The Doorknocker

“When a locked door tells ya ‘no’—this beauty kicks it in, buys the building, and slaps the deed on yer corpse.”

The Doorknocker ain’t subtle. Built from the shattered remains of a castle door and a siege bell, this iron-plated mace has a head shaped like a gnarled, brass-knuckled door knocker—complete with screaming lion face and cracked engravings. Every swing rings like a temple bell in heat. And when it hits something closed? It don’t knock politely.

Mike swears it once opened a mimic by accident. “It died confused,” he said. “Didn’t even get to scream.”

Knock knock. Who’s doomed?
👉 Add the Doorknocker to yer next dungeon crawl or city siege. Break in through the front at the Tavern Armory, or break our peace with a scroll.

The Doorknocker – Weapon Stats

Weapon Type: Martial Melee Weapon (Bludgeoning, Two-Handed)
Damage: 1d10 bludgeoning (1d12 against objects or constructs)
Properties: Two-handed, magical (requires attunement)
Special: Forceful Entry

• Bang-On (Passive):
  When striking a locked door, chest, or barrier, the Doorknocker deals double damage and causes a thunderous BOOM audible up to 100 feet. Non-magical locks are destroyed on a hit. Magical locks must pass a Strength save (DC 15) or shatter.

• Siege Rattle (1/day):
  As an action, slam the Doorknocker into the ground to create a shockwave that shoves creatures and objects within 10 feet away from you (DC 14 Strength save or be knocked prone and flung 10 feet).

• Speak Friend and Smash:
  Advantage on all Strength checks made to force open doors, dislodge barriers, or break bindings while wielding this weapon.

• Cursed – Open Invitation:
  While attuned, doors and barriers are more likely to open for others too. Enemies gain +2 on checks to force open doors you’ve passed through recently. “You knocked for everyone, ya fool.”

GM Notes:

Perfect for brute-force characters, angry wizards, or players who hate puzzles. Drop it in a heist, castle infiltration, or any scenario where a “quiet entry” is optional (read: ignored). Pairs well with siege-heavy campaigns or loudmouth barbarians.

Use alongside:

• The Emberhook Blade for demolition teams

• The Sorceress Who Glows Like a Villain But Fights Like a Hero

• If You Split the Party, You Deserve What’s Comin’

• The Tavern Ain’t for Courtin’, Lad—Focus on the Game

• About Mike’s Tavern

Doors are suggestions. Walls are opinions. The Doorknocker is law.
👉 Looking for a tool that solves every problem with one loud swing? Grab it from the Armory—before someone uses it to knock you down a stairwell.

FAQ

Q: Can it be used on magical walls like wall of force?
A: It’ll try. Won’t work—but it’ll make noise about it.

Q: Does it always make sound when it hits?
A: Oh aye. Subtlety left this mace three owners ago.

Q: Can I use it to bash through a portcullis?
A: If ya can lift it and swing hard enough—absolutely. And Mike’ll cheer when ya do.