Thermodynamo Axe

Thermodynamo Axe is a rare, lightly enchanted (+1) Battleaxe that grants Heat whenever the wielder deals damage with this weapon and an unique weapon action, Maiming Strike (Weapon Action).

Designed by gnomish innovation, this weapon has a dynamic core that swivels and tinkles into life whenever the axe is swung at a foe.

Properties

One-handed damage

1d8 + 1 (2~9) + Strength modifier Slashing

Two-handed damage

1d10 + 1 (2~11) + Strength modifier Slashing

Details

 Battleaxes

Rarity: Rare

Enchantment: + 1

 Versatile

 Melee: 1.5 m / 5  ft

 Weight: 1.8 kg / 3.6 lb

Price: 310 gp

Special

The holder of this item gains:

• Thermodynamo: Whenever you deal damage with this weapon, you gain 2 turns of Heat.

Weapon actions

If you have proficiency, equip in main hand to gain:

 Cleave ()

Swing your weapon in a large arc to attack up to 3 enemies at once. They each take half the damage your weapon usually deals. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

 Lacerate ()

Slash at your target's vital points to make it  Bleed. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

 Maiming Strike ()

Possibly  Maims your target. They can't move. ( Recharge: Short rest.)

Where to find

• Bought from Dammon in Act 2 at the Last Light Inn

Condition

 Heat

• Engulfed by a vengeful fire. Takes 1d4Fire damage each turn, but can use  Heat Convergence.
• Heat Convergence consumes all remaining turns of Heat to deal extra Fire damage on their next fire spell or attack.
• Heat has a maximum Duration: 7 turns.