| Text | The double scimitar is the signature weapon of Valenar elves. A haft of fine wood supports a long blade on either end. Forged with techniques honed over tens of thousands of years, these blades are strong, sharp, and remarkably light. Each scimitar is a masterpiece, and as a result the double scimitar is an expensive weapon, but few people ever have an opportunity to purchase one. If you're an elf, your blade could have a long and storied history. If you're not an elf, you might have stolen the weapon from a fallen foe or received it from a dying Valenar ally. If you work with your DM to create the story behind your double scimitar, you can start with the weapon at 1st level in place of a martial weapon normally granted by your class. However, it can be dangerous for a non-elf to carry a double scimitar. Valenar may demand its return or challenge you to prove that you're worthy to wield it.
Special: If you attack with a double-bladed scimitar as part of the Attack action on your turn, you can use a bonus action immediately after to make a melee attack with it. This attack deals 1d4 slashing damage on a hit, instead of 2d4.
When you attack a creature with this magic weapon and roll a 20 on the attack roll, the creature must make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw in addition to suffering the attack's normal effects. On a failed save, the creature also suffers the effects of a polymorph spell. Roll a d20 and consult the following table to determine the form the target creature is transformed into.
d20 | New Form
1 | Tyrannosaurus Rex
2 | Giant Ape
3 | Elephant
4 | Giant scorpion
5 | Rhinoceros
6 | Polar bear
7 | Giant toad
8 | Giant eagle
9 | Black bear
10 | Crocodile
11 | Wolf
12 | Riding Horse
13 | Ox
14 | Giant frog
15 | Poisonous snake
16 | Hawk
17 | Octopus
18 | Cat
19 | Rat
20 | Rabbit
A creature is immune to this effect if it is immune to damage of the weapon's type, is a shapechanger, or has legendary actions.
Curse: This weapon is cursed, and becoming attuned to it extends the curse to you. Until the curse is broken with a remove curse spell or similar magic, you are unwilling to part with the weapon. Whenever you attack a creature with this weapon and roll a 1 on the attack roll, you suffer the effect of a polymorph spell for 1 hour, rolling on the table to determine your new form.
Two-Handed: This weapon requires two hands when you attack with it.
Proficiency: martial, double-bladed scimitar
Source: Lost Laboratory of Kwalish p. 56,
Wayfinder's Guide to Eberron p. 74 |