In the 2000 film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, a warrior use dual melon hammers in the tavern fight scene.Wan, played by Wang Lung Wei, was an expert with the weapon. In the 1978 film Crippled Avengers, Mr.Because of these traits, a single headed meteor hammer can deliver a great amount of force to a target, however it is very difficult to control. The head can traditionally weigh up to 3 kilograms (6.6 pounds) and is attached to a rope that can be 6 metres (20 feet) in length (in contrast a rope dart is typically 3.6 metres (12 feet) long). The main difference between the headed meteor hammer and a rope dart is that traditionally the meteor hammer has a rounded head. The single-headed version of this weapon is used in a similar manner to the rope dart in that it is a long reach weapon with a single head. Since the meteor has two heads, one can be used offensively while the other can be used to defend, parrying attacks or ensnaring an opponent's weapon to attempt to disarm them. ![]() The lighter versions of this weapon are typically used for practice and for modern wushu displays since they are faster and less dangerous. ![]() Some meteor hammers have much lighter heads. While the ends of the meteor hammer can be heavier than a rope dart head, the difference in weight is normally minimal. The double-headed meteor hammer is typically 2–3 meters in length with a spherical head on each end. Monks are proficient in meteor hammers.īack to Main Page → 3.There are two types of meteor hammers: a double-headed and a single-headed version. This designation gives a monk wielding a meteor hammer special options. ![]() The meteor hammer is a special monk weapon. When using a meteor hammer, you get a +2 bonus on opposed attack rolls made to disarm an opponent (including the roll to avoid being disarmed if such an attempt fails). If you are tripped during your own trip attempt, you can drop the meteor hammer to avoid being tripped. You can make trip attacks with the meteor hammer. You lose reach, but may use it as a double weapon. Meteor Shower: You swing both ends of the meteor hammer around wildly, slamming against the ground and your opponents. Like most other weapons with reach, it can't be used against an adjacent foe. At the beginning of your turn you may decide which way you wield the weapon:įalling Moon: The meteor hammer is a reach weapon, throwing one weight while using the other to block and parry attacks. The meteor hammer is both a reach weapon and a double weapon, but not at the same time. ![]() Divide by 2 for each size category of the item smaller than Medium, or multiply it by 2 for each size category larger than Medium.Ī unique weapon consisting of two bulbous metal weights connected by a long chain, the meteor hammer is a flexible weapon designed to be spun around, throwing either end at the opponent or throwing them off guard with a flurry of swings, both ends whirling with the chain in center. The hp value given is for Medium armor, weapons, and shields. When two types are given, the weapon is both types if the entry specifies "and", either type (player's choice at time of attack) if the entry specifies "or", or each end of the double weapon is a different type if the entry specifies "/".Ĥ. A Small weapon weighs half as much, and a Large weapon weighs twice as much.ģ. See Damage Increases by Size to calculate the damage for a weapon larger than Medium or smaller than Small.Ģ.
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