Silvermoon Quarrybane

The Silvermoon Quarrybane is a masterfully crafted pickaxe forged with a silver-infused head, designed specifically for hunting werewolves and other lycanthropes. Alistair Greycastle, in collaboration with The Forge & Flame Blacksmith, has imbued this weapon with both exceptional craftsmanship and the magical properties necessary to combat creatures vulnerable to silver.
Usage: One-handed.
Weapon Group: Pickaxe.
Damage: 1d8 piercing
Price: 1400 gold pieces
Bulk: 1
Hands: 1
Group: Pickaxe
Traits: Magical, Silver
=== Critical: ===
On a critical hit, the Silvermoon Quarrybane deals an additional 1d6 precision damage against lycanthropes.
=== Properties: ===
* Silvered Edge: The pickaxe head is made of pure silver, allowing the Silvermoon Quarrybane to bypass the damage reduction of creatures vulnerable to silver.
* Warding Engravings: The wooden haft of the pickaxe is adorned with protective warding engravings, providing the wielder with a +1 item bonus to saving throws against lycanthrope-induced curses or effects.
* Lunar Essence Detection (Special): The Silvermoon Quarrybane has a unique ability to detect the proximity of lycanthropes. When held under the moonlight, the pickaxe's silvered edge glows softly, indicating the presence of lycanthropic creatures within 60 feet.
=== Special Abilities: ===
* Moonlit Cleave (Once a Day, Active): The wielder can channel the ambient moonlight into a powerful cleave. Once per day, as a swift action, the wielder gains a +2 circumstance bonus to attack rolls and damage against lycanthropes for one minute.
* Lycanbane Resonance (Passive): The Silvermoon Quarrybane resonates with an innate anti-lycanthropic energy. The wielder gains a +1 item bonus to Will saving throws against lycanthrope-induced fear effects.
* Silver Infusion (Active): The wielder can channel magical energy into the silvered edge of the pickaxe. Once per day, as a free action, the pickaxe's silvered edge becomes temporarily charged. The next successful hit against a lycanthrope inflicts an additional 1d4 silver damage.
* Lunar Blessing (Passive): When held under the light of a full moon, the Silvermoon Quarrybane grants the wielder a +2 enhancement bonus to Strength for the duration of the moonlit night. This bonus is in addition to any other enhancements the wielder may have.
* Lunar Eclipsing (Passive): The Silvermoon Quarrybane becomes more potent during a lunar eclipse. During such an event, the pickaxe gains an additional +1 item bonus to attack rolls and damage against lycanthropes.
==== Crafting Requirements: ====
* Silver Ingots: 500 gp
* Enchanted Oak Wood: 100 gp
* Lunar Essence Infusion: 300 gp
* Expert Blacksmith's Fee: 500 gp
* Total Cost: 1400 gp
Requirements: The wielder must be proficient with the pickaxe to benefit from its magical properties.
==== About: ====
Crafted at The Forge & Flame Blacksmith under the guidance of Alistair Greycastle, the Silvermoon Quarrybane is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and magical infusion. It goes beyond the realm of a mere mining tool, transforming into a finely tuned instrument designed to combat creatures of the night, especially the dreaded lycanthropes.
The silvered edge, meticulously crafted from pure silver, ensures that the Silvermoon Quarrybane is an effective weapon against lycanthropes, bypassing their innate resistances. The warding engravings on the wooden haft provide an additional layer of protection, enhancing the wielder's resilience against curses and supernatural effects inflicted by these creatures.
The pickaxe's most remarkable feature is its Lunar Essence Detection, a magical property that allows it to sense the presence of lycanthropes. When held under the moonlight, the silvered edge softly glows, providing a subtle yet invaluable indication of lurking dangers within a 60-foot radius.
The crafting process involves a careful balance of silver ingots, enchanted oak wood, and lunar essence infusion, all expertly overseen by Alistair Greycastle. The resulting Silvermoon Quarrybane is not only a practical tool for those who hunt creatures of the night but also a work of art, a testament to the dedication and skill of its creators. Whether delving into the depths of a mine or venturing into the shadowy realms where lycanthropes roam, the Silvermoon Quarrybane is a trusted companion for those who stand against the darkness.