A Scimitar is an exotic, curved one-handed sword of medium length. Specialty weapon stores will carry scimitars for around 16-22
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Description[]
| “ | The scimitar is closely related to the sabre, a single edged curved sword with protective hilt. The blade has a greater curve to it and is tapered to an elongated, sharp point. The origins of the scimitar are largely unknown however they have been very popular in the southern region of the Forgotten Realms. | ” |
Properties[]
A standard scimitar deals a base 1d8 (1-8) slashing damage, has a speed factor of 5, and a minimum strength requirement of 8EE only.
Scimitars are identical to Long Swords in regards to damage, speed factor, weight, and cost. However, scimitars have a slightly higher strength requirement to wieldEE only, and are one of the few metal-based weapons that the Druid class can wield, along with the Dagger, Spear, and Dart. This weapon is wielded in one hand.
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External links[]
- Scimitar article on the Baldur's Gate Wiki, a wiki for the Baldur's Gate games.
- Scimitar article on the Forgotten Realms Wiki, a wiki for the Dungeons & Dragons campaign setting Forgotten Realms