# Trident > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Weapon — Martial Melee | > | **Cost** | 5 gp | > | **Damage** | 1d6 piercing (1d8 two-handed) | > | **Weight** | 4 lb. | > | **Properties** | Thrown (range 20/60), Versatile | > | **Proficiency** | Martial Weapons | --- ## Description A trident is a three-pronged spear associated with sea gods, gladiatorial combat, and coastal warriors. Its versatility allows it to be used as a one- or two-handed melee weapon, or thrown at range. --- ## Properties - Deals **1d6 piercing** one-handed or **1d8 piercing** two-handed. - **Thrown** — can be thrown (range 20/60 ft). - **Versatile** — can be used with one or two hands. - Requires **Martial Weapon** proficiency.