Sparky
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Jack Haggerty said:Here's another question...
When detailing a deity's favored weapon, some people list a mundane weapon for the clerics, while others list a magical weapon... presumably what the god carries and fights with. I had always assumed it should be the first, since actual gods are unlikely to be encountered and undoubtedly have more potent weapons in their arsenals.
Or am I being stupid, because it really doesn't make a difference?
Does anyone else have an opinion?
I would say a mundane version of the stated weapon should suffice - or a suitable magical version (no Frost Brands for Fire gods). I think a distinction between favored and favorite should be mentioned here. Some of the weapons are mentioned as a weapon the god might bear should they appear in the world - their "favorite" weapon - which I think is a cool touch. A "favored" weapon should be a specific weapon type the god has an affinity for and, unless specifically stated, magical versions of weapons need not be wielded to satisfy any weapon requirements (as with the War domain).
My $0.02.