Wait, did that suit of armor just move?
Here’s everything you’re gonna wanna know to use animated objects in Dungeons & Dragons.
But, how do you use firearms and explosives in a fantasy setting?
What Are Firearms And Explosives?
Here are some examples.
However,more futuristic and powerful weapons may need to be foundor taken off a powerful foe.
Damage pop in
The pop in of damage you inflict on a hit.
Properties
Determines rules like range, number of attacks made, and ammunition.
Mastery
A special property unlocked upon mastering the weapon.
Weight
Weight in pounds of the object.
The number of shots you could make is listed in parentheses next to this property.
Ammunition
Bullets are used in all medieval and modern firearmslike pistols, muskets, and more.
Firearms by Chris Seaman
How To Use Explosives
Separately from firearms,explosives have their own set of rules.
Each throw in of explosive typically has some or all of the following characteristics.
For a sample list of explosives, check out Chapter Three of the 2024 Dungeon Master’s Guide.
Equipment by Caio Monteiro
Unlike firearms, which have a universal set of rules to adhere to,each explosive works differently.
Unless stated otherwise,an explosive is considered consumed once used.
When doing so, justmake sure you give your weapon of choice the following characteristics.
The Weathermay-Foxgrove Twins by Zoltan Boros
Otherwise, the weapon doesn’t feel tethered to reality.
When selecting aWeapon Mastery Property, consider using Sap, Vex, or Graze.
These make the most narrative sense with ranged weapons like firearms.
Vitriolic Sphere by Ignatius Budi
For example, a large weapon of mass destruction may feel tonally out of place within a fantasy realm.
Got into a brawl in the tavern and not sure what to do next?
Use an improvised weapon to turn the tide of battle!
Dwarves by Mike Pape
