Sometimes the old ways are the best ways. Especially when the "old way" is a four-pointed star of razor-sharp steel thrown at Mach 1.
In an era of plasma cannons and grenades, carrying a piece of sharpened metal might seem quaint. But the Shooting Starknife isn't a museum piece; it’s a high-velocity answer to the question, "What do I do when my battery dies?" Favored by assassins, Traditionalists, and Operatives who value silence over firepower, this weapon is the ultimate backup plan that often becomes the main event.
Shooting Starknife
This traditional star-shaped blade design is often forged from reinforced carbon steel and treated with chemicals that create an iridescent sheen. When properly balanced and honed, a shooting starknife sings as it slices through the air.
Commercial Shooting Starknife Weapon 0
Source Player Core pg. 264
Price 17c; Damage 1d6 Slashing;
Bulk L; Hands 1; Upgrades 1; Tracking: -
Category Martial
Group Knife
Why It’s Worth Your Credits
1. The Operative's Best Friend
The Shooting Starknife is a mechanical marvel for Dexterity-based characters. With the Finesse trait, you can use your superior reflex reflexes to hit, and the Agile trait ensures your second and third attacks in a round remain accurate. For an Operative using their Striker's Exploit, this weapon bridges the gap between melee and ranged combat seamlessly—you can stab a guard in the throat and immediately hurl the weapon at his backup without changing your grip.
2. Tech-Proof Lethality (Analog)
Tech countermeasures are everywhere. Glitch grenades, EMP blasts, and hacking protocols can turn a fancy laser pistol into a paperweight. The Shooting Starknife has the Analog trait, meaning it is immune to anti-tech magic and abilities. It doesn't jam, it doesn't need batteries, and it can't be hacked. When the lights go out and the systems fail, this blade still works.
3. Critical Precision (Deadly d6)
While 1d4 base damage seems light, the Deadly d6 trait rewards high-skill play. On a critical hit, you add an extra d6 damage die (scaling up with higher-grade versions). This makes it surprisingly effective at fishing for crits, especially when flanking or catching enemies off-guard.
4. A Tool for Every Job (Versatile S)
Need to puncture Kevlar? Use the point (Piercing). Need to slice a rope or sever a fuel line? Use the edge (Slashing). The Versatile S trait gives you tactical flexibility that most firearms lack.
Who Should Buy It?
The Void Drifter: For those living on the fringes where charging stations are rare, a weapon that never runs out of ammo is essential.
The Tomenti Traditionalist: Honoring ancient martial traditions, many Tomenti wield these in pairs, turning combat into a deadly dance.
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