Archives of Nethys

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Bone Cestus

Centuries ago, some kasathas crafted simple weapons out of crest-eaters’ bony protrusions; these formidable gauntlets were badges of honor for the mightiest kasathan warriors, and modern artisans have recreated that aesthetic in the form of bone cestuses, though now they are usually formed of state-of-the-art resin instead of crest-eater bone. Due to the flecks of minerals embedded within, bone cestuses are often warm to the touch, especially after they have been exposed to natural sunlight. These basic one-handed melee weapons are capable of punching through a foe’s defenses, sometimes puncturing vital organs in the process.

Bone Cestus, Austere

Source Alien Archive pg. 31
Level 2; Price 600
Hands 1; Proficiency Basic Melee
Damage 1d6 P; Critical bleed 1d4
Bulk L; Special analog

Bone Cestus, Measured

Source Alien Archive pg. 31
Level 7; Price 5,500
Hands 1; Proficiency Basic Melee
Damage 2d6 P; Critical bleed 1d6
Bulk L; Special analog

Bone Cestus, Imposing

Source Alien Archive pg. 31
Level 12; Price 32,000
Hands 1; Proficiency Basic Melee
Damage 3d6 P; Critical bleed 2d6
Bulk L; Special analog

Bone Cestus, Severe

Source Alien Archive pg. 31
Level 17; Price 230,000
Hands 1; Proficiency Basic Melee
Damage 8d6 P; Critical bleed 5d6
Bulk L; Special analog