Trade and Equipment: Weapons
To all adventurers, weapons are usually the most important items. Therefore, they will be listed first. This is a chart of possible weapons and their selling and purchase price. These aren't the only weapons you can choose, these are just suggestions. The prices are also average and for only human forged weapons. Craftsmanship varies, so some maybe more or less expensive in the game.
Special Weapons
Fine BladeFinely crafted blades are those made by the master smiths of Lodoss. Forged in the hottest fires, molded from the strongest metals and alloys, fine blades are weapons to be prized and wielded with honor and glory. Most fine weapons are christened with a name, usually that of its owner or maker, or given a name that implies great power. Fine blades are expensive. You cannot buy a fine weapon in a weapons shop, you must hire a master smith to forge it for you. This can take weeks, even months, for an extremely well made weapon, and even the cost for such can be astronomical. Often these weapons will be passed down through the family.
A fine blade is sharper and better balanced, also less prone to breaking. They must be properly cared for to keep them in prime condition. Fine blades are perfect candidates for magical enchantments.
Elven Blades and BowsElven blades are fine blades forged by the best elven weapon smiths. They are made of Elven Steel, a metal alloy that, though not magical in nature, still baffles the best human and dwarven metalworkers. The blades are practically unbreakable. Elven rapiers can parry a smashing warhammer or battle axe with out getting a scratch. Elven weapons cannot be purchased from elves, and the street price would be astronomical.
Dwarven AxesDwarves are master metal workers. Though they have still not learned the secrets of the lighter elven steel, they have their own special alloys that are vastly superior to man-made metals. The preferred weapon of dwarves is the axe. Axes are good, strong, versatile weapons, able to chop wood, bust down doors, and hack up ogres and goblins alike (no one enjoys practicality more than a dwarf). Dwarven axes are perfectly balanced and can be used for not only fighting, but throwing. Dwarven axes can be purchased from dwarves, but are very steeply priced, and even more expensive sold by humans.
Weapon Accessories
What sword is complete without a scabbard? What bow can work without arrows? This section contains a few accessories for weapons.
Scabbards and SheathsA rather simple item, a scabbard is a sheath for a sword. Worn by most warriors, a scabbard is a safe and easy way to carry a bladed weapon. Most swords can be purchased with a sheath or scabbard. Other bladed weapons would be best to have sheathed as well. Scabbards can range from 50-80 GP.
Boot SheathA favorite of thieves everywhere, the boot sheath is an excellent way to sneak knives past lazy or careless guards. The boot sheath can hold one blade and can be made to fit snuggly on your leg. Some boots can even have built in sheaths. Typically, the pants are pulled down over the sheath to conceal it. Since boot sheaths have become more popular, guards now regularly check boots. You can also have back, arm and side sheaths made. A boot, arm, back or side sheath can vary from 30-60 GP.
AtlatlAn atlatl (at' lat-el) is a small device used to help throw spears and javelins. It consists of a smooth rod with a hook at the back for holding the spear in place. The spearthrower then throws the spear using the atlatl for a grip. An atlatl can be purchased for about 60 GP.
Archery Accessories
QuiverA quiver is a small cylindrical case for holding arrows(bows) or quarrels (crossbows), typically worn on the back, for quick, more natural arm action when cocking the bow. A quiver can hold up to 12 arrows or quarrels. Prices vary.
Arrows and QuarrelsThere are many types of arrows, the most common simply have a steel arrow head, long wooden shaft, and feathers at the end for stabilization. Arrows can make an archer one of the deadliest fighters on the battlefield. All prices are per dozen, that is, per quiver.
Feathered ArrowsFeathered arrows are the standard arrow type. They have a sharp V-shaped steel arrow head, wooden shaft, and four feather fletches on the end.
Steel Shaft ArrowsA steel shaft replaces the wooden shaft. Though the arrow is heavier, it is much more stable. These arrows are more expensive, but they are well worth the cost.
Whistling ArrowsWhistling arrows are designed with a series of holes down the head of the arrow and through the shaft. When fired, they make a loud whistling sound as they streak through the air. Whistling arrows are primarily used as signaling devises, but can also be used to discourage enemies. They can, of course, kill just as any arrow.
Barbed ArrowsThe arrow head has a set of ugly looking backward facing barbs. When a barbed arrow is extracted from a victim, it will cause even worse damage to the flesh and cause excruciating pain. These arrows are designed to cause as much pain and suffering as possible, and are rarely used by honorable archers.
Broadhead ArrowsThese arrows have a four-bladed steel arrowhead (shaped like an X when seen head on). These arrows do more damage than standard, two blade arrowheads. Naturally, they cost more due to the added difficulty of forging them.
Steel Shaft Broadhead ArrowsConsidered by archers to be the ultimate in long-range bow-power. These arrows have a steel shaft and a broadhead arrowhead. They are well stabilized and inflict a great deal of damage.
Elven ArrowsNaturally, elves make the best arrows. Elven arrows have a wood shaft and an elven steel arrowhead, which will penetrate most armor. Elves don't sell their arrows, however.
| Knives | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Dagger | 3 GP | 5 GP |
| Small Knife | 6 GP | 10 GP |
| Large Knife | 18 GP | 30 GP |
| Throwing Knife | 40 GP | 60 GP |
| Swords | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Rapier | 3 RP | 5 RP |
| Shortsword | 120 GP | 2 RP |
| Broadsword | 160 GP | 3 RP |
| Longsword | 230 GP | 4 RP |
| Scimitar | 360 GP | 5 RP |
| Greatsword | 5 RP | 7 RP |
| Claymore | 650 GP | 10 RP |
| Axes | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Hand Axe | 12 GP | 20 GP |
| Wood Axe | 30 GP | 50 GP |
| Battle Axe | 170 GP | 3 RP |
| Great Axe | 350 GP | 6 RP |
| Throwing Axe | 4 RP | 6 RP |
| Clubs | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Stick (ugly) | -- | 1 SP |
| Club | 15 GP | 30 GP |
| Mace | 130 GP | 2 RP |
| Great Mace | 280 GP | 5 RP |
| Hammer | 12 GP | 20 GP |
| Maul | 180 GP | 3 RP |
| Warhammer | 5 RP | 8 RP |
| Spears | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Spear | 120 GP | 2 RP |
| Javelin | 180 GP | 3 RP |
| Long Spear | 3 RP | 5 RP |
| Lance | 5 RP | 8 RP |
| Pole Arms | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Quarterstaff | 25 GP | 40 GP |
| Military Fork | 50 GP | 80 GP |
| Harpoon | 270 GP | 4 RP |
| Scythe | 150 GP | 2 RP |
| Battle Scythe | 3 RP | 5 RP |
| Pole Axe | 360 GP | 6 RP |
| Halberd | 600 GP | 10 RP |
| Flails | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Flail | 30 GP | 40 GP |
| Great Flail | 160 GP | 2 RP |
| Whip | 18 GP | 30 GP |
| Barbed Whip | 70 GP | 1 RP |
| Bows | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Bow | 180 GP | 3 RP |
| Longbow | 400 GP | 6 RP |
| Crossbows | Selling Price | Purchase Price |
| Crossbow | 500 GP | 8 RP |
| Heavy Crossbow | 800 GP | 12 RP |
| Arrow/Quarrel | Sell Price | Purchase Price |
| Feathered | 18 GP | 30 GP |
| Steel Shaft | 30 GP | 50 GP |
| Whistling | 25 GP | 40 GP |
| Barbed | 40 GP | 60 GP |
| Broadhead | 60 GP | 1 RP |
| Steel/Broad | 130 GP | 2 RP |
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