Cestus Monkus (Sess-tiss Munck-uss)

A set of gauntlets favored by monks for use in combat. They sport iron spikes in just the right places.

Mechanics & Inner Workings

Raises unarmed damage to the next tier; for example, if a monk was to do 1d4 damage on a successful hit, they would instead be doing 1d6 points of damage.

Manufacturing process

Individual top the creator.

History

Originally used by the Thornleaf-do monks and students for kata and demonstrations, these gauntlets were adopted by Rhegev Desert gladiators in the illicit combat markets of the deep desert.

Significance

"Me punchy real good-like"
Item type
Weapon, Melee
Creation Date
2350NG
Subtype / Model
Manufacturer
Related ethnicities
Rarity
Uncommon. Not magical uncommon, just...wierd.
Weight
2lbs.
Dimensions
Custom fit
Base Price
15-20GP
Raw materials & Components
Variable; iron and steel to specialized mithril or crystal encrusted ones.
Tools
Forge, hammer, and knowledge.

Cover image: Cestus by D&D Wiki

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