• Honga Windpiercer
• Origin: Honga Tribe
• Type: Ranged (Slingshot)
• Damage: Standard Projectile: 1d8 bludgeoning (stones) | Explosive Seeds: 2d8 piercing + 1d6 poison in a 5-meter radius (Dexterity save DC 13 for half poison damage).
• Range: Normal: 30 meters, Maximum: 60 meters
• Properties: Lightweight and collapsible for ease of transport. Can fire a variety of projectiles: stones, explosive seeds, or spiked pods. Reload requires one action.
• Attack Roll: Dexterity + Proficiency
• Cost (Black Market):500 Kourou, Explosive Seed Ammunition: 50 Kourou per seed
• Weight: 1.5 kg
• Availability: Very Rare, crafted exclusively by Honga artisans.

The Honga Windpiercer emerged during the Great War, when the Honga, under siege, needed a weapon that combined their deep knowledge of the natural world with the element of surprise. Initially designed for hunting, the Windpiercer became a formidable tool in defending their sacred riverbanks.

Its signature ammunition, the Explosive Seeds, are crafted from the hardened pods of the Vita Spina plant, native to the Arla River region. When fired, the seeds release shrapnel and a cloud of toxic spores upon impact, devastating enemies within range. The slingshot proved highly effective in guerrilla warfare, allowing Honga warriors to attack from hidden positions and retreat before their foes could react.

Windpiercer Frame:

• Constructed from Riverwood, a flexible yet durable hardwood found along the Arla River.
• The bands are made from Reedvine Elastic, known for its exceptional tension and durability.

Explosive Seeds:

• Outer Shell: Hardened pod from the Vita Spina plant.
• Core: Filled with sharp thorns and toxic pollen, which scatter upon impact.
• Crafting Process: The seeds are harvested and dried, then carefully filled with the thorns and pollen. Only skilled Honga artisans know the exact technique, as improper handling can result in accidental detonation.

Alternative Projectiles:

• Jagged Stones: Readily available, these serve as standard ammunition.
• Spiked Pods: Smaller versions of the Explosive Seeds, designed for precision strikes.