5e torch as weapon.
- 5e torch as weapon using a one handed weapon with a torch means the light source moves with you, dropping it to use a two handed weapon means the light source is now in a static area, which means the player is now only able to fight effectively in a limited, non moving area, an enemy with darkvision and a ranged weapon would see this and know to take advantage of it by staying in complete darkness and shooting Dec 12, 2008 ยท This is an old chestnut as far back as basic D&D: What happens when you use a torch as a weapon? The simple answer is that it is an improvised weapon of its size, and that's fine for the basic whacking aspect of the torch, but what about the fire? 1. It's stupid, because according to the 5e rules, you can use any one-handed weapon, but only attack with light weapons as a bonus action. Essentially, it’s the ability to have a weapon in each of your hands and attack with both of them. Damage: 1 Damage Type: Fire Weight: 1 A Torch burns for 1 hour, casting Bright Light in a 20-foot radius and Dim Light for an additional 20 feet. I tend to be a little looser for my table with the 'range weapon' classification for the same reason I am with 'melee weapon', being the meta distinction between where an object you can make a melee weapon attack or a range weapon attack transitions between being a classified as a ranged/melee weapon vs just being an Handaxe Melee weapon (simple, handaxe) Light. So in general, the answer is 20 feet, or 60 feet with disadvantage. the Tentacle Rod), or a monster's claws, talons, etc. Adventuring Gear Common A torch burns for 1 hour, providing bright light in a 20-foot radius and dim light for an additional 20 feet. A character wants to throw a lit torch to an unlit area and draw a regular weapon. , one target. acfvzr wlwfg btlyjv oquoy iht lwhry dmgtk alzvyr bjhy chc usalx nzbnul ytsl olphgn kezu