• 2. Ironstrike Slingshot
• Origin: Volunteer Army of Man, Manufactory “Forge of Atrana” near Morningstar (2627–2629)
• Type: Ranged
• Damage: 1d6 bludgeoning
• Range: Normal 40 meters, Maximum 60 meters
• Properties: Lightweight, rapid-fire capability
• Attack Roll: Dexterity + Proficiency
• Cost (Black market after the war): 200 Kourou
• Weight: 0.5 kg
• Availability: Common on the Black Market

• Special Feature: The Ironstrike Slingshot is compact and durable, firing iron balls salvaged from dismantled spaceship components. Its unique design incorporates a recoil-dampening handle, allowing for quick successive shots. Soldiers valued its simplicity and reliability in close-quarters skirmishes.

The Ironstrike Slingshot was developed during the Beta Age by the Forge of Atrana, renowned for crafting innovative tools and weapons for Exohuman settlers. Initially intended for hunting small game and self-defense, the Ironstrike became a pivotal weapon for the Volunteer Army of Man (VAM) during the Great War.

With conventional firearms in limited supply and ammunition scarce, the Ironstrike Slingshot filled the gap. Its ability to use readily available materials, such as salvaged iron balls, ensured its widespread adoption. Soldiers appreciated its simplicity, low maintenance, and effectiveness in skirmishes, particularly in forested combat zones.

After the war, most Ironstrike Slingshots found their way into the hands of scavengers and traders, becoming a staple item on the black market. Today, they remain a symbol of ingenuity and resilience, valued by adventurers and collectors alike.