# War Pick > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Weapon — Martial Melee | > | **Cost** | 5 gp | > | **Damage** | 1d8 piercing | > | **Weight** | 2 lb. | > | **Properties** | — | > | **Proficiency** | Martial Weapons | --- ## Description A war pick is a military weapon derived from the miner's pick, featuring a curved metal spike designed to punch through armor. Its narrow point concentrates force, making it particularly effective against heavily armored opponents. --- ## Properties - Deals **1d8 piercing** damage. - No special properties. - Requires **Martial Weapon** proficiency.