Topic: Throwing non standard objects

[Malim]

When a troll or other large creature Throws a rock.
How do you calculate damage, range modifier, possible range calculated from strenght and weight etc.
There is only the thrown tables that deside if you hit your mark or not.

[OLF, i.e. Olf Le Fol]

The C&T explains it. Look at the table p52, "Giant races": there's a mention about the range and attack table of "a rock (or any large object) thrown by one of the creatures in this class". The "general weapon used based upon situation and availability" table at p4 also states which table to use (though not the range).

[Malim]

Yes, I knew of C&T. But its a very "weak" description.
 Ill look at GURPS for an idea.

[OLF, i.e. Olf Le Fol]

How is it weak? It gives you the OB of the creatures, the attack table to use, and the range of the attacks. What do you need more in RM2?

[Malim]

Range modifier like bows.
We have an Ogre in our group. So what rocks can he throw at what range and how big

[jdale]

I'm skeptical about granting one PC free extra abilities based on size when the rest of the system hasn't been designed accordingly. That said, if you look at RMU, there are rules for the size of the rock or weapon (x4 weight per size increment), the damage (x1.5 for one size increment, x2 for two, x3 for three, etc), the critical adjustment (+1 severity per increment), and the range (use the same modifier for damage on the range increments).

[Malim]

He develops throwing to be able to do that.