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This page covers the weapons and equipment used in Wizards and Warlords, including melee weapons, shields, projectile weapons, arcane bolts, and siege equipment. | This page covers the weapons and equipment used in Wizards and Warlords, including melee weapons, shields, projectile weapons, arcane bolts, and siege equipment. | ||
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Melee weapons are classified by how they are wielded. | Melee weapons are classified by how they are wielded. | ||
==== | ==== Single-Handed Weapons ==== | ||
* Can be safely wielded with one hand. | * Can be safely wielded with one hand. | ||
* Maximum length: 130 cm. | * Maximum length: 130 cm. | ||
==== | ==== Two-Handed Weapons ==== | ||
* Any weapon over 130 cm must be wielded with both hands. | * Any weapon over 130 cm must be wielded with both hands at all time, this includes when blocking. | ||
* Weapons shorter than 130 cm may also be used with two hands. | * Weapons shorter than 130 cm may also be used with two hands. | ||
=== 1.2. Weapon Rules === | === 1.2. Weapon Rules === | ||
* No thrusting-only weapons are permitted. | * No thrusting with any weapon. | ||
* Thrusting-only weapons are not permitted. | |||
* Throwing weapons (such as throwing knives, rocks and bottles) are not permitted. | |||
* All weapons must pass inspection before use. | * All weapons must pass inspection before use. | ||
* Players are responsible for ensuring their weapons remain safe, well-maintained, and in good repair. | * Players are responsible for ensuring their weapons remain safe, well-maintained, and in good repair. | ||
== 2. Shields == | == 2. Shields == | ||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Buckler.]]</div> | |||
<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Large round shield.]]</div> | |||
<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Rectangular shield.]]</div> | |||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: buckler, large round shield, and rectangular shield.</div> | |||
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Shields are defensive equipment used to block melee weapons and some projectile weapons. Shields must be safe for contact, have padded edges, and pass inspection before use. | Shields are defensive equipment used to block melee weapons and some projectile weapons. Shields must be safe for contact, have padded edges, and pass inspection before use. | ||
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* Melee weapons | * Melee weapons | ||
* Projectile weapons, including arrows, bolts, and bands from blackpowder weapons | * Projectile weapons, including arrows, bolts, and bands from blackpowder weapons | ||
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== 3. Projectile Weapons == | == 3. Projectile Weapons == | ||
Projectile weapons are ranged weapons that fire approved ammunition. Projectile weapons are split into bows | <div class="wizlords-race-intro-examples wizlords-example-gallery wizlords-example-gallery-two"> | ||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Bow and arrows.]]</div> | |||
<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Bandgun and band ammunition.]]</div> | |||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: bow and arrows, and bandgun with band ammunition.</div> | |||
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Projectile weapons are ranged weapons that fire approved ammunition. Projectile weapons are split into bows and bandguns. | |||
=== 3.1. Bows === | === 3.1. Bows === | ||
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Bandguns must visually simulate historical or fantasy firearms, such as matchlock, wheellock, or flintlock-style weapons. | Bandguns must visually simulate historical or fantasy firearms, such as matchlock, wheellock, or flintlock-style weapons. | ||
=== | ==== Single-Handed Bandguns ==== | ||
* Bandguns up to 60cm in length may be used with one hand. | |||
==== Two-Handed Bandguns ==== | |||
* Any bandgun over 60cm in length must be used with both hands at all times. | |||
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== 4. Spell Projectiles == | |||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-example-image">[[File:RaceExample1.png|600x800px|link=|alt=Temporary placeholder for Death Balls.]]</div> | |||
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<div class="wizlords-race-intro-caption">Left to right: Arcane Bolts and Death Balls.</div> | |||
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Text about Spell Projectiles | |||
=== 4.1. Arcane Bolts === | |||
* Only Arcane Bolts may be thrown by hand. | * Only Arcane Bolts may be thrown by hand. | ||
* Any hand-thrown projectile is considered a magic spell. | * Any hand-thrown projectile is considered a magic spell. | ||
== 4. | === 4.2. Death Balls === | ||
Death Balls are black fabric-covered balls thrown by NPCs and monsters. | |||
* Death Balls count wherever they strike, including invalid strike zones. | |||
* A hit from a Death Ball deals [[Combat & Damage#4.3. Siege Weapons|Siege Damage]]. | |||
=== 4.2. Special Cases === | <div class="wizlords-image-clear"></div> | ||
== 5. Siege Weapons == | |||
Siege Weapons fire large projectiles that massacre fighters. | |||
=== 5.1. Damage === | |||
* See [[Combat & Damage#4.3. Siege Weapons|Siege Damage]]. | |||
=== 5.2. Special Cases === | |||
* Arcane Servants or Beasts struck by siege weapons take 1 HP damage. | * Arcane Servants or Beasts struck by siege weapons take 1 HP damage. | ||
* Magic Shields (''see [[Magic#Arcane_Ward|Arcane Ward]] and [[Magic#Holy_Ward|Holy Ward]]'') fully block siege weapon projectiles. | * Magic Shields (''see [[Magic#Arcane_Ward|Arcane Ward]] and [[Magic#Holy_Ward|Holy Ward]]'') fully block siege weapon projectiles. | ||
* A character using a Magic Shield | * A character using a Magic Shield is pushed back as if struck by a weapon dealing Siege Damage. | ||
== | == 6. Safety Construction Rules == | ||
All weapons, shields, projectiles, and related equipment must meet the required safety construction standards before being used in play. | All weapons, shields, projectiles, and related equipment must meet the required safety construction standards before being used in play. | ||
The sections below contain the detailed construction rules for each equipment type. These rules are provided for players who are building, modifying, buying, or checking equipment. | The sections below contain the detailed construction rules for each equipment type. These rules are provided for players who are building, modifying, buying, or checking equipment. | ||
Not sure if a weapon is suitable? Before you buy, feel free to email [mailto:info@kongaskreations.com.au info@kongaskreations.com.au] and we'll help you check. | |||
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== Where To Next? == | |||
* | * [[Spellcasting]] ← Next Step | ||
* | * [[Armour & Hit Points]] | ||
* [[Terrain & Hazards]] | |||
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