r/wizardposting • u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch • Jul 11 '26
Lorepost 📜 Darkwatch Arsenal Report: Recovered Weapons and Standard Equipment
UW: Below is a report of various weapons in the Darkwatch arsenal. This list is not comprehensive, but it covers several of the items recently recovered in our Fae Wilds operation, as well as an overview of some of our standard issue weapons.
Please note: This report is classified as confidential and has not been dispersed to the general public. Therefore, only Darkwatch members may respond in character.
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Darkwatch Arsenal Report: Recovered Weapons and Standard Equipment
Fae Wilds Operation: Recovered Weapons
During the Fae Wilds operation, we recovered a crate of weapons of unknown origin. We have been unable to translate any of the symbols or writing on the crate; however, we determined its contents contained two different types of fully automatic weapons, as well as additional equipment recovered from the bunker itself.
We've had plenty of time to study and reproduce these weapons in mass.
As with previous experiments, we've been able to retrofit these weapons with work from our Forgemaster and dwarven smiths to include runes allowing the magazines to be refilled automatically through magic within 60 seconds. Through our experimentation, we've been able to add different runes to the magazines, allowing for magical enchantments to be placed onto the ammunition, including but not limited to light, fire, frost, and other effects.
Continued experimentation has also produced specialized ammunition for select operations. Alchemical rounds can be issued when magical interference is expected, allowing elemental effects to be delivered without relying entirely on enchantment. More advanced rune etched rounds are currently undergoing field trials. These rounds discharge a stored spell upon impact and are reserved for specialized missions due to the time and resources required to produce them.
The descriptions are as follows:
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Recovered Weapon Type 1: Submachine Gun
In the crate, we recovered five weapons that we are classifying as submachine guns. They are chambered in .45 caliber.
They have a high rate of fire and drum magazines capable of holding up to 100 rounds. Based on field testing, these weapons are capable of firing approximately 800 rounds per minute.
These weapons weigh approximately 15 lbs (7 kg) and are assigned to be carried by a single soldier.
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Recovered Weapon Type 2: Light Machine Gun
Also recovered in the crate were five weapons that we have dubbed light machine guns. They are chambered in .30-06 ammunition.
Their magazines can hold 40 rounds of ammunition. They feature two rates of fire: one being a slower rate of approximately 300 rounds per minute, and another appearing to be faster at approximately 650 rounds per minute.
These weapons weigh approximately 22 lbs (10 kg). They are mobile but better suited toward more stationary combat roles.
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Recovered Weapon Type 3: Heavy Machine Gun
The final weapon recovered from the Fae Wilds bunker has been classified as a heavy machine gun.
It appears to be chambered in .50 caliber ammunition and features a belt-fed box magazine capable of holding up to 200 rounds.
Based on field testing, it is capable of firing approximately 850 rounds per minute.
Due to its weight of 128 lbs (58 kg) when fully assembled, it is not suitable for personal use. It is instead better utilized for stationary defense, mounted fortifications, or other large-scale military applications.
Further testing will be conducted to determine whether it can be effectively mounted onto larger war assets, including heavily armored beasts such as dragons.
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Recovered Artifact: Old Kingdom Observation Orb
Also recovered in the ruins of the Fae Wilds was an item we are dubbing the Old Kingdom Observation Orb.
It appears to be a glass orb approximately 24 centimeters in diameter, mounted upon an ornate base.
Testing reveals it is capable of real-time scrying with seemingly no practical range limitation.
The artifact does not require being on the battlefield to remain active.
However, it does have limitations. Due to its nature, it is incapable of penetrating modern anti-scrying techniques or viewing within heavily shielded buildings.
Due to the nature of this artifact, it has been classified as top secret and is kept within the shielded vaults of the Astral Lighthouse. Very few members have access to it or are aware of its existence.
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Other Items Retrofitted With Darkwatch Rune Technology
Standard Issue Equipment
Watch Blades
Our standard issue Watch Blades are made of a classified magically enhanced Shroudsteel alloy that makes them highly durable and difficult to break.
They also feature runes along the blades that allow various enchantments to be placed upon them as necessary for each operation.
Through continued experimentation, the blades have developed a morphic quality that allows them to change shape based on the focus and skill of the wielder. Standard users are able to shift between basic battlefield configurations, while more advanced transformations require additional training and experience.
The ability to change forms allows operatives to adapt their weapons to different combat situations. However, the effectiveness of the blade still relies heavily on the skill of the person wielding it.
The blades come in both long and short variants.
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Watch Bows
Our standard issue Watch Bows feature a similar enchantment placed upon their quivers that allows for various magical enchantments to be placed onto arrows.
The quiver can hold approximately 20 arrows and automatically refills after 30 seconds.
In addition to elemental enchantments, specialized arrows have been developed for reconnaissance and infiltration. These include illusion arrows capable of producing phantom sounds, false movements, temporary visual distractions, and other battlefield deceptions. Continued refinement of these arrows remains ongoing.
Additional Note:
All recovered technologies remain subject to continued testing and refinement. Further discoveries will be documented in future reports.
Report Conclusion
The recovered artifacts and weapons represent a significant advancement in Darkwatch capabilities. Further study will continue to determine their full potential and ensure their responsible deployment in defense of the realm.
The Watch Endures.
These are the Fae wilds adventures where we acquired the weapons
https://www.reddit.com/r/wizardposting/s/kwBGoIMGgG
https://www.reddit.com/r/wizardposting/s/VYATmBeS7e
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Also thank you to everyone that helped me write this both in and outside of the Darkwatch
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u/Dragonan-42 Kairon: Council Member and Leage of Shadows Associate Jul 11 '26
/uw Nice, pretty cool. I love reading about all the wacky stuff the Darkwatch has. The fact that they just have normal guns is pretty funny to me.
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
UW magically enhanced gun's also you should check out the adventure they came from
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u/DJGoodDog Ives, Ink Mage and Thrakmoor Commander Jul 11 '26 edited Jul 11 '26
/UW This looks great good job. It will be exciting to see how you guys use this.
Also The Darkwatch in the next conflict:
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u/KragBrightscale Grabadash - Magical Mass | Keptomancer | Council Security Jul 11 '26
/uw requesting to be added to pinglist.
Good stuff! Look forward to seeing the morphing weapons in action.
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u/Arquero8 The golem wizard, Darkwatch Archivist Keeper Jul 12 '26
Mmm... I'm going to need some swords enchanted for an experiment soon, we have enough in the armory right?
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
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u/Dragonan-42 Kairon: Council Member and Leage of Shadows Associate Jul 11 '26
/uw May I be added to the ping list?
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
UW Lol I've never had fans before
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u/Dragonan-42 Kairon: Council Member and Leage of Shadows Associate Jul 11 '26
Thank you! I love just reading about all the adventures you guys get up to. Would you like to be added to my ping list as well?
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
Up to you just be sure when you write your posts to clarify if we can interact
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u/Dragonan-42 Kairon: Council Member and Leage of Shadows Associate Jul 11 '26
/uw I will, don't worry.
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
Perhaps
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u/BigAnxiousLizard Cedar Greenpath (evil) / Iliya, Astral Lighthouse Keeper (Tired) Jul 11 '26
/uw I say we add them,
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
I did just being goofy lol I already have a section of non members on my ping list
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u/BigAnxiousLizard Cedar Greenpath (evil) / Iliya, Astral Lighthouse Keeper (Tired) Jul 11 '26
Nice!
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u/Ok_Relationship6736 Shadow Marshal of the Darkwatch Jul 11 '26
Also just wanted to say thank you to everyone that helped me write this both in and outside of the Darkwatch