaging.

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. 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!

Additional Target Unlock

Shock Weapons can be unlocked as an auction upgrade to hit an additional target when using POINT. This unlock option is not restricted by tier.

Verb Option First Third
POINT Miss Your shot goes wide, completely missing the {creature}. This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Major Elemental Wave Unlock

Shock Weapons can be unlocked as an auction upgrade to cast Major Elemental Wave when RAISEd 40x a day. Available charges are noted in the analyze information. The below example uses zorchar/lightning flares. Creatures are SMR-checked and may be knocked down. This unlock option is not restricted by tier.

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.
Roundtime: 3 sec. 		This section has not been added yet; please add to it now!

Mechanics Information

A breakdown of unlock options is as follows:

Feature Detail
Shot POINT: 3 seconds RT, 2 min cooldown, SMR attack
Ammo None
Fluff tiers Unlock Status 1/3 → 2/3 → 3/3 (Tier 2 + fluff verbs)
Auction: Additional Target POINT: Dual-target
Auction: Major Elemental Wave RAISE: 40/day
Combat Example

This combat example is of a zorchar weapon using POINT with the additional target unlocked. 

 >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

Shock weapons were sometimes called shock lances due to the original release consisting of lances. They fire an elemental bolt. The element is fixed by the weapon's flare metal: zorchar (lightning), drakar (fire), rhimar (cold/water), or gornar (earth). They were originally sold at Pole Party in Feywrot Mire during 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 the saved posts for information about the original version of the script.

Shock Weapons and unlocks are sold in Farain's Shack in Evermore Hollow during Ebon Gate.

Restrictions

General alterations are fine. Base material cannot change and must reference the flaring metal. Any merchant can lighten. Script cannot be applied to existing items.

See Also

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