Bomb
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| (Alchemical item) | |
| Type | Bomb |
Source: Advanced Player's Guide, pg(s). 28 | |
A bomb is a portable explosive that is often designed to be fired, placed, or thrown before being detonated by a fuse, timer, or other apparatus. They range in scale from concealable smoke bomb distractions[1] to the siege weapon-scaled payloads that can devastate a city.[2]
While sometimes used as tools, bombs are generally associated with combative alchemists and ninjas,[1] and to a lesser extent with gunslingers, specialized wizards,[3] and specially trained rogues.[4] They are also favored by goblins, as much for their destructive potential as for their potential to go off with chaotic unpredictability.
Composition
Bombs are often comprised of a casing or canister filled with black powder. Their simple form makes them flexible ways to deliver destructive and deadly forces, such as metal balls, smoke, poisons, disease-spreading agents, flash powder. However, their volatility means they must be handled with care, and a poorly made or carelessly handled bomb can just as indiscriminately kill its owner or allies.[2]
Admixtures
Alchemists can enhance their bombs through admixture extracts. These infuse their bombs with magical effects and can greatly expand the devices' potential applications.[5]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Jason Bulmahn, et al. (2011). Ultimate Combat, p. 15. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-359-0
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Jason Bulmahn, et al. (2011). Ultimate Combat, p. 164. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-359-0
- ↑ Jason Bulmahn, et al. (2011). Ultimate Combat, p. 74. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-359-0
- ↑ David N. Ross, David Schwartz, and Kaitlyn Sprague. (2014). Ranged Tactics Toolbox, p. 7. Paizo Inc. ISBN 978-1-60125-705-5
- ↑ Jason Bulmahn, et al. (2011). Ultimate Combat, p. 225. Paizo Publishing, LLC. ISBN 978-1-60125-359-0
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