Top 15 Greatest Weapons in D&D (Most Legendary Weapons): Page 13 of 13

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1. Axe of the Dwarvish Lords

Glowing in the light, dozens of jewels reflect the magnificence of this Axe. [Photo Credit: Wizards of the Coast]

Forged long ago by the First King of the Dwarves, with the aid of the mighty god Moradin, the Axe of the Dwarvish Lords brought peace to all of the Dwarven kingdoms for a time. Then, once a civil war broke out, the axe was lost, and the great peace with it. 

The weapon is as much a tool as it is an instrument of war. It is forged of gold, bronze, iron, and silver, and dozens of gemstones line its surface. It grants incredible accuracy, resilience, and versatility to its wielder. While Whelm was reminiscent of Mjolnir, this conjures thoughts of Stormbreaker. 

The axe can be used to summon an earth elemental, drawing on the powers of the earth itself. While underground, the wielder can use the axe to transport themselves and other creatures miles away with extreme accuracy. Aboveground, this feature functions with less predictability. 

The axe also curses a non-Dwarf who wields it, changing their appearance to appear more and more dwarflike over time. Of all the curses in the world, this one doesn’t seem so bad. 

If it is wielded by a dwarf, additional benefits are granted, such as immunity to poison, increased darkvision, and enhanced forging and crafting abilities.

Axe of the Dwarvish Lords Stats:

  • +3 bonus to attack and damage rolls
  • Functions as a Belt of Dwarvenkind, a Dwarven Thrower, and a Sword of Sharpness
  • Can conjure an Earth Elemental
  • Can cast teleport without any chance of failure while underground
  • If you are a Dwarf: Poison immunity, Darkvision increases by 60 feet, gain proficiency with blacksmithing, brewing, and stonemason’s tools.

Why this weapon is legendary:

  • Forged in the heart of the Earth with the help of Moradin
  • Turns you into a Dwarf
  • Allows for instant transportation, summoning, and other benefits

We’ve explored everything from swords born in fire to bows of vengeance, to weapons of gods and monsters, and everything in between. Hopefully, this list helped you find a weapon worth wielding!

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