Bolt Blade
Weapon (short sword), rare
Bolt Blades are empowered short swords that combine the masterful craftsmanship of the Rautavarasto and arcane infusion. Its silver and copper blade, encrusted hilt, and oaken handle reflect the collaboration between Dwarven blacksmiths and Human wizards. The Bolt Blade carries the gift of lightning, delivering a searing charge with each strike and the ability to project bolts of lightning at a distance. Prized by plainsmen and the denizens of the Spireshard Peaks, these ornate blades add a formidable and electrifying touch to their arsenals, making them a symbol of power and skill on the battlefield.
Properties
- Damage: 1d6
- Damage Type: Piercing
- Weight: 2 lbs (0.9 kg)
- Finesse: Bolt Blade can be used with either Strength or Dexterity for attack and damage rolls.
Special Abilities
Searing Strike
With each successful strike, the Bolt Blade infuses the target with a searing charge of lightning. When you hit a creature with the Bolt Blade, it deals an additional 1d6 lightning damage.
Thunderous Bolt
The Bolt Blade can project bolts of lightning from its blade, allowing the wielder to unleash a ranged attack. As an action, you can make a ranged spell attack using the Bolt Blade, targeting a creature within the weapon's range. On a hit, the target takes 2d8 lightning damage. The range of this attack is 30 feet. After using this ability, you can't use it again until you finish a short or long rest.