Chain Battleaxe (5e Equipment)

Chain Battleaxe Martial Melee Weapons Weapon Cost Damage Weight Properties Chain Battleaxe 50 gp 1d10 slashing 6 lb. Versatile (3d4 slashing), Thrown (30/90), Special A heavier battleaxe. On the shaft, there is a latch close to the top of the weapon that launches the head of the axe. The head is connected to a long, coiled chain within the shaft of the weapon. Special: When you make you attack action, you may choose make one of three attacks. You may make a normal melee attack, choosing either the normal damage or utalising the weapon's versatile properties, or you may choose to launch the axe head at one target, making a ranged attack using your Dexterity modifier. On a hit, the target takes 3d4 bludgeoning damage. Alternatively, you may swing the axe with the chain extended, attacking all targets in a 15 ft. cone. All targets within the cone must make a DC 8 + proficiency bonus (If proficient) + either your Strength or you Dexterity modifier or take 1d8 slashing damage. As a bonus action after extending the chain, you may use a bonus action to retract the chain back into the axe. Back to Main Page → 5e Homebrew → Equipment → Weapons