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'''Javelins''' are one of the most powerful [[Throwing]] weapons in the game. Although they pale in comparison to [[large rock]]s, they can be used effectively by any medium [[size]] or larger species and deal respectable damage. Javelin use improves only slightly through training the Throwing skill, making them stand out in the early game while losing some of their appeal in the middle and late. They weigh more than most thrown weapons, but their very low [[mulch]] rate (5%) means you won't need too many.
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'''Javelins''' are one of the most powerful [[Throwing]] weapons in the game. Although they pale in comparison to [[large rock]]s, they can be used effectively by any medium [[size]] or larger species and deal respectable damage.
  
 
Javelins can have the following [[brand]]s:
 
Javelins can have the following [[brand]]s:
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Mulch rate: 5%
  
 
==Tips & Tricks==
 
==Tips & Tricks==
*No matter what you're playing as, if you happen to find a stack of javelins in the early game, use them; having a decently accurate, moderate damage ranged attack that can be targeted to the edge of your [[line of sight]] will greatly increase your ability to survive early [[ogre (monster)|ogres]] and the like.
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*No matter what you're playing as, if you happen to find a stack of javelins in the early game and are large enough to throw them, do so; having a decently accurate, moderate damage ranged attack that can be targeted to the edge of your [[line of sight]] will greatly increase your ability to survive early [[ogre (monster)|ogres]] and the like. If your target is still near full health when it gets close to you, however, consider making a retreat. Javelins can deal heavy damage when they hit, but they're a bit unreliable.
 
*Javelins are plentiful in [[the Shoals]]; many [[merfolk (monster)|merfolk]] (particularly [[merfolk javelineer]]s) will carry stacks of them, including useful branded ones. [[Okawaru]] and [[Trog]] will also periodically gift them to followers skilled with [[Throwing]] weapons.
 
*Javelins are plentiful in [[the Shoals]]; many [[merfolk (monster)|merfolk]] (particularly [[merfolk javelineer]]s) will carry stacks of them, including useful branded ones. [[Okawaru]] and [[Trog]] will also periodically gift them to followers skilled with [[Throwing]] weapons.
  

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Name Javelin
Launcher Throwing
Base damage 10
A long, light stick that can be thrown by hand.

Javelins are one of the most powerful Throwing weapons in the game. Although they pale in comparison to large rocks, they can be used effectively by any medium size or larger species and deal respectable damage.

Javelins can have the following brands:

Mulch rate: 5%

Tips & Tricks

  • No matter what you're playing as, if you happen to find a stack of javelins in the early game and are large enough to throw them, do so; having a decently accurate, moderate damage ranged attack that can be targeted to the edge of your line of sight will greatly increase your ability to survive early ogres and the like. If your target is still near full health when it gets close to you, however, consider making a retreat. Javelins can deal heavy damage when they hit, but they're a bit unreliable.
  • Javelins are plentiful in the Shoals; many merfolk (particularly merfolk javelineers) will carry stacks of them, including useful branded ones. Okawaru and Trog will also periodically gift them to followers skilled with Throwing weapons.
Common Silver Steel
Mundane Javelin 1.png Javelin silver 1.png Javelin steel 1.png
Magical Javelin 2.png Javelin silver 2.png Javelin steel 2.png
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