Hexagun (3.5e Equipment)

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A Hexagun is a revolutionary invention that allows a person to fire multiple gunshots - six to be precise - without the need to reload. However it requires constant attention to its inner workings in order to function properly everytime, as jamming and misfiring can occur if used incorrectly.

A Hexagun allows the wielder to make one more than a single attack in one turn, allowing him to fire two shots in a single attack roll at a −2 penalty to determine whether or not both bullets strike the target. If the attack is successful, both shots deal normal damage. If the attack is a critical hit, only one bullet deals extra damage however both may deal extra damage granted by the Steady Aim class feature.

The Hexagun may also be used as a melee weapon if the wielder so desires, dealing 1d4 non-lethal damage on a successful pistol whip. The pistrol butt may be used to deal lethal damage but as an improvised weapon at the regular −4 penalty to attack roll. The pistol butt is a light weapon and therefore affected by the Weapon Finesse feat.

Due to the delicacy of the mechanics involved in the manufacture of the Hexagun, an attack roll of 1 results in the firearm jamming, meaning the Hexagun will not be able to fire unless the wielder spends a full-round action removing the faulty bullet and reseting the firing mechanism. After this, the Hexagun will resume firing with one less bullet in the magazine.

To reload a Hexagun is a standard action which does provoke an attack of opportunity as any reload of a ranged weapon does.

Due to the complex nature of the mechanisms involved in the production of a Hexagun, it is always masterwork. This is already reflected in the price of the weapon.

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