| Text | A double-edged, one-handed Iron Age straight shortsword used by the ancient Greeks. The xiphos' leaf-shaped design lent itself to both cutting and thrusting.
Finesse: When making an attack with a finesse weapon, you use your choice of your Strength or Dexterity modifier for the attack and damage rolls. You must use the same modifier for both rolls.
Light: A light weapon is small and easy to handle, making it ideal for use when fighting with two weapons.
Proficiency: martial, shortsword
Source: Vianna's Exotic Weapons (Homebrew),
Player's Handbook p. 149 |