Javelin

A javelin is a strength-based thrown weapon suited to a character who combines physical prowess with the ability to act at range. In Elaria, it may accompany a scout of open country, a border guard, or a resident of a settlement where such equipment is common. A mark on the shaft may identify its owner or their group.

Unlike agility-based ranged weapons, it depends on strength. It uses one hand, and after throwing it the hero must consider another weapon or retrieving the javelin. It grants no automatic second attack or special penetration effect. It is a sensible choice when it matches the hero's actual attributes and the expedition's expected surroundings.

Attacks use Strength (STR). The 1H designation means it uses one hand. The minimum is STR5, and its catalog physical attack bonus (PATK) is +2. The price is 6 sp. A hero's total attack is then calculated from attributes and the applicable rules; the listed weapon bonus is not the entire final attack.