Damnation (unrand)
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| A flaming crossbow, forged in the fires of the Hells. It imbues bolts it fires with the raw power of its namesake, irresistible by any mortal armour or fireproofing. |
the +6 arbalest "Hellfire"
+6 arbalest
Deals hellfire damage
rF++
rC-
+40 MR
Found in many Gehenna:7 vaults, and can also be generated randomly.
Desirability
Hellfire's base enchantment is decent, and it provides the same resistances as a fire dragon armour, as well as a healthy dose of magic resistance. Those characters who can take the rC- hit and have the appropriate skill may occasionally want this. Bear in mind that hellfire damage is treated as fire damage for the purpose of fire-vulnerable opponents, but cuts through all fire resistance (except for when dealing with certain undead and demonic foes).
