Kifaru |
I apologize if this has been answered, but I couldn't find a clear answer.
It appears to be the general consensus that a character wearing a cestus may also wield a weapon in the same hand. My question is whether a cestus can be used while wielding a weapon.
I have a character that regularly wields a cestus with the Wounding property. I'm planning on carrying several other light weapons with different magical properties to use depending on the circumstances. So, lets say he was wielding a Keen kukri in the same hand as the cestus. Could he choose to attack with the cestus instead of the kukri?
How about a wand? Could he carry the wand for ranged attacks and then punch with the cestus when he gets close?
Zhayne |
From a rules standpoint, I don't think so, though from a common sense standpoint, there's no reason why not. It's really no different from punching someone while having a roll of quarters in your fist.
Not that I have any experience with such an underhanded and dishonorable combat technique, of course.
Qaianna |
Well, we already know Pathfinder does not allow an attack with a natural weapon if the same limb is used that round to make a weapon attack.
Seems pretty similar to me.
I guess that depends on how the natural weapon works--a claw or slam is probably not as effective when it's wrapped around a hilt. It also invites the joy of how you integrate that into certain other situations. You'd have to be VERY specific on what properties were on each cestus and/or gauntlet; only ONE could be used. (Unless you're a fan of dropping your greatsword in favour of a slugfest.)