# Lance > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Weapon — Martial Melee | > | **Cost** | 10 gp | > | **Damage** | 1d12 piercing | > | **Weight** | 6 lb. | > | **Properties** | Reach, Special | > | **Proficiency** | Martial Weapons | --- ## Description A lance is a long thrusting weapon designed to be used from horseback. At full gallop, a mounted warrior couching a lance can deliver devastating impact. However, the lance is unwieldy for those fighting on foot. --- ## Properties - Deals **1d12 piercing** damage. - **Reach** — adds 5 feet to your reach (10 ft. total). - **Special** — you have disadvantage on attack rolls with a lance when within 5 feet of the target. A lance requires two hands to wield when you aren't mounted. - Requires **Martial Weapon** proficiency.