> [!infobox|left wikipedia] > # Morningstar > ![[PHB morningstar.webp|cover hsmall]] > ##### Weapon Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Category** | Martial, Melee | > | **Damage** | 1d8 Piercing | > | **Properties** | — | > | **Mastery** | Sap | > ##### Item Stats > | | | > | ---- | ---- | > | **Weight** | 4 lbs. | > | **Cost** | 15 GP | # Description The Morningstar is a weapon consisting of a spiked head mounted on a shaft, resembling a [[Mace]], usually with a long spike extending straight from the top and many smaller spikes around the particle of the head. Its simpler, rather improvised construction distinguishes it from a flanged mace, which requires the skilled craftsmanship of a smith. Versions of it are used by both infantry and cavalry; the cavalry versions tend to have shorter shafts or more slender designs to facilitate one-handed use.