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Title: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: Malim on December 15, 2023, 06:03:09 PM
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.
Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: OLF, i.e. Olf Le Fol on December 15, 2023, 07:28:34 PM
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).
Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: Malim on December 16, 2023, 02:52:47 PM
Yes, I knew of C&T. But its a very "weak" description.
 Ill look at GURPS for an idea.

Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: OLF, i.e. Olf Le Fol on December 16, 2023, 06:33:37 PM
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?
Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: Malim on December 17, 2023, 08:48:46 AM
Range modifier like bows.
We have an Ogre in our group. So what rocks can he throw at what range and how big :D
Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: jdale on December 17, 2023, 01:14:50 PM
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).
Title: Re: Throwing non standard objects
Post by: Malim on December 18, 2023, 09:38:57 AM
He develops throwing to be able to do that.