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''They are in no way, related to the [[Concussion | ''They are in no way, related to the [[Concussion Carbine]]'' | ||
Concussion weapons are the primary blunt weapons of the [[Leagues of Votann]]. Whilst they may look | Concussion weapons are the primary blunt weapons of the [[Leagues of Votann]]. Whilst they may look superficially similar to [[power weapons]], instead of relying on power fields, they utilize mass drivers in order to increase the force of blows. For those uninitiated mass drivers electromagnetically accelerate objects: In layman's terms, they make you swing faster, making them the melee equivalent to [[Railgun]]s. | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
===Concussion Knuckle=== | |||
[[File:Concussion_Knuckles.PNG|170px|right|thumb|Concussion Knuckle]] | |||
Also called the Concussion Knux. They are the smallest concussion weapon of the League. | |||
[[Lulz|This hilarious little thing is a ''literal'' brass knuckles given the 40k treatment]]. Seriously, it is god damn ridiculous to see a good ol'fisticuff uppercutting a Genestealer's jaw off. Power seems to be generated through the brace, where we assume the battery is stored. | |||
Whilst this means that its range is ''literally at arms length'', its nature as a brass knuckles means that the user can actually free up their fingers for other more, delicate procedures. Its small size also makes it very light and compact, so it doesn't weight as much. | |||
It is only used by the [[Dôzr]]s. | |||
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===Concussion Gauntlet=== | ===Concussion Gauntlet=== | ||
[[File:Concussion_Gauntlet.JPG|170px|right|thumb|Concussion Gauntlet]] | [[File:Concussion_Gauntlet.JPG|170px|right|thumb|Concussion Gauntlet]] | ||
The standard finger-pointer of doom. | The standard finger-pointer of doom. | ||
The equivalent to the standard Power Fist and the most common variant of Concussion Weapon, being used by Hearthkyn [[Theyn]]s, [[Hearthguard|Einhyr Hearthguard]] and dual-wielded by certain [[Chthonian Beserks]]. Despite the name, being punched in the face by one would [[FATAL|do more]] than just 'giving one a concussion'. | The equivalent to the standard Power Fist and the most common variant of Concussion Weapon, being used by Hearthkyn [[Theyn]]s, [[Hearthguard|Einhyr Hearthguard]] and dual-wielded by certain [[Chthonian Beserks]]. Despite the name, being punched in the face by one would [[FATAL|do more]] than just 'giving one a concussion'. | ||
On the tabletop they are Strength +3, AP-2 and Damage 2, lacking the Power Fist's multiplier effect in exchange for having no penalties to hit. Dual wielding them gives the Beserks an additional attack for twice the punchy power. | On the tabletop they are Strength +3, AP-2 and Damage 2, lacking the Power Fist's multiplier effect in exchange for having no penalties to hit. Dual wielding them gives the Beserks an additional attack for twice the punchy power. | ||
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===Mass Gauntlet=== | ===Mass Gauntlet=== | ||
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A hammer Concussion Weapon utilized by Einhyr Hesyrs which are like the Theyns for the [[Hearthguard|Einhyr Hearthguard]]. Looks somewhat like a Mass Hammer, but much weaker in power. | A hammer Concussion Weapon utilized by Einhyr Hesyrs which are like the Theyns for the [[Hearthguard|Einhyr Hearthguard]]. Looks somewhat like a Mass Hammer, but much weaker in power. | ||
These hammers are comparatively small in contrast to the much larger Concussion Mauls; trading pure mass for ease of handling. In response, the Concussion Hammer functions basically like a one-handed [[Thunder Hammer]], pretty fucking cool. | These hammers are comparatively small in contrast to the much larger Concussion Mauls; trading pure mass for ease of handling. In response, the Concussion Hammer functions basically like a one-handed [[Thunder Hammer]], pretty fucking cool. | ||
Tabletop wise they are Strength X2, Ap-2 and Damage 3, but with a -1 to hit penalty. Hearthguard Hesyrs can pay 10 points to grab one of these. Behave somewhat like a weaker Mass Hammer. | Tabletop wise they are Strength X2, Ap-2 and Damage 3, but with a -1 to hit penalty. Hearthguard Hesyrs can pay 10 points to grab one of these. Behave somewhat like a weaker Mass Hammer. | ||
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===Concussion Maul=== | ===Concussion Maul=== | ||
[[File:Concussion_Maul.JPG|200px|right|thumb|Concussion Maul]] | [[File:Concussion_Maul.JPG|200px|right|thumb|Concussion Maul]] | ||
Large unwieldy, two-handed hammers used as mining tools by the [[Chthonian Beserks]] but easily repurposed for warfare due to their sheer strength. | Large unwieldy, two-handed hammers used as mining tools by the [[Chthonian Beserks]] but easily repurposed for warfare due to their sheer strength. | ||
As a piece of mining equipment, they prove useful in shattering boulders and minerals into smaller, sizable chunks. This capability works just as well against Terminators and other heavier vehicles too. It is the standard-issue close-combat weapon for the Berserks since they are obviously civilian tools retrained for war. | As a piece of mining equipment, they prove useful in shattering boulders and minerals into smaller, sizable chunks. This capability works just as well against Terminators and other heavier vehicles too. It is the standard-issue close-combat weapon for the Berserks since they are obviously civilian tools retrained for war. | ||
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===Mass Hammer=== | ===Mass Hammer=== | ||
[[File:Mass_Hammer.JPG|200px|right|thumb|Mass Hammer]] | [[File:Mass_Hammer.JPG|200px|right|thumb|Mass Hammer]] | ||
An even more powerful version of the Concussion Hammer that is only used by the [[Einhyr Champion]]s. | An even more powerful version of the Concussion Hammer that is only used by the [[Einhyr Champion]]s. | ||
If the Concussion Maul is a civie tool turned weapon of war, then a Mass Hammer is a purely military weapon meant to make superheavy tanks bend over and cry. If you remember the scene in the [[Horus Heresy]] of [[Vulkan]] batting away tanks with his hammer like he is in the world's worst baseball league, think of a Mass Hammer to work essentially like ''that''. | If the Concussion Maul is a civie tool turned weapon of war, then a Mass Hammer is a purely military weapon meant to make superheavy tanks bend over and cry. If you remember the scene in the [[Horus Heresy]] of [[Vulkan]] batting away tanks with his hammer like he is in the world's worst baseball league, think of a Mass Hammer to work essentially like ''that''. | ||
Latest revision as of 11:17, 20 June 2023
They are in no way, related to the Concussion Carbine
Concussion weapons are the primary blunt weapons of the Leagues of Votann. Whilst they may look superficially similar to power weapons, instead of relying on power fields, they utilize mass drivers in order to increase the force of blows. For those uninitiated mass drivers electromagnetically accelerate objects: In layman's terms, they make you swing faster, making them the melee equivalent to Railguns.
Variants[edit]
Concussion Knuckle[edit]
Also called the Concussion Knux. They are the smallest concussion weapon of the League.
This hilarious little thing is a literal brass knuckles given the 40k treatment. Seriously, it is god damn ridiculous to see a good ol'fisticuff uppercutting a Genestealer's jaw off. Power seems to be generated through the brace, where we assume the battery is stored.
Whilst this means that its range is literally at arms length, its nature as a brass knuckles means that the user can actually free up their fingers for other more, delicate procedures. Its small size also makes it very light and compact, so it doesn't weight as much.
It is only used by the Dôzrs.
Concussion Gauntlet[edit]
The standard finger-pointer of doom.
The equivalent to the standard Power Fist and the most common variant of Concussion Weapon, being used by Hearthkyn Theyns, Einhyr Hearthguard and dual-wielded by certain Chthonian Beserks. Despite the name, being punched in the face by one would do more than just 'giving one a concussion'.
On the tabletop they are Strength +3, AP-2 and Damage 2, lacking the Power Fist's multiplier effect in exchange for having no penalties to hit. Dual wielding them gives the Beserks an additional attack for twice the punchy power.
Mass Gauntlet[edit]
A stronger version of the Concussion Gauntlet used by Kâhls.
Whereas the Concussion Gauntlet would be the equivalent of being hit with a power fist, the Mass Gauntlet would be the equivalent of being hit in the face with a Railgun. Given how these weapons work, it would be like turning the target itself into a projectile for a gauss weapon. Punch and watch those poor bastards fly.
On the tabletop, they function as Concussion Gauntlets with an additional point of AP and Damage, but in return having the same penalty to hit as a Power Fist. Still the quintessential One Punch Man.
Concussion Hammer[edit]
A hammer Concussion Weapon utilized by Einhyr Hesyrs which are like the Theyns for the Einhyr Hearthguard. Looks somewhat like a Mass Hammer, but much weaker in power.
These hammers are comparatively small in contrast to the much larger Concussion Mauls; trading pure mass for ease of handling. In response, the Concussion Hammer functions basically like a one-handed Thunder Hammer, pretty fucking cool.
Tabletop wise they are Strength X2, Ap-2 and Damage 3, but with a -1 to hit penalty. Hearthguard Hesyrs can pay 10 points to grab one of these. Behave somewhat like a weaker Mass Hammer.
Concussion Maul[edit]
Large unwieldy, two-handed hammers used as mining tools by the Chthonian Beserks but easily repurposed for warfare due to their sheer strength.
As a piece of mining equipment, they prove useful in shattering boulders and minerals into smaller, sizable chunks. This capability works just as well against Terminators and other heavier vehicles too. It is the standard-issue close-combat weapon for the Berserks since they are obviously civilian tools retrained for war.
Statwise they are the same as the Concussion Hammer, albeit hitting harder due to the Cthonians' superior strength which generates an extra AP. Beserks can replace their Plasma Axes with this, and if you want to smash anything lighter than a Land Raider into paste you can't go wrong. However, beware that you'll be hitting on a 4+.
Mass Hammer[edit]
An even more powerful version of the Concussion Hammer that is only used by the Einhyr Champions.
If the Concussion Maul is a civie tool turned weapon of war, then a Mass Hammer is a purely military weapon meant to make superheavy tanks bend over and cry. If you remember the scene in the Horus Heresy of Vulkan batting away tanks with his hammer like he is in the world's worst baseball league, think of a Mass Hammer to work essentially like that.
Tabletop wise they are the heaviest hitting of the Leagues' melee weapons, being Strength X2, AP-3 and Damage D3+3, keeping the same penalties to hit as the Concussion Hammer and Maul. A 10 point upgrade for your Kahl, this hulk hand is perhaps best used to smash up light vehicles or marines.