Antler Bow
Uncommon Shortbow
Requires Attunement
The Antler Bow is a distinctive Vikmordere shortbow crafted from elk antlers rather than wood. Its pale, polished limbs retain the natural lines and branching shape of the antler, giving the weapon a rugged but striking appearance. Leather bindings and careful reinforcement hold the bow together, while its unusual construction makes it as memorable as it is practical.
A creature must spend a short rest attuning to the Antler Bow before accessing its magical properties.
You gain a +1 bonus to attack and damage rolls made with this weapon.
Rake: The Antler Bow is designed so it can still be used effectively when an enemy closes into melee range. While wielding this bow, you can make a melee weapon attack with it. On a hit, the attack deals 1d6 piercing damage.
This melee strike represents the wielder slashing or thrusting with the sharpened antler tines that form the bow’s frame. Most bows become awkward or nearly useless when foes get too close, but the Antler Bow gives its wielder an immediate close-quarters option without needing to drop the bow or draw another weapon.
Among the Vikmordere, weapons such as the Antler Bow reflect a tradition of survival, practicality, and respect for the wild. Elk antlers are chosen for their durability and natural shape, then carved, bound, and enchanted by skilled hands. No two Antler Bows are exactly alike, and many bear small differences in color, tine shape, or decorative markings.
The Antler Bow is especially useful for hunters, scouts, rangers, and adventurers who value flexibility in combat. Its magical accuracy improves performance at range, while its Rake ability offers an unusual advantage when battle turns close and chaotic.
Though only uncommon in rarity, the Antler Bow is valued both for its craftsmanship and for the versatility it offers in the field.
Value: 500 gp
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