Throwing Knife

A throwing knife is a small weapon for an adventurer who wants to act at short range without coming within an opponent's reach. In Elaria, it may belong to a scout, an experienced guard, or someone who bought it as a backup. It may be plain or ornate, but decorative appearance alone does not change its effect.

It uses agility and one hand. The catalog notes its short range, so it cannot be assumed to offer the same possibilities as a bow. After a throw, where the knife landed and whether it can be recovered remain questions; the story determines the particular circumstances. It has no automatic special surprise bonus or poison effect.

Attacks use Agility (AGI). The 1H designation means it uses one hand. The minimum is AGI4, and its catalog physical attack bonus (PATK) is +1. The price is 5 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.