Understanding the Dual Wielding Rule in D&D 5e
Explore the dual wielding rule in D&D 5e, including key limitations and benefits of the Dual Wielder feat.
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Dual wielding in 5e allows you to use a bonus action to attack with a second light weapon in your off-hand. Key limitations include: the bonus attack does not add your ability modifier to damage unless it's negative, and both weapons must be light unless you have the Dual Wielder feat, which also adds benefits like drawing both weapons simultaneously and using non-light one-handed weapons.
FAQs & Answers
- What weapons can you use when dual wielding in D&D 5e? You can only use light weapons unless you have the Dual Wielder feat.
- Does the bonus attack in dual wielding add your ability modifier? No, the bonus attack does not add your ability modifier to damage unless it's negative.
- What is the benefit of the Dual Wielder feat? The Dual Wielder feat allows you to draw two weapons simultaneously and use non-light one-handed weapons.